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This guide covers what to know before visiting Teatro alla Scala, whether you are going to a performance or touring the museum.

Good to know before your visit to Teatro La Scala

Facilities at Teatro La Scala

- Subtitle screens show the libretto in Italian and English, and the free Libretto Scala app offers the same text on your phone. Not every seat has a screen.

- Free cloakrooms serve the stalls and galleries, and each box has its own private cloakroom.

- During intermissions, bars in the foyers serve drinks and sandwiches.

Teatro La Scala: Visitor Guidelines

Dress Code: Guests must dress in keeping with the decorum of the theater. Shorts and sleeveless T-shirts are not allowed in the auditorium, and tickets are not refunded in that case.

Punctuality: Performances begin promptly, and La Scala advises arriving at least 20 minutes early. Latecomers with stalls or gallery seats wait until the interval, while box ticket holders may enter after the start.

Prohibited Electronics: Mobile phones, cameras and audio or video recording devices may not be used in the auditorium, and photography is not allowed in the theater.

Cloakroom: Umbrellas, large bags, cameras and coats must be left at the free cloakroom. The stalls and galleries have staffed cloakrooms, and each box has its own.

Respectful Conduct: Audience members must stay quiet during the performance. Food and drinks are allowed only in the foyers and bars, not in the auditorium, boxes or galleries.

La Scala Theater: Guided tour of the Theater and Museum

Highlights

Explore the historic Teatro alla Scala opera house.

Gain a deeper understanding through an engaging live guide.

Visit the museum featuring costumes, instruments, and artistic memorabilia.

Enjoy exclusive access to the stage area.

Hear stories of legendary composers and performances.

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Milan Cathedral, Last Supper, and La Scala: Admission + City Tour

Highlights

Discover Milan’s iconic landmarks such as the Gothic Duomo and the historic Castello Sforzesco.

Explore the elegant Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, a central meeting place filled with shops and cafés.

Access Teatro alla Scala’s theater and museum, learning about its rich opera history.

View Leonardo Da Vinci’s renowned artwork, The Last Supper, inside the Santa Maria delle Grazie church.

Enjoy comfortable transportation aboard an air-conditioned coach during the tour.

Teatro La Scala: Location

Teatro alla Scala stands on Piazza della Scala, directly opposite Palazzo Marino, Milan's City Hall. Its postal address is Via Filodrammatici, 2, 20121 Milan, Italy. The main entrance is on the square, while the museum, the box office and the gallery entrance are at Largo Ghiringhelli 1. The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is a short walk away and leads to the Duomo di Milano.

Teatro La Scala: Opening Hours

The box office and the museum keep separate hours.

The Box Office:

  • Monday to Saturday: 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Performance Evenings: The box office opens 2 hours before the start and stays open after the show begins, for tickets to that evening's performance only. For Filarmonica della Scala concerts it opens 1 hour before.

Teatro La Scala Museum:

  • Daily: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM (Last admission at 5:00 PM)
  • Special Holiday Hours (Dec 24 & 31): 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM (Last admission at 2:30 PM)

Museum Closures: January 1 (New Year's Day), Easter, May 1 (Labor Day), August 15 (Ferragosto), December 7 (Saint Ambrose's Day), December 25 & 26.

Frequently Asked Questions About Visiting Teatro La Scala

Can I see the inside of the theater without attending a performance?

Yes. Museum admission includes a view of the auditorium from the third-tier boxes, as long as no rehearsal, performance or public event is taking place. The museum website lists the time slots when the hall is visible.

What is the dress code for an opera or ballet?

La Scala asks guests to dress in keeping with the decorum of the theater. Shorts and sleeveless T-shirts are not allowed in the auditorium, and tickets are not refunded in that case.

When should I arrive for a performance?

La Scala advises arriving at least 20 minutes before curtain-up. Performances begin promptly, and the start time is printed on your ticket.

What happens if I am late for the start of the show?

Ticket holders for the stalls and galleries wait until the interval before taking their seats, while box ticket holders may enter after the start. Monitors in the foyer show the performance in the meantime.

Are children allowed to attend performances at La Scala?

Children aged 4 and over are admitted to performances. The "Great Performances for Children" shows are open to all ages, and every child needs a ticket.

Is photography permitted during the performance?

No. Photography and audio or video recording are not allowed in the theater, and phones and cameras may not be used in the auditorium.

Are there cloakroom facilities available?

Yes. The cloakrooms are free, and umbrellas, large bags, cameras and coats must be left there. The stalls and galleries have staffed cloakrooms, and each box has its own.

How long does a typical visit to the Museum take?

Most visitors spend about 45 to 60 minutes in the museum, including the view of the auditorium from the boxes. A guided tour of the theater lasts about 60 minutes.

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