A witness to Trieste’s seafaring tradition! Discover the inseparable bond between Trieste and its vital element, the evolution of navigation instruments, and the economy of the sea.
Founded in 1888, the Society of Fishing and Fish Farming gave rise to the Museum, which today takes visitors on a fascinating journey through the maritime history of Trieste.
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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
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Closed on Monday and Tuesday,
December 25 and January 1.On December 24 and 31, closing time is at 2:00 PM.
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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 Trieste Sea Museum
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Feature List
- Info line
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Accessibility
Site accessible to people with disabilities: there is an elevator to reach the upper floor, not very large, but a wheelchair is available for use if the visitor’s own does not fit.
There are no chairs or benches to sit on along the visit route.
SHORT VISIT ITINERARY
At the Museum you will find ship models of various sizes, dioramas, and steam engines. You’ll also discover scientific instruments, cartography, and technical drawings. Explore the sections on explorations and the great shipping companies.
NOT TO BE MISSED
Don’t miss the sections dedicated to fishing and Guglielmo Marconi. Explore the contents of the maritime chests. Admire the magnificent “white ships” of legendary companies such as Lloyd and Cosulich. Also of great interest are the laboratory and the specialized library.
Services
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Didactics for schools
By reservation via email to edu@coopculture.it.
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Visits
By reservation via email to tour@coopculture.it.
available in Italian, English
Additional Info
Whispers are mandatory for schools and guided groups (available for purchase at the ticket office).
Dogs are allowed inside the Castle if carried in arms or in a pet carrier.
Where
Magazzino 26, Porto Vecchio, 34135, Trieste
Transportation
On foot:
About 25 minutes from Trieste Centrale station.
By bus:
Line 6 or 36; for other lines, check the Trieste Trasporti website.
By car:
5 minutes from Trieste Centrale station. Paid parking available nearby (Park Bovedo).
