An icon of Trieste, it stands on the hill of the same name, offering magnificent views of the gulf and the hinterland. Since 1936, it has preserved history and fascinating collections, inviting everyone to discover it!
Commissioned by the Austrian emperors, the Castle took shape between 1468 and 1636, eventually becoming a mighty fortress. After major restoration work, in 1936 it was given new life as a civic museum.
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Opening days
1 February – 12 October
Every day13 October – 31 January
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Opening times
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1 February – 12 October
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
last entry 6:30 PM13 October – 31 January
Tuesday–Sunday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
last entry 4:30 PM
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Closing
Monday (from 13 October to 31 January)
December 25 and January 1.
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Extra Opening times
On all National Holidays and on the Patron Saint’s Day (November 3), even if these fall on a usual closing day.
- Web San Giusto Castle Museum – Armoury and Tergestine Lapidary
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Feature List
- Info line
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Accessibility
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Accessibility for people with disabilities
Viale della Rimembranza (access via elevator upon phone request at +39 040 30 93 62)
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SHORT VISIT ITINERARY
The Castle houses the Armoury Museum, with its rich collection of weapons, the magnificent Caprin Hall, rooms dedicated to the history of Trieste, and the Tergestine Lapidary, a remarkable archaeological collection on the Roman city. Temporary exhibitions are held in the rooms of the Fiorito Bastion.
NOT TO BE MISSED
Visit the Armoury and discover the evolution of European weapons from the Middle Ages to the 19th century. Learn about the history of Trieste between the Museum and the Round Bastion. Enjoy the 360° view along the ramparts. Admire the mosaics from the Roman villa of Barcola and the artifacts of the Lapidary. Be captivated by the exhibitions hosted at the Fiorito Bastion.
Services
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Audioguide
Three types of tours: classic audio guide (about 70’), immersive tours (various durations, max about 20’), children’s tour (about 20’).
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Didactics for schools
By reservation via email to edu@coopculture.it.
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Visits
available in Italian, English
By reservation via email to tour@coopculture.it.
Where
Piazza della Cattedrale 3, 34131, Trieste
Transportation
On foot:
From Trieste Centrale station or from the Rive, about 20 minutes. As an alternative to walking up the hill, you can take the free elevator inside the Park San Giusto parking lot next to the Roman Theatre. Please note: there are some intermediate steps and steps at the arrival point.
By bus:
From Trieste Centrale station, take line 24 – travel time about 15 minutes.
By car:
From Trieste Centrale station, about 10 minutes – parking is available near the Castle (limited availability of paid parking spaces).
