Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper in Milan is one of the most popular artworks in Italy — and also one of the hardest to see, as time-slot tickets sell out fast. The Da Vinci painting in the refectory of the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milano is only accessible with advance reservation tickets or guided tours.
Getting tickets to see Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper in Milan isn’t easy — but the effort is worth it. With a bit of planning, you’ll secure your spot and experience the most famous Da Vinci wall painting in the world. Demand is intense, tickets sell out quickly, and viewing time is limited to just 15 minutes.
The Last Supper Museum may only be visited with time-slot reservation tickets or on guided tours. (The early morning small group tour of six is expensive but saves some time.)
Here’s your complete guide to buying Last Supper tickets, booking tours, and making the most of your visit.
Top Practical Tips on Tickets and How to Visit Da Vinci’s Last Supper in Milan
Some basic tips on buying tickets or booking tours to see Leonardo Da Vinci’s Last Supper painting in Milan, as well as how to proceed on the day of the visit, include:
- Buy tickets as soon as possible at the official website.
- Book a Last Supper tour if preferred (or if no tickets are available). It is possible to book tours months in advance (but also often the only last-minute option).
- Turn up at the correct time.
- Be aware of the procedure on the day of the visit. Collect tickets and enter on time — it is impossible to catch up.
- Transportation options to get to the Last Supper Museum (Museo del Cenacolo Vinciano). The best way is a 20-minute walk from the Duomo, or use the tram and metro from further afield.
When Do Last Supper Tickets Go on Sale in 2025 & 2026?
The Last Supper Museum releases tickets in three-month blocks. Sales usually open on the third Wednesday of the second month before the period.
- September–October 2025: tickets went on sale in mid-June 2025.
- November–January 2026: tickets are expected from mid-September 2025.
During peak times, such as summer and Christmas, Last Supper tickets often sell out within hours.
Ticket Prices for the Da Vinci Painting
Tickets to see The Last Supper in Milan are not that expensive — the main problem is securing a time slot.
The basic ticket prices for The Last Supper Museum in Milan (Cencacolo Vinciano) in 2025 are:
- Adult ticket: €15 (reservation fee included).
- EU/EEA youth (18–25): €2.
- Children under 18: Free (but all visitors need a ticket with a time-slot reservation, even babies).
- Official guided tour supplement: €9.
→ Top Tip: The Last Supper is free to visit on the first Sunday of the month, but tickets are only released online on the preceding Wednesday at noon — and are usually gone within 20 minutes. See How to Book Free Sunday Tickets for The Last Supper in Milan for a detailed description of the savage booking process.
Where to Buy The Last Supper Tickets
The official reseller cenacolovinciano.org (Vivatiket) is the cheapest source for Last Supper tickets. The website has separate calendars for ticket-only slots and fairly priced official guided tours, so check both.
Key things to remember:
- A maximum of 5 tickets per booking.
- Tickets must be in the visitor’s name (name changes are not allowed).
- Collect tickets 30 minutes before admission, showing photo ID.
→ See Buying Tickets to See the Last Supper by Leonardo Da Vinci in Milan for the process of buying tickets and when tickets become available at the official site. Basically, buy tickets as early as possible, if necessary check back frequently to see if tickets become available, or consider the more expensive tour option. A guided tour of The Last Supper usually adds value even for individual visitors who prefer to arrive prepared with their own information.
What If Tickets Are Sold Out?
If official Last Supper tickets are unavailable, you still have options:
- Refresh the official site — cancellations can free up tickets (but often sell again within minutes).
- Book guided tours via reputable platforms like Get Your Guide, Tiqets, and Viator. (Tours are more expensive, but they secure entry.)
- Visit the ticket office in person — rare cancellations may free up same-day slots. (No advance reservations possible here.)
- Call the booking center, though availability matches the website.
Only the Last Supper Museum (Cenacolo Vinciano Museum) sells tickets to see the famous wall painting. Many legitimate resellers, such as Get Your Guide, Tiqets, and Viator, are allowed to sell guided tours to see The Last Supper in the refectory of Santa Maria delle Grazie. Such tours have easier availability and are bookable months in advance to ensure admission on a specific day.
