Pinacoteca di Brera

The Pinacoteca di Brera houses Milan's unrivalled collection of art from the Renaissance and other periods and, together with the Doge's Palace in Venice, is one of the most important art museums in northern Italy. The many halls are filled with stunning paintings, from Tintoretto and Veronese to the romantic and very beautiful pictures of Francesco Hayez, one of the great Venetian painters of the 19th century.

Pinacoteca di Brera simply offers sublime art in a class of its own, and while art may be a lower priority, everyone visiting Milan owes it to themselves to visit the amazing Pinacoteca di Brera.

The area around Pinacoteca di Brera is filled with small art galleries and bars, so set aside an early afternoon to explore the neighbourhood.

The Pinacoteca di Brera is a large place that may seem a bit unwieldy. Therefore, before visiting, it might be a good idea to make a plan of action and find out if there are any preferences.