# Pinacoteca di Brera — Milan, Italy

> Founded by Napoleon in 1809 to house works requisitioned from churches across Lombardy, the Pinacoteca occupies the Palazzo di Brera alongside the Academy of Fine Arts and the Brera Botanical Garden.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 8:30 AM – 7:15 PM (Closed Mondays)
- Admission: €15 standard admission
- Address: Via Brera, 28, 20121 Milano MI, Italy
- Time needed: 2–3 hours
- Official website: https://pinacotecabrera.org/en/
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- Lamentation over the Dead Christ — Andrea Mantegna · c. 1480
- The Marriage of the Virgin — Raphael · 1504
- Supper at Emmaus — Caravaggio · c. 1606
- Madonna and Child — Giovanni Bellini · c. 1485

## FAQ
**Where is the Brera district?**
Brera is a charming arts district in central Milan, just north of the Duomo.

**Is the Botanical Garden of Brera nearby?**
Yes, the historic botanical garden is reached through the Palazzo di Brera courtyard.

**How long should I spend at Pinacoteca di Brera?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.

**What is Pinacoteca di Brera best known for?**
Founded by Napoleon in 1809 to house works requisitioned from churches across Lombardy, the Pinacoteca occupies the Palazzo di Brera alongside the Academy of Fine Arts. Key highlights include The Marriage of the Virgin by Raphael, Lamentation over the Dead Christ by Mantegna, Supper at Emmaus by Caravaggio.

**How do I get tickets for Pinacoteca di Brera?**
€15 standard admission Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://pinacotecabrera.org/en/

**Which single work should I not miss?**
Mantegna's Lamentation over the Dead Christ in Room 6 — the extreme foreshortening is unforgettable and unlike anything else in Italian painting.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/pinacoteca-di-brera/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.