Picasso in Milan: The Fascinating Story of a Visionary Foreigner

Picasso in Milan – If you find yourself wandering around Milan, admiring the grandeur of the Duomo, you might not realize that just steps away, the Palazzo Reale is hosting a hidden gem: an exhibition that offers a fresh and daring take on Pablo Picasso.

Until February 2, 2025, the Palazzo Reale will be home to “Picasso, the Foreigner,” a show that goes far beyond the usual portrayals of an artist who has been the subject of endless debates and controversies.

Tickets for Picasso, the Foreigner at Palazzo Reale

Below, you’ll find details on how to reserve priority tickets for Picasso, the Foreigner at Palazzo Reale (Piazza del Duomo, 12) with links to purchase directly from the authorized seller:

Category	Price	Online Tickets
Adults / Full	€15.00	buy here
Ages 6-26, 65+	€13.00	buy here
Under 6 years	Free	–
Open (Flexible Date)	€17.00	buy here

The Palazzo Reale is not only conveniently located (just a short stroll from the Duomo), but it also offers flexible visiting hours, making it easy to fit the exhibition into any travel itinerary:

Hours:

• Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 AM – 7:30 PM, with extended hours on Thursdays until 10:30 PM.
• Closed Mondays

If you’re in Milan and looking for something beyond shopping and indulging in delicious food (which, of course, are hard to resist), this is the perfect opportunity to dive into a fresh perspective on an artist who, even after all these decades, continues to challenge and inspire.

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The Foreigner’s Struggle: Picasso in Milan

Pablo Picasso, the renowned Spanish artist, is widely celebrated for his revolutionary works, but few know that when he first arrived in Paris in 1900, he could barely speak French and faced the stigma of being an outsider.

This exhibition delves deep into that pivotal moment in his life, shedding light on the challenges and transformations he endured during his early years in the French capital.

Over 90 works, alongside documents, photographs, and videos, have been curated to illustrate this fascinating journey.

But don’t think of this as just another Picasso exhibition. The curators, Annie Cohen-Solal and Cécile Debray, have woven together art, politics, and pressing contemporary issues like immigration and identity, creating a narrative that speaks directly to our present day. Below, you’ll find a video in Italian that offers more insight into the exhibit.

Even if you’ve seen many Picasso works before, this exhibition promises a different experience—one that connects the past with today’s social issues in a provocative and engaging way.

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