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Plan Your Visit to Cripta di San Sepolcro - Visitor Info & Tips

This guide covers what to know before you visit the Cripta di San Sepolcro, a medieval underground church in the heart of Milan: tickets, visitor rules, opening hours and what is nearby.

Cripta di San Sepolcro: Ticket Information

Purchasing Tickets: Tickets for the crypt and combined options are available online, and you can also buy them at the ticket office. Booking ahead is recommended, since it lets you skip the line at the ticket office. Groups of 15 or more must reserve in advance, with a maximum of 25 people per group.

Ticket Types and Pricing:
Crypt Only: At the official box office the full price is €8, with reduced tickets from €2.50. Children aged 6 to 14 pay a reduced fare, and children up to 5 enter free.
Combination Ticket (Crypt + Pinacoteca Ambrosiana): Gives access to both the crypt and the Pinacoteca. At the box office the full price is €20, with reduced tickets from €5.

Cripta di San Sepolcro: Location

Cripta di San Sepolcro (Google Maps)

The Cripta di San Sepolcro is on Piazza San Sepolcro in the historic center of Milan, a short walk from the Duomo. The crypt entrance is on the piazza, at the corner of Via dell’Ambrosiana, right beside the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana.

The Ambrosiana complex, which includes the Pinacoteca and the Biblioteca, stands on nearby Piazza Pio XI. The Duomo, the Duomo Archaeological Area and the Museo del Novecento are all within walking distance.

Cripta di San Sepolcro: Visitor Guidelines

Respectful Behavior: The crypt is a historic place of worship. Please keep your voice low, set your phone to silent and avoid phone calls inside the exhibition spaces.

Accessibility: The crypt is not accessible to wheelchair users or visitors with reduced mobility, because of steep stairs and uneven flooring. Visitors with disabilities and their companion enter free of charge.

Photography: Photos with a phone or tablet are allowed for personal use, without flash, tripods, monopods or selfie sticks. Professional photography or filming needs written authorization in advance.

Food and Drink: Food and drinks are not allowed, and bringing liquids inside is prohibited.

Dress Code: Clothing suitable for a museum and a religious site is required. Low, comfortable shoes are recommended because of the uneven floor in the crypt.

Cripta di San Sepolcro: Opening Hours

Cripta di San Sepolcro (Google Maps)

The Cripta di San Sepolcro includes the underground crypt and the upper church, which follow different schedules.

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

Upper Church Opening Hours:
- Open to worshippers and visitors Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- The upper church is closed for the summer, from July 4 to September 4.
- Visits are only possible when no religious ceremony is taking place.
- Mass is held in the upper church Monday to Friday at 12:45 PM.

Additional Information:
- There is no restaurant within the Cripta di San Sepolcro complex.
- The crypt is managed by the Veneranda Biblioteca Ambrosiana, whose Pinacoteca is next door.
- To see the upper church as well, visit on a weekday outside the summer closure and outside Mass time.
- Guided tours and lantern-lit evening visits run on selected dates through partner tour operators, so their schedule differs from the regular opening hours.

Good to Know Before Your Visit To The Cripta di San Sepolcro

Cripta di San Sepolcro (Google Maps)

Facilities Provided at Cripta di San Sepolcro

The Cripta di San Sepolcro combines religious history with remarkable art, but it has few visitor amenities of its own.

- The crypt has no café or gift shop. The Pinacoteca Ambrosiana next door has a bookshop and a free cloakroom for bulky bags and backpacks.

- Inside, the atmosphere is quiet and contemplative, with restored frescoes and the paving stones of the Roman forum underfoot.

- Guided tours and lantern-lit evening visits are offered on selected dates through partner organizations.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions About Visiting Cripta di San Sepolcro

Is Cripta di San Sepolcro accessible for visitors with disabilities?

No, the crypt is not accessible to wheelchair users or visitors with reduced mobility. Visitors with disabilities and their companion enter free of charge.

When is Cripta di San Sepolcro open to visitors?

The crypt is open Monday to Sunday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, except Wednesdays, when it is closed. The upper church is open Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, but closed from July 4 to September 4.

Can I buy tickets online for Cripta di San Sepolcro?

Yes. Tickets for the crypt, and combined tickets with the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, can be booked online in advance.

Is there a reduced price for tickets to Cripta di San Sepolcro?

Yes. Reduced tickets are available for visitors under 18, university students, over-65s, children aged 6 to 14, and holders of cards such as MilanoCard, Touring Club and FAI.

Are group bookings required to visit Cripta di San Sepolcro?

Yes, for groups of 15 or more. They must book in advance, with a maximum of 25 people per group.

Can I visit the upper church at Cripta di San Sepolcro on weekends?

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

Are children admitted for free at Cripta di San Sepolcro?

Children up to 5 enter free, and those aged 6 to 14 pay a reduced fare. Visitors under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.

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