{"id":7428,"date":"2022-06-03T13:09:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-03T12:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/la-scala-in-milan-our-tips-for-your-visit\/"},"modified":"2026-09-15T09:55:41","modified_gmt":"2026-09-15T07:55:41","slug":"la-scala-theater-milan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/la-scala-theater-milan\/","title":{"rendered":"La Scala in Milan: our tips for your visit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A visit to La Scala in Milan<\/strong> offers the chance to discover one of the world\u2019s most famous opera houses. Opened in 1778, the Teatro alla Scala hosts operas, ballets, and concerts in the heart of the historic center. <\/p>\n\n

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Its horseshoe-shaped auditorium now seats just over 2,000 people<\/strong>. The red seats, the gilded trim, and the rows of boxes are what make this place so magical. <\/p>\n\n

In this article, we’ve compiled useful information to help you decide between a museum ticket<\/strong> and a guided tour of the theater<\/strong>, as well as to help you plan your visit: prices, hours, directions, and practical tips.<\/p>\n\n

Practical information<\/div>

Everything you need to know to plan your visit.<\/p>

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Address and access<\/div><\/div>
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Address:<\/strong> Largo Ghiringhelli 1, Piazza della Scala, 20121 Milan. The theater\u2019s main entrance is on Piazza della Scala; the museum entrance and ticket office are on Largo Ghiringhelli. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directions:<\/strong> Take the M1 or M3 subway to the Duomo station, then walk about 5 minutes through the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Take tram 1; get off near Piazza della Scala. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/article>\n\n\n\n

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Tickets and Tours<\/div><\/div>
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We’ve selected three options in French for visiting La Scala, ranging from a self-guided tour to the most comprehensive guided tour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. The museum admission ticket<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

This is the most affordable way to explore La Scala at your own pace. The ticket includes admission to the museum and the audio guide app in French. You can freely explore the collections of costumes, instruments, portraits, and memorabilia related to the great figures of opera, with a view of the auditorium from the boxes when the theater\u2019s schedule permits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Book a museum ticket<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

2. The guided tour of the theater and museum<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

This guided tour, lasting about an hour, combines theater and museum. A French-speaking guide recounts the history of La Scala, its artists, and its iconic performances, while drawing your attention to the most interesting sets and artifacts. It\u2019s a great way to get in-depth explanations without having to spend half a day on the tour. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Book the guided tour<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

3. Our recommendation: the skip-the-line guided tour ❤️<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

This is the tour we recommend to help you fully enjoy La Scala. For about an hour, a French-speaking guide brings the theater\u2019s history to life, explains its architecture, and shares anecdotes that make the place come alive. Admission tickets and skip-the-line access are included for a seamless tour of the theater and museum. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Book our recommended tour<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Quelle formule choisir ?<\/p>

Les diff\u00e9rentes options en un coup d\u2019\u0153il.<\/p>

Visite libre<\/span>

Billet du mus\u00e9e<\/p>

La formule la plus accessible<\/p>