Astronomical Museum of Brera Ticket

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Guided tours and free tours

Guia em: Inglês, Italiano

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During this guided tour of the Astronomical Museum of Brera, you will uncover numerous fascinating aspects of space. You’ll have the opportunity to view priceless artefacts utilized by astronomers throughout the ages and understand the significance of this historic structure in Milan.

A Renowned Observatory Linked to Mars

The Astronomical Observatory of Brera stands as a cornerstone in the Milanese scientific heritage. This institution, established in the 18th century, serves as a vital center for studying the cosmos. Why wait any longer?

Presently, the site is home to the Astronomical Museum of Brera, featuring a comprehensive collection of astronomical artifacts that have significantly contributed to various discoveries made within its premises. The discussions surrounding the canals on Mars originated here, first identified by the astronomer Giovanni Schiaparelli in 1877.

On this tour, you will navigate through the Gallery of Instruments, guided by our expert, who will share a wealth of knowledge about each item. Prepare to expand your understanding!

What is the purpose of a magnetometer? How does a spectrograph function? Why were pendulum clocks crucial for astronomical work? We will delve into these questions and explore many more historical pieces.

As we conclude the hour-long tour, you will have gained insight into the rich history of these scientific tools.

Gallery of Instruments + Schiaparelli Dome

Would you like an even more enriching experience? Opting for the visit to the Schiaparelli Dome will extend the tour to 75 minutes. Thirty minutes will focus on the Gallery of Instruments, followed by a visit to the dome housing the Merz telescope, a significant instrument employed by Brera astronomers since the 20th century.

Opening Hours

When booking your visit, you will have the option to select a time that best fits your schedule:

Gallery of Instruments: available from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm, every hour
Gallery of Instruments + Schiaparelli Dome: available from 10 am to 4 pm, every hour

O que inclui

English–speaking guide
Admission ticket to the Astronomical Museum of Brera
Admission ticket to the Schiaparelli Dome (depending on selection)

Política de cancelamento

Non rimborsabile

Informações importantes

On the day of the activity, please present this voucher at the scheduled time at the Astronomical Museum of Brera (Astronomical Observatory of Brera), located at the following address: Via Brera, 28, 20121 Milan.

Entering through the main entrance of the art gallery building, you enter the cloister with the statue of Napoleon. You'll enter the complex through the central door and continue turning first to the right and then to the left until you find yourself in front of the door leading to the botanical garden (outside). Before exiting, on the left, the staircase leading to the astronomical observatory begins.

You can see a more detailed plan of the access in the following link: Map of the Museum.

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