Milan Attractions
Orto Botanico di Brera © G.dallorto
Orto Botanico di Brera
The Orto Botanico di Brera is a botanical garden located behind
the Pinacoteca di Brera in the centre of Milan, and is operated by
the Istituto di Fisica Generale Applicata of the University of
Milan. The garden was established in 1774 under the direction of
Maria Theresa of Austria, transforming an existing Jesuit garden to
be used by students of medicine and pharmacology. The garden has
greenhouses from the 19th century that are now used by the Academy
of Fine Arts, as well as flowerbeds and elliptical ponds from the
18th century. Orto Botanico di Brera is home to one of the oldest
Ginkgo biloba trees in Europe and various other mature flora
specimens can be found within the grounds; a true plant lover's
paradise.
Address: Brera Palace, Via Brera;
Opening time: Weekdays;
Admission: Free
