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Milan: Last Supper Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket & Guided Tour｜Italy
Milan: Last Supper Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket & Guided Tour｜Italy
Milan: Last Supper Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket & Guided Tour｜Italy
Milan: Last Supper Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket & Guided Tour｜Italy
Milan: Last Supper Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket & Guided Tour｜Italy

Milan: Last Supper Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket & Guided Tour｜Italy

Italy-Lombardy , Milan
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  • Admire one of the most famous paintings in the world, The Last Supper
  • Skip the line to enter the Last Supper Museum in Milan on a guided tour
  • See one of the great masterpieces by renowned artist Leonardo Da Vinci
  • Learn surprising facts about Renaissance mural painting from an expert guide
  • Visit the Santa Maria delle Grazie, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Admire one of the most famous paintings in the world. The timeless masterpiece by Leonardo Da Vinci, the Last Supper. Join a professional guided group tour, learning about its fascinating history from a professional guide with a license in English language.

The painting was commissioned in 1495 and completed in 1497 on the dining room wall of this former Dominican monastery. The representation by Leonardo da Vinci depicted the moment immediately after Christ said, “One of you will betray me”.

It is an enormous painting, 4.6 m high and 8.8 m long, realized with tempera and oil on a chalk preparation, different from the technique used at the time.

The church of Santa Maria delle Grazie is only a 20-minute walk from Piazza Duomo.

A licensed local guide will show you this masterpiece by Leonardo da Vinci, revealing many surprising facts about the composition, perspective and the technique used, as well as the history of the site.

The Last Supper is undisputedly one of the world’s masterpieces of painting. Its unique value, which over the centuries has had immense influence in the field of figurative art, is inseparable from the architectural complex in which it was created.

This work has highly influenced not only the development of one iconographic theme, but also the entire development of painting. Heydenreich wrote about the “superdimension” of its painted bodies in relation to space. It is one of the first classic paintings that focuses on a precise and very short moment of time, instead of a long one. After five centuries, the Last Supper is one of the most reproduced and copied paintings, and its creation in 1495-1497 is considered to have heralded a new phase in the history of art.

Despite the damages that occurred during the Second World War, the complex has preserved both its original architectural structure and the internal relation between its components, including the famous fresco.

The site was badly damaged by bombing in 1943, but subsequently completely restored and renovated. The Last Supper, which miraculously survived the Allied bombing, suffers from other conservation problems which are due, above all, to Leonardo’s experimental technique, and which have long been evident. There are records of restoration works from the eighteenth century up to the present day, which bear witness to the continuing concern regarding the conservation of this artistic heritage.

One of the most important and difficult aspects of the conservation of the fresco is related to the pollution caused by the great number of visitors. Continual monitoring is performed to guarantee optimum atmospheric conditions inside the refectory and thus avoid the danger posed by air pollution and elevated visitor numbers. A sophisticated monitoring device ensures that the air composition and the light and humidity levels remain within the established limits. A limited number of visitors are admitted at any one time.

UNESCO World Heritage since 1980.

Important Info

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  • What To Bring: Passport or ID card

  • Not Allowed: Sandals or flip flops

  • Not Allowed: Pets

  • Not Allowed: Food and drinks

  • Not Allowed: Luggage or large bags

  • Not Allowed: Drones

  • Not Allowed: Flash photography

  • Not Allowed: Littering

  • Not Allowed: Firework

  • Not Allowed: Explosive substances

  • Not Allowed: Bare feet

  • Know Before You Go: The start time is 3 min before the booking time

  • Know Before You Go: All visitors are allowed 15 minutes inside the Refectory with Last Supper

  • Know Before You Go: Flash photography is not permitted

  • Know Before You Go: If you can't find the guide please call us immediately

  • Know Before You Go: Due to religious events, the church visit is not always guaranteed

  • Know Before You Go: If you have already purchased museum tickets but wish to join our guided tour for the guide’s explanation, you can book this tour on KKday

