Astronomical Museum of Brera Ticket

On this guided visit to the Astronomical Museum of Brera, you'll discover details about outer space and see valuable artefacts used by astronomers for centuries while learning about the historical importance of this building in Milan.

A Famous Observatory with Links to Mars

The Astronomical Observatory of Brera is a significant historical building in Milan's scientific community, dating back to the 18th century. It currently houses the Astronomical Museum of Brera, featuring a complete exhibition related to astronomy, significant for various findings made within its walls, including discussions about the Mars canals by the astronomer Giovanni Schiaparelli in 1877.

During the tour, we will explore the Gallery of Instruments with our guide, who will explain various interesting facts about the objects. This includes learning about the uses of a magnetometer, how a spectograph works, and the importance of pendulum clocks in astronomy. The tour lasts for about an hour.

Gallery of Instruments + Schiaparelli Dome

If you opt for the visit to the Schiaparelli Dome, the tour will last a total of 75 minutes. 30 minutes will be spent in the Gallery of Instruments, followed by a visit to the dome housing the Merz telescope, used by astronomers in Brera since the 20th century.

Opening Times

Select a suitable time when booking, depending on your option:

Gallery of Instruments: between 10:30 am and 4:30 pm, every hourGallery of Instruments +Schiaparelli Dome: between 10 am and 4 pm, every hour