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Da Vinci's Last Supper
YesMilano City Pass
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Da Vinci's Last Supper
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- Access Last Supper painting
- Skip-the-line entry
- Entry to the Cenacolo Vinciano Museum
- Guided tour of Santa Maria delle Grazie
- Duration: 1 hour
- View Last Supper painting
- Entry to Last Supper museum
- Entry to Santa Maria delle Grazie
- Entry to Sforza Castle
- Optional tram transfers (€24 upwards)
- Duration: 2-3 hours
- View Last Supper painting
- Entry to Last Supper museum
- Entry to Santa Maria delle Grazie
- Walking tour of Milan
- Optional skip-the-line access to the Church of San Maurizio & access to Sforza Castle
- Optional entry to Piazza dei Mercanti, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele (€27 upwards)
- Duration: 2-3 hours
- View Last Supper painting
- Entry to Last Supper museum
- Entry to Santa Maria delle Grazie
- Walking tour of Milan
- Skip-the-line access to Church of San Maurizio
- Entry to Sforza Castle
- Duration: 2 hours
- View Last Supper painting
- Entry to Last Supper Museum
- Skip-the-line entry to Santa Maria delle Grazie
- YesMilano City Pass: Free access to all Civic Museums and several other attractions, unlimited public transportation, discounts at select cafes & restaurants
- Duration: Flexible
- Viiew Last Supper painting
- Entry to Last Supper museum
- Entry to Santa Maria delle Grazie
- Walking tour of Milan
- Entry to Metropolitan Cathedral-Basilica of the Nativity of Saint Mary
- Optional tour of La Scala Opera House and Museum
- Small group (up to 18 people)
- Duration: 3 hours
- View Last Supper painting
- Entry to Last Supper museum
- Entry to Santa Maria delle Grazie
- Guided tour of Milan
- Entry to Duomo Cathedral, Church of San Maurizio, Sforza Castle
- Guided tour of Michelangelo’s Pietà del Rondanini
- Pass for the Duomo Museum (valid for 3 days)
- Duration: 6 hours
The Last Supper has puzzled the world with its hidden symbols. Here are a few to look for.
The person besides Jesus Christ looks neither male nor female. They lack typical masculine features like baldness or a beard, giving a more feminine impression. Some think Leonardo da Vinci might have meant for this figure to be Mary Magdalene instead of John.
In the painting, Judas Iscariot, standing on the right side, accidentally spills salt from a container with his elbow. This depicts the moment Jesus announces that one of his disciples will betray him.
Matthew's anger is palpable, and his tense stance reveals his frustration. Andrew appears shocked, hands raised in disbelief, struggling to grasp the weight of the moment. Jesus, however, exudes calmness, a beacon of serenity amidst the turmoil. Meanwhile, James Major and Philip are gripped by fear, their expressions mirroring their confusion and apprehension.
Da Vinci used numbers like 3 and 4 a lot. The apostles are grouped in threes, and there are four sets of tapestries with three spaces between them. Three symbolizes divinity, while four represents the earthly realm. This reflects da Vinci's ideas about God and our connection to the divine.
There's uncertainty about the fish in The Last Supper — some argue it's an eel, others say it's a herring. Some think da Vinci did this on purpose. It's curious because in Italian, 'eel' sounds like 'indoctrination' and 'herring' sounds like 'someone who denies religion,' especially in northern Italy.
Leonardo da Vinci painted The Last Supper in the refectory of the Dominican convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie.
The church came into being when the Duke of Milan, Francesco I Sforza, ordered the construction of a convent and church on the site of an old chapel dedicated to Mary. Later, his son Ludovico Sforza asked Leonardo da Vinci to paint The Last Supper as part of renovating the convent. Despite facing challenges like World War II, both the painting and the church survived. And because of the legacy of The Last Supper and its involvement in the painting's intense history, the church became a place of great significance and has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1980.
A walk through Santa Maria delle GrazieTuesday - Sunday: 8:15am to 7pm
Last Access: 6:45pm
Closed on: Monday, New Year’s Day and Christmas Day.
For fewer crowds and pleasant weather, plan your visit for spring (April-May). Off-seasons, such as late fall and winter also offer quieter experiences with shorter wait times. Visit any time between Tuesday and Friday as well to avoid the weekend crowd.
Detailed Last Supper Milan timingsAddress: The Last Supper (Cenacolo Vinciano,) Piazza Santa Maria delle Grazie, 2 20123 Milan, Italy
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Duomo Milan is the cathedral church of Milan and one among Europe's greatest architectural Gothic wonders. It is also the largest church in Italy and the fifth largest Christian church in the world.
Explore Duomo MilanSforza castle is a medieval fortification that hosts some of the city's best art collections. Built in the 15th century by the Duke of Milan and used as a military citadel, the castle is an ode to Renaissance architecture.
Explore Sforza CastleLeonardo3 is an interactive museum in Milan with beautiful models of da Vinci's designs and a large reconstruction of the Last Supper Painting. The museum is a tribute to the genius of the artist and was inaugurated in 2013.
Explore Leonardo3 MuseumA skip-the-line guided tour to see The Last Supper starts from €52 onwards. However, prices may vary depending on the specific inclusion. It's advisable to check the latest prices and availability from your trusted tour providers when planning your visit.
Choosing skip-the-line tickets spares you hours of waiting, particularly during peak seasons. Additionally, these tickets offer added advantages such as comfortable access, the flexibility to select your preferred time slot, and the ability to plan your visit hassle-free.
Guided tours are led by expert guides who can offer valuable insights about the painting and its history. The tours also usually come with priority access, allowing you to skip the line and see the painting hassle-free.
Of course! Guided tours are also available in other languages as well, such as Italian and Spanish.
Yes, of course! Visitors between the age of 18-25 enjoy reduced pricing on their tickets.
Depending on the ticket, you could cancel your Verona Arena tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins. Some tickets, like the Milan in a day guided tour, can’t be canceled or rescheduled.
Although the museum does not offer audio guides, you can download the museum's official App for free from the IOS and Android app stores and use the audio walkthrough of the painting.
Of course! Children are always welcome to see The Last Supper painting. They can also enjoy learning about its historical significance and artistic techniques and engaging in interactive activities designed to spark curiosity and appreciation for art and history.
You can opt for any of the skip-the line tickets, such as Da Vinci's Last Supper Skip-the-Line Guided Tour and the Combo (Save 5%): Da Vinci's Last Supper Skip-the-Line Guided Tour + YesMilano City Pass: Attractions & Free Public Transport. These tickets help you avoid the queues and crowds and come with an expert guide who can help you understand what you're seeing in a better way.
The expert guide will take you through a wide spectrum of artistic details like perspective, colors, techniques, composition, and so much more. They will also be available to answer any questions you may have about the painting!
While you can only spend 15 minutes looking at the painting, feel free to spend some time exploring the Santa Maria delle Grazie church. Take about an hour to see the other paintings like the Crucifixion and take in the beauty of the ancient convent.