What makes it 83% Solo-Friendly: A solo visitor can roam Zaha Hadid’s flowing galleries, join architecture walks or adult art workshops, and move quickly without coordinating with others, making the venue highly rewarding.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: This gives you time to explore Zaha Hadid’s architecture and key exhibitions without rushing.
Wander the Zaha Hadid architecture:
Explore the building’s curved concrete ramps and light-filled galleries.
Tip: Start at the ground floor and follow the ramps upward to see different perspectives.
Browse the permanent collection:
View Italian and international 21st century artworks on display.
Tip: Pick up a museum map to locate signature pieces by contemporary Italian artists.
Check temporary exhibitions:
See rotating shows of emerging and established artists.
Tip: Visit the MAXXI website before you go to see current exhibits and book tickets if required.
Relax with an aperitivo at Bar MAXXI:
Enjoy cocktails and light bites with a view of the flowing concrete curves.
Tip: Go on Saturday evening for extended bar hours and a quieter crowd.

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The exterior, book store and cafe are free to visit. You only need tickets for seeing the exhibition spaces. Would suggest taking some time to walk around the building as well, since it’s just as (if not more) beautiful outside. They have a really good collection of books and other trinkets at the book store, focusing mainly on architecture since it’s a Zaha Hadid building. If you do stop by the c...
Bill
Let's just call it an 'odd' experience. Unfortunately, I think it's one of Hadid's least-successful buildings. A huge building with relatively little usable space, which makes for confusing wayfinding once in the building (it took me 4 tries to find the right combination of 'entry' doors and 'front' desks before I could actually gain entrance to the galleries). The art was quite interesting, what ...
Juliette Anglehart Zedda
It was not worth all the public transport we had to take. Having said that the football/soccer exhibition was really cool! It was fascinating to look at the architectural dimension of the sport through the various designs of stadiums. Also, there is a Good affordable cafeteria!
Oksana Sukhenko
Some of the exposition blew my mind. They were so good, impressive, gave special moments of insights. The rest, like a football hall, was a bit ordinary and boring.
Mi
I enjoyed strolling through the spacious Zaha Hadid-designed building, admiring the contemporary art. I particularly enjoyed the "Stadiums" exhibition, even though I'm not a football fan - it's an in-depth look at stadium architecture and the passion for football. The staff was very friendly. Worth it!
In summer, arrive early to beat midday heat in the galleries. Spring and fall bring pleasant weather for the outdoor plaza. Check for weekend events that may affect gallery crowds.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Online full-price ticket | EUR 14 |
| Aperitivo drink | EUR 8 |
| Lunch at Mediterraneo Restaurant | EUR 15 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 37 |
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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