Cripta di San Sepolcro Timings: Best Time To Visit and More

This page covers the opening hours of the Cripta di San Sepolcro and its upper church, how long to allow for a visit, and the best time to go.

Cripta di San Sepolcro: Operating Hours

Upper Church (Chiesa Superiore di San Sepolcro):

Monday to Friday: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The upper church closes for the summer, from July 4 to September 4.
Mass is held Monday to Friday at 12:45 PM.
Visits are only possible on weekdays, and not while a religious ceremony is in progress.
The upper church’s hours are not listed on the Ambrosiana’s own visitor pages, so confirm them before your visit if you want to see it.

Crypt:
Monday to Sunday: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The ticket office closes at 5:15 PM.
The crypt is closed on Wednesdays.

- Best Time to Visit: Weekday mornings, other than Wednesday, work best. The crypt and the upper church are both open, and Mass at 12:45 PM does not get in the way.

Cripta di San Sepolcro: Entrance ticket

Highlights

Explore a hidden historic crypt located in central Milan.

Admire beautiful frescoes and detailed mosaics.

Learn about the crypt’s rich cultural and artistic heritage.

Experience a unique and lesser-known attraction perfect for history and art lovers.

Benefit from quick entry with fast track access.

Pinacoteca Ambrosiana + Cripta di San Sepolcro

Highlights

View renowned artworks including pieces by Caravaggio, Raphael, Brueghel, and Leonardo da Vinci.

Explore the 17th-century library’s reading room displaying Leonardo da Vinci’s Atlantic Codex drawings.

Discover the medieval underground church of the Crypt of San Sepolcro, featuring stones from Milan’s ancient forum.

Enjoy fast-track entry to both the art gallery and the crypt.

Ideal for newcomers to Milan seeking a historical and cultural immersion.

How Much Time To Spend At Cripta di San Sepolcro?

Allow about 30 minutes for the crypt, which is the time the Ambrosiana suggests. Most visitors start underground, where the floor is made of stone slabs from Milan’s Roman forum, and take in the restored frescoes, the starry vault, and the 14th-century sarcophagus with its terracotta statue of Saint Charles Borromeo.

If the upper church is open and no service is in progress, add some time to see its Baroque interior and the terracotta sculpture groups of the Passion. Combining the crypt with the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana takes longer: the Pinacoteca alone takes about 90 minutes, so plan on around two hours in total.

The crypt is closed on Wednesdays and the upper church closes from July 4 to September 4, so plan your day accordingly. Booking ahead is recommended, as it lets you skip the line at the ticket office.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cripta di San Sepolcro Timings

What are the opening hours of the Crypt at Cripta di San Sepolcro?

The Crypt is open Monday to Sunday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, except Wednesdays, when it is closed. The ticket office closes at 5:15 PM.

When can visitors access the Upper Church of Cripta di San Sepolcro?

The Upper Church is open for worship and visitors Monday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, except during the summer closure from July 4 to September 4.

Is the Upper Church at Cripta di San Sepolcro open during religious ceremonies?

No, visits to the Upper Church are only possible on weekdays when no religious ceremonies are taking place.

Are there any special timings for Mass at the Upper Church at Cripta di San Sepolcro?

Yes, Mass is celebrated from Monday to Friday at 12:45 PM in the Upper Church.

Is the Cripta di San Sepolcro accessible during public holidays?

The Crypt follows its regular hours and is closed on Wednesdays. Public holiday closures are not specified, so check the Ambrosiana’s website before you go.

Can I visit the Cripta di San Sepolcro and Upper Church on weekends?

The Crypt is open on weekends, but the Upper Church is open to visitors on weekdays only.

Are there any seasonal closures for the Cripta di San Sepolcro?

Yes, the Upper Church closes for summer from July 4 to September 4. The Crypt remains open except on Wednesdays.

When is the last entry allowed to the Cripta di San Sepolcro?

Tickets can be bought until the ticket office closes at 5:15 PM. The Crypt itself closes at 6:00 PM, and it is closed on Wednesdays.