  • Know Before You Go: No lockers available

  • Know Before You Go: You can change names/surnames only 1 time and only not more than 5 days before the beginning of the tour (you can make a new booking on KKday)

  • Know Before You Go: Minors can join only if accompanied by adults

  • Know Before You Go: We are not responsible for rare force majeure events that cause the museum to close, such as strikes, VIP or celebrity visits, or political events. In that case, the guide will provide the tour at the booked time, and you will enter the museum as soon as it reopens

FAQ

1. Who are the key figures depicted in Leonardo Da Vinci's The Last Supper?

Leonardo Da Vinci's The Last Supper depicts Jesus Christ and his twelve apostles during the final meal before his crucifixion. From left to right, the apostles are Bartholomew, James the Less, Andrew, Judas Iscariot, Peter, John, Jesus, Thomas, James the Greater, Philip, Matthew, Thaddeus, and Simon Zelotes. Each figure reacts distinctly to Jesus's announcement that one of them will betray him, conveying a range of human emotions.

2. Where can visitors find Leonardo Da Vinci's The Last Supper in Milan?

Leonardo Da Vinci's iconic fresco, The Last Supper, is located in Milan, Italy. It is specifically housed on the refectory wall of the Santa Maria delle Grazie convent, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The artwork is carefully preserved in a climate-controlled environment, requiring visitors to enter in small groups and for limited viewing times to ensure its long-term conservation.

3. What biblical event is depicted in Da Vinci's The Last Supper painting?

Da Vinci's The Last Supper vividly captures the moment Jesus Christ tells his twelve apostles that one of them will betray him, as described in the Gospel of John 13:21. The painting portrays the apostles' diverse reactions of shock, anger, and confusion to this profound revelation, making it a powerful representation of human emotion and divine prophecy within a dramatic setting.

4. What benefits does a guided tour offer when visiting The Last Supper?

A guided tour significantly enhances the experience of viewing The Last Supper. An expert guide provides insightful commentary on Leonardo Da Vinci's artistic techniques, the painting's composition, the historical context of Renaissance art, and the intricate symbolism behind each figure. This deepens your understanding and appreciation of this masterpiece beyond simply observing it, offering valuable background information you might otherwise miss.

5. What is the typical duration of a guided tour for The Last Supper?

While the actual viewing time inside the refectory with The Last Supper is strictly regulated to about 15 minutes to preserve the fresco, a comprehensive guided tour typically lasts longer. This allows time for the guide to provide an introduction, historical context, and details about the Santa Maria delle Grazie before entering the viewing chamber, ensuring you make the most of your visit despite the limited time with the artwork itself.

6. How can one secure entry tickets for Da Vinci's The Last Supper?

Securing entry tickets for Da Vinci's The Last Supper requires advance planning due to high demand and strict visitor limits. It is highly recommended to book your tickets well in advance, often several months ahead, through official online booking platforms. For a convenient and assured experience, you can book through KKday, which offers skip-the-line entry as part of a guided tour package, simplifying the process and guaranteeing your access to this renowned masterpiece.

7. What is the significance of the Santa Maria delle Grazie to The Last Supper viewing experience?

The Santa Maria delle Grazie convent is integral to the Last Supper viewing experience because Da Vinci's fresco is painted directly onto the refectory wall within its premises, not on a canvas. Visiting the convent allows you to appreciate the architectural context and the historical setting in which the masterpiece was created, and the entire complex is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, adding to its cultural significance.

8. How does skip-the-line access enhance the visit to The Last Supper?

Skip-the-line access significantly enhances a visit to The Last Supper by saving valuable time that would otherwise be spent waiting in long queues. Given the strict entry protocols and limited daily visitors, having guaranteed fast-track entry allows you to maximize your precious viewing time inside the refectory and fully immerse yourself in appreciating Da Vinci's masterpiece without the stress and delay of standing in line.

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