Why Book a Guided Tour of The Last Supper?
A simple ticket gives you access, but a guided tour helps you understand the Da Vinci painting. Even if you don’t really want a guide, you may end up with one, as entry tickets only are so hard to secure.
Guides explain:
- Why Duke Ludovico Sforza commissioned Leonardo.
- How the mural survived WWII bombing.
- Restoration work
- Artistic details, such as the apostles’ expressions and Leonardo’s knot motif.
All guides are licensed and fully qualified, so do ask questions.
The cheapest basic tours are around an hour in total — including the process of obtaining tickets and the 15 minutes spent with the Last Supper.
Longer tours that include further sights in Milan are often better value. A walking tour of Milan (including a visit to the Duomo) is popular but also further sights such as the Santa Maria delle Grazie church and monastery complex (free entry), La Scala opera museum, the Sforza Castle, and the Duomo roof.
However, no guided tour gets you into the refectory for longer than 15 minutes or allows you to skip the pre-visit ticket collection procedure. (The early morning small group tour of six is expensive but saves some time.)
Visiting the Last Supper Museum: Practical Information
On the day of your visit:
- Arrive 30 minutes early.
- Find your correct tour group is relevant.
- Bring your photo ID for ticket collection.
- Enter the museum at the appropriate time — catching up is not possible.
- Knees and shoulders must be covered.
- Small bags go into lockers; large bags and trolleys aren’t allowed — book luggage storage online.
- Photography is permitted (no flash or tripods).
- Viewing time: strictly 15 minutes, in groups of around 40.
After seeing The Last Supper, don’t miss Giovanni Donato da Montorfano’s Crucifixion on the opposite wall — some figures may even be by Leonardo’s hand. (The Last Supper would have been as well preserved if Leonardo had painted al fresco.)
When Is the Best Time to See The Last Supper?
Inside the refectory, light and climate are controlled, so the time of day doesn’t matter much. The group size is always the same, so even free Sunday is a great option.
The real trick is to match your ticket slot with other nearby attractions, such as the Santa Maria delle Grazie church, which has shorter hours, the San Maurizio Church, or the Technology Museum with Da Vinci models.
How to Get to The Last Supper in Milan
The Last Supper Museum is not far from the center of Milan and is easily reached on foot or public transportation.
- Walk: leisurely 20 minutes from the Duomo.
- Tram: Tram 16 stops right at Santa Maria delle Grazie.
- Metro: Conciliazione station (Line 1, red) is closest; Cadorna (Lines 1 & 2) is a short walk.
- Hop-on hop-off bus: Stops directly at the church.
→ See What to Expect when Visiting the Last Supper Museum for a more detailed description of the ticket-collecting procedure and a walk through the museum.
Getting tickets to see Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper in Milan isn’t easy — but the effort is worth it.
More Tips on Milan Sights and Tickets
- Top Leonardo da Vinci Sights and Art to See in Milan
- The Last Supper by Leonardo Da Vinci:
- How to Buy Tickets for the Last Supper.
- What to Expect when Visiting the Last Supper Museum.
- Tips on How to Buy Tickets or Book Tours for the Last Supper Museum — buy early or only guided tours are available.
- How to Get Free Tickets for The Last Supper and a step-by-step guide for booking free Sunday tickets.
- Booking Guided Tours of The Last Supper at GYG.
- Visit Chiesa di Santa Maria Delle Grazie — admission to the church next to The Last Supper Museum is free.
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- Visit the Free San Maurizio Church — endless Renaissance frescoes in the “Sistine Chapel of Milan”.
- Visit the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana — Leonardo Da Vinci’s Musician painting and sketches from the Codex Atlanticus.
- Visit the Pinacoteca di Brera — a world-class collection of Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.
- Visit the Museo del Novecento — for world-class modern Italian art from the 20th century (right next to the Duomo).
- Visit the National Museum of Science and Technology Leonardo da Vinci
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