The Civic Theatre Museum "Carlo Schmidl" is a living tribute to the theatre and music that have animated Trieste from the 18th century to the present day.
Among its costumes, scores, instruments, and stage memorabilia, every corner tells a story of emotions lived under the spotlight. Founded by Carlo Schmidl with his historical-musical collection, the museum was housed for decades at the Verdi Theatre and later at Palazzo Morpurgo. In 2006, it found its permanent home in Palazzo Gopcevich.
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Opening days
from Wednesday to Sunday
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Opening times
from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
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Closing
on Mondays and Tuesdays. It is also closed on December 25th and January 1st. On December 24th and December 31st, the museum closes early at 2:00 PM.
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Extra Opening times
The museum is open on all National Holidays and on the city's Patron Saint Day (November 3rd), even if they fall on a day it is normally closed.
- Web “Carlo Schmidl” Theatre Museum
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Feature List
- Info line
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Accessibility
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The site is accessible to disabled visitors. There is an elevator to access the upper floor. It is not large, but a wheelchair is available for use if the visitor's own wheelchair does not fit.
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Please note that there are no chairs or benches to sit on along the exhibition route.
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Info Reservation
Tickets
Full Price: €5.00Schools: €1.00
Reduced Price: €4.00
Applicable to children and teens aged 6 to 26, visitors over 65, organized groups of at least 10 people, City of Trieste employees (with ID), members of police forces and armed forces, FAI members, and members of the "Università Popolare di Trieste."
Free Admission:
Children under 6 years old, visitors with disabilities and their companions, companions of school groups and organized groups of more than 10 people.
Professional tour guides and nature guides (with valid license).
Interpreters (with professional ID card).
Members of cultural volunteer associations working within the cultural services of the City of Trieste.
Professional journalists and publicists (with professional ID card).
All visitors on pre-established free admission days.
Pre-sale Fee: €1.00
The Visit in Brief
The museum tour begins on the first floor, exploring the history of Trieste's theaters and great musical and theatrical performers, followed by an exhibition of musical instruments. The second floor features keyboard and mechanical instruments, along with a room dedicated to the personal world of Giorgio Strehler, filled with documents and memorabilia.
Not to Be Missed
Take a journey to discover a wide range of musical instruments, both European and non-European, including mechanical ones.
Visit the reconstruction of luthier Francesco Zapelli’s workshop.
Explore the archive and library of Giorgio Strehler, filled with fragments of art and life waiting to be discovered.
Services
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Audioguide
Web app or download: €3.50
available in Italian, English
Additional Info
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Audio Guides: Whisper systems are mandatory for schools and guided groups and can be purchased at the ticket office.
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Pets: Dogs are allowed inside the museum if they are carried or in a carrier.
Where
Via Gioacchino Rossini, 4, 34121 Trieste
Transportation
On Foot:
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About a 5-minute walk from Piazza dell'Unità d'Italia.
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About a 10-minute walk from Trieste Centrale station.
By Bus:
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Lines 5, 8, 17, 24, 28, 30: Get off at the Via Roma 18 (Ponte Rosso) stop.
By Car:
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A 5-minute drive from Trieste Centrale station.
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There is limited paid parking available nearby.
