What time does the museum close?
ah keh OH-rah KYOO-deh. 'Chiude' comes from chiudere (to close); the 'chi' is pronounced like 'key'.
Ask at the entrance, ticket desk, or any staff member. Useful when you arrive unsure of closing time or want to plan your visit.
A che ora means at what time. Chiude is the third-person singular present of chiudere (to close). This phrase works for any place — restaurants, shops, churches.
A che ora apre il museo domani?
What time does the museum open tomorrow?
Replace 'chiude' with 'apre' and add 'domani'.
È aperto anche il lunedì?
Is it open on Mondays too?
Many Italian museums close on Mondays.
Qual è l'ultimo ingresso?
What is the last entry time?
Last entry is often 30-60 minutes before closing.
Italian museums typically close one day a week, most commonly Monday. The Colosseum, Forum, and Palatine Hill are exceptions — they close only on Christmas Day and New Year's Day.