Whether you are a fan of painting, design, cinema or history, this city has exhibitions to suit all tastes. Here is our selection of five must-see exhibitions in Milan to spend the Christmas holidays in the pursuit of art!
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1. Picasso, lo straniero – Palazzo Reale
The Palazzo Reale hosts ‘Picasso, lo straniero’, an exhibition that explores the lesser-known side of the Spanish artist’s life: his experience as a foreigner in 20th century France. Bringing together over 80 works, documents and photographs, the exhibition tells the story of Picasso’s difficulties as an immigrant in France. This unique exhibition invites visitors to reflect on current issues such as reception and integration through the eyes of one of the greatest artists of the last century. A special opportunity to get to know a side of Picasso never before seen and to discover works never before exhibited.
📅When: Until 2 February 2025
📍Where: Palazzo Reale, Milan
💶Tickets: From €13 to €17
2. Tim Burton’s Labyrinth – Fabbrica del Vapore
The Fabbrica del Vapore is transformed into the dreamlike, gothic world of Tim Burton. ‘Tim Burton’s Labyrinth’ is an immersive journey that leads the public to discover fantastic creatures, dark settings and iconic characters. Structured like a maze, the exhibition allows visitors to explore the universes imagined by Burton through set designs, sketches and life-size figures.
Perfect for adults and children alike, this exhibition is an adventure to be enjoyed together with the family, an experience that will put you inside the mind of the famous director.
📅When: From 13 December 2024 to 9 March 2025
📍Dove: Fabbrica del Vapore, Milano
💶Biglietti: On-site information
3. Gae Aulenti – Triennale Milano
Until 12 January 2025, the Triennale Milano dedicates an exhibition to Gae Aulenti, an icon of Italian design and architecture. This homage celebrates her extraordinary contribution in various fields, from interior design to graphics and set design. The exhibition includes full-scale environments, original materials, drawings and models from the architect’s archive.
The exhibition allows visitors to get to know not only Aulenti’s works but also her visionary approach, with a focus on the context and identity of her projects. It is an immersion into the creative world of one of the most influential women in 20th century Italian culture.
📅 When: Until 12 January 2025
📍 Where: Triennale Milan, Milan
💶 Tickets: On-site information
4. Munch. Il grido interiore – Palazzo Reale
With over 100 works from the Munch Museum in Oslo, the exhibition takes visitors on a journey into the inner torments of the Norwegian artist, known for his depiction of emotions and existential malaise. Through paintings such as ‘The Scream’, the exhibition explores the psychological and intimist side of the artist, who anticipated many themes of Expressionism. An unmissable opportunity to learn more about one of the pioneers of modern art.
📅 When: Until 26 January 2025
📍 Where: Palazzo Reale, Milan
💶 Tickets: From €13 to €17
5. Titanic: An Immersive Voyage
From 3 September 2024 to 14 February 2025, immerse yourself in the story of the Titanic with Titanic: An Immersive Voyage. This interactive exhibition allows you to relive the experience on board the famous ship thanks to more than 300 objects recovered from the wreck and its sister ships, along with props from James Cameron’s film.
The tour culminates in an immersive room where, thanks to a 3D visor, it is possible to virtually explore the Titanic wreck and even ‘touch’ some of the submerged objects. An unforgettable journey that fascinates adults and children alike and offers an unprecedented glimpse into the ship’s history.
📅 When: Until 14 February 2025
📍 Where: Via Valtellina, 5, Milan
💶 Tickets: Information on site
