German painter Gerhard Richter once said, “Art is the highest form of hope.” Let’s welcome the new year by exploring Italy’s stunning art exhibits, hoping 2025 brings enriching experiences, authentic travels, and positivity!
The World of Banksy
Arena Flegrea Indoor, Naples, 11 October 2024 – 4 May 2025
Naples hosts “The World of Banksy”, an exhibition that takes you into the world of the most famous and controversial street artist in the world. Through large-scale reproductions of his most iconic works, the exhibition explores the themes of social justice, politics and mass culture that Banksy addresses with his unique style. Visit arenaflegrea.com for more.
Biennale Architettura
La Biennale di Venezia, Venice, 10 May – 23 November 2025
The 19th International Architecture Exhibition is curated by the architect and engineer Carlo Ratti. This prestigious event focuses on architectural innovations and discussions. The theme of the 2025 edition is: ‘Intelligens. Natural. Artificial. Collective.’ Visit labiennale.org for more.
Tim Burton’s Labyrinth
Palazzo Reale, Milan, 6 December 2024 – 2 March 2025
For lovers of cinema and fantasy, Palazzo Reale hosts an immersive exhibition dedicated to Tim Burton. “Tim Burton’s Labyrinth” offers a journey into the surreal and imaginative world of the director through interactive installations, sketches, and props that represent his unique and unmistakable universe. Visit palazzorealemilano.it for more.
Arte Fiera
Bologna Fiere, Bologna, 31 January – 2 February 2025
Italy’s longest-running modern and contemporary art fair returns to the Bologna exhibition centre, showcasing modern artworks from over 170 galleries. Visit artefiera.it for more.
Guido Guidi. Col tempo, 1956-2024
MAXXI, Rome, 13 December 2024 – 20 April 2025
This is the most complete exhibition made so far about Guido Guidi, the master of photography. There are seventy years of his career on display with 400 photographic prints, including unpublished works, and archive materials in display cases to better understand Guidi’s method and creative process. Visit maxxi.art for more.
GRASSO
GAM, Turin, 1 November 2024 – 16 March 2025
This is an unusual, out-of-the-box art exhibit. GAM (Galleria Civica d’Arte Moderna e Contemporanea) dedicates it to the first seven issues of the magazine created in 2016 by Giuseppe Gabellone and Diego Perrone. The magazines are enormous, measuring two by three meters, and each issue offers a fascinating mix of visuals and ideas that spark curiosity about editorial design. Visit gamtorino.it for more.
Intorno al 1925. Il Trionfo dell’Art Déco
Palazzo Reale, Milan, 25 February – 29 June 2025
A hundred years after its birth, the “1925 Style”, or Art Deco, is the protagonist of the contemporary scene at Palazzo Reale. To commemorate this anniversary, the exhibition presents extraordinary examples of Italian and European decorative arts, from glassworks to porcelain and majolica, from textiles to furniture and jewellery, as well as fine art pieces such as paintings, sculptures, drawings, and advertising posters. Visit palazzorealemilano.it for more.
Bonus: Dalí and Fashion
Palazzo Reale, Milan, Dates TBA
This immersive showcase will spotlight Dalí’s collaborations with designers and his impact on fashion through his iconic surrealist imagery. The exact dates still have to be announced.
Italy in 2025 will be a true paradise for art lovers, offering a rich selection of exhibitions ranging from art to photography, from design to fashion. These exhibitions represent a unique opportunity to explore the vast Italian cultural panorama, enriching travel with unforgettable artistic experiences.
Which of these art exhibits sparks your curiosity the most?
Did we miss any art events you would like to visit in Italy in 2025? Comment below!
