Brera Picture Gallery (with kids)
How Kids-Friendly is Brera Picture Gallery?
What makes it 81% Kids-Friendly: Kids enter free, join hands-on workshops, use the Brera-in-famiglia audio tour and labeled captions. Quiet galleries mean parents must supervise and keep voices low.
Positives:
- Kids enter free: Children under 18 visit at no extra cost with each paid adult ticket.
- Spacious galleries: Wide rooms make it easy to move with a stroller or take breaks.
Challenges:
- Limited seating: Few benches are available; plan rest breaks outside the galleries.
- No dedicated dining area: The café is small; bring light snacks for kids.
What is Brera Picture Gallery?
- A neoclassical art museum housed in Milan’s 15th-century Palazzo Brera, the former home of the Academy of Fine Arts
- Founded by Napoleon I in 1809 to exhibit the Milan Academy’s collection, the gallery presents over 230 medieval, Renaissance and 19th-century paintings
- Home to masterpieces such as Raphael’s “Marriage of the Virgin,” Mantegna’s “Mourning of Christ” and Hayez’s “The Kiss,” illustrating Northern Italian artistic achievement
What is so special about Brera Picture Gallery for with kids?
- Explore key Renaissance works like Raphael’s 'Marriage of the Virgin'.
- Engage kids with family-friendly audio guides and workshops.
- Enjoy free entry for minors and hands-on discovery games.
- Observe live art restoration in a transparent lab.
- Move easily through spacious, stroller-friendly galleries.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: This allows enough time to see key paintings and join a workshop without tiring the kids.
Kids-Friendly Activities in Brera Picture Gallery
Family Audio Guide 'Brera in famiglia':
A child-focused audio tour that turns artworks into a fun discovery game.
Tip: Pick up free headsets at the Info Point before starting the tour.
Educational Lab 'Arte Orto per famiglie':
A 2-hour workshop linking paintings with the adjacent Botanical Garden.
Tip: Reserve spots online as these free labs fill up quickly.
Restoration Laboratory Viewing:
Watch restorers at work behind a glass wall in Room XVIII.
Tip: Stop by midday when conservators tend to their most visible tasks.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Brera Picture Gallery
- Buy tickets online: Skip the ticket line by booking adult tickets in advance on the official site.
- Pick up family kit: Collect the free “museum in a bag” kit at the Info Point to engage toddlers.
Reviews of Brera Picture Gallery
Nils Paellmann
The "grand dame" of Milan museums in beautiful building with fabulous collection. Famous artists include Raphael, Giovanni and Gentile Bellini, Veronese, van Dyck, Canova (including his famous statue of Napoleon), and many others.
Massimiliano Totaro
Beautiful art gallery that contains several works and most of them by Italian artists. Some of these are famous for more while others only for those who have a particular interest. The rooms should be better organised but 90 minutes will pass quickly also thanks to the audio guide. Fortunately I didn't have to book but I noticed that after 12 pm, the turnout was greatly increased.
Ariel
The place is nice, good prices for ages of 18-25. The audio guide is interesting and explains the artistic significance of the paintings. But, all the paintings are of the suffering of Jesus, which is depressing. I do not recommend going with children, and for adults above 26 I don’t think the price is worth the experience, the gallery is small and the collection is decent but not huge. The bathro...
Joyce Mo
The museum is well ventilated with AC. There are lots of paintings of Jesus Christ and Mary. Took me about 1.5-2 hours to see everything. What I liked the most were the sculptures and statues. Perfect place to go if you love early Renaissance art. The staff speaks English which is good and for each painting, there is a description in English. The price is 15€ which is a bit much.
Kirill
The museum is absolutely gorgeous. There are many historical paintings from famous authors inside. Although I am not really interested in art I definitely would recommend including it in your Milan’s trip itinerary
When is the best time to visit Brera Picture Gallery (Milan, Italy)?
Visit on the first Sunday of the month for free admission; morning visits are cooler and less crowded in summer.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Adult ticket (ages 18+), 2x | EUR 62 |
| Snack or drink at museum café | EUR 20 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 82 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: Via Brera, 28, 20121 Milano MI, Italy
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