The Miramare Castle and its extensive park embody the dream of Archduke Maximilian of Habsburg. The residence, built in Istrian stone between 1856 and 1860, stands on a promontory overlooking the sea.
The lush park surrounding Miramare Castle, home to a prestigious historical museum, covers 22 hectares. Within the park, you can also find the Castelletto and the Stables, which host temporary exhibitions.
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Opening days
From Monday to Sunday
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Opening times
Miramare Castle and Museum
Monday to Sunday, from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Last entry at 6:30 PMPark
January: from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
February: from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
March: from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
April > September: from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
October 1st > October 14th: from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
October 15th > October 31st: from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
November and December: from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PMStables
Monday to Sunday,
10:00 to 18:00
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Closing
The Castle will be closed from January 27 to 31 for system upgrades.
The Park, the Stables with the Naturae exhibition, and the Castelletto will remain open. Visits to special locations will also be available. -
Extra Opening times
January 1, 2025 from 10:00 to 18:00 (the Park closes at 16:00).
- Web Museo Storico e Parco del Castello di Miramare
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Feature List
- Info line
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Accessibility
- Disabled Access Site: there is an elevator to go up to the upper floor, not big but they have a wheelchair that can be used if the visitor's does not fit.
- There are no chairs or benches to sit on along the tour path
The museum allows visitors on the ground floor to explore the private quarters and, on the first floor, provides access to the representative rooms. A separate route leads to the ancient kitchens.
The park is a natural and artificial complex envisioned by the Archduke. Within its grounds, you'll find the Castelletto, designated for special visits and an external bookshop for park visitors, the historic greenhouses (currently under restoration), the new greenhouses dedicated to educational activities and the Orangery, the Ducal Bath, and the Terrace of Cannons. Additionally, the Stables serve as a venue for temporary exhibitions.
Services
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Visits
for individuals and families with a fixed departure calendar
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Didactics for schools
Reservation for schools:
available in Italian, English
from Monday to Friday, from 9.00 to 17.00: 040 9892028 / 0639967200
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Visits
Reservations for Groups
from Monday to Friday, from 9.00 to 17.00: 040 9892028 / 0639967450
[email protected]
Additional Info
- Whispers required for guided groups
- Dogs allowed inside the Castle if carried or in a carrier
Where
Viale Miramare 34151 Trieste (TS)
Transportation
Train: Disembark at Trieste Centrale or Trieste Miramare station, then take a taxi or bus.
Bus: Exit Trieste station onto Viale Miramare, and take bus lines no. 6 or no. 36 towards MIRAMARE-GRIGNANO.
From Slovenia: From Sesana-Fernetti border, head towards Opicina, follow signs to Trieste and Miramare (9.5 km). From Skofie-Rabuiese border, head towards Aquilinia, follow signs to Trieste and Miramare (16 km).
Car: Take A4 highway towards Trieste, exit at Monfalcone Est - "Lisert," follow signs to Sistiana, then take SR14 (coastal road) and turn right at the "Grignano Mare" or "Castello di Miramare" signs.
On foot: From the port, entrance to the park in Grignano is 5 minutes; from Miramare train station, it's a 15-minute walk via Via Beirut.
