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Pinacoteca di Brera: free entry days, tickets & hours
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Brera Gallery is next free on Sunday, 1 November 2026 (in 8 days).
- Free for everyone on the first Sunday of the month - reservation required.
- Also free: under-18s (under-12s must be accompanied); people with disabilities (and a companion if needed).
- Otherwise: grande Brera ticket (Pinacoteca + Palazzo Citterio) — €20.
- Reserve on Brera Booking (brerabooking.org).
Calendar
Free days at Brera Gallery
- SUN1NOVSunday, 1 November 2026 · in 8 days · 08:30–19:15
- SUN6DECSunday, 6 December 2026 · in 6 weeks · 08:30–19:15
- SUN3JANSunday, 3 January 2027 · in 2 months · 08:30–19:15
- SUN7FEBSunday, 7 February 2027 · in 4 months · 08:30–19:15
- SUN7MARSunday, 7 March 2027 · in 4 months · 08:30–19:15
- SUN4APRSunday, 4 April 2027 · in 5 months · 08:30–19:15
12 free days for everyone in the next 12 months. Closures and public holidays are already taken out. Group-only days need proof of eligibility.
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- Free for everyone on the first Sunday of the month - reservation required: Reserve on Brera Booking (brerabooking.org).
- Book the free first-Sunday slot in advance on Brera Booking - walk-ups are not guaranteed.
- One Grande Brera ticket also covers Palazzo Citterio for a week.
- Under-18s are free on any day.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free dayFree for everyone on the first Sunday of the month - reservation required · 08:30–19:15 | everyone | Last entrance 6pm. | Yes |
| Free forFree for under-18s (under-12s must be accompanied) | under-18s | Valid document required; under-12s must be accompanied. | No |
| Free forFree for people with disabilities (and a companion if needed) | visitors with disabilities (+1 companion) | Certification required (Law 104 or foreign equivalent); the companion is also free. | No |
Official prices
Brera Gallery ticket prices
| Grande Brera ticket (Pinacoteca + Palazzo Citterio) — Includes the Pinacoteca on the chosen date/time and Palazzo Citterio on the same day or the following 6 days. Reduced €4 for ages 18-25 (not free). | €20 |
| Audio guide (Italian, English, French, Spanish) | €5 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Worth timing your visit?
What a free day saves
Based on the official price (grande brera ticket (pinacoteca + palazzo citterio)). Free days are busier — if your dates don't line up, a timed ticket is the trade-off.
Tickets & tours
Best-rated tickets and tours: Brera Gallery
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Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 08:30–19:15 |
| Wed | 08:30–19:15 |
| Thu | 08:30–19:15 |
| Fri | 08:30–19:15 |
| Sat | 08:30–19:15 |
| Sun | 08:30–19:15 |
Tuesday-Sunday 8:30am-7:15pm, last entrance 6pm. Timed reservation on Brera Booking.
Via Brera 28, 20121 Milan, Italy
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FAQ
Brera Gallery: common questions
Is Brera Gallery free?
Brera Gallery is free for everyone on the first Sunday of the month - reservation required. Also free: under-18s (under-12s must be accompanied); people with disabilities (and a companion if needed). Otherwise the official ticket costs €20.
When is Brera Gallery free?
Free for everyone on the first Sunday of the month - reservation required. The next free date is Sunday, 1 November 2026.
Who gets free entry to Brera Gallery?
Under-18s — valid document required; under-12s must be accompanied.. Visitors with disabilities (+1 companion) — certification required (Law 104 or foreign equivalent); the companion is also free..
Do I need to book for free entry to Brera Gallery?
Reserve on Brera Booking (brerabooking.org).
How much is a ticket to Brera Gallery?
Grande Brera ticket (Pinacoteca + Palazzo Citterio) costs €20 on the official site.
What day is Brera Gallery closed?
Brera Gallery is closed on Mondays. Tuesday-Sunday 8:30am-7:15pm, last entrance 6pm. Timed reservation on Brera Booking.
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Sources
Where this comes from
- pinacotecabrera.org/en/visit/orari/ · checked Friday, 23 October 2026
- pinacotecabrera.org/en/visit/entrances/ · checked Friday, 23 October 2026
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