Duration: Flexible
What you get
- Gain entry to the magnificent Miramare Castle.
- Explore the beautiful seashore park surrounding Miramare Castle.
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Perched on a rocky cliff overlooking the Adriatic Sea, Miramare Castle is a neo-Gothic gem built by Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian of the Habsburgs as his dream home.
Inside, discover unique features like a ship-inspired bedroom, exotic salons, and a red silk-lined throne room. Explore its rich imperial history with tailored ticket options.
While traveling through Trieste, Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian was so captivated by the beauty of the Adriatic that he decided to build his dream castle here. This residence became his and Queen Charlotte’s retreat—until fate took a dramatic turn. After just four years, Maximilian was tragically executed in Mexico in 1867, leaving behind a love story woven into Miramare’s walls.
Spread across 54 acres, Maximilian’s lush gardens are like a living scrapbook of his travels, filled with exotic plants from around the world. Designed with both Italian and English landscaping styles, these grounds feature daffodils, ponds, and charming gazebos—perfect spots for a quiet stroll or a photo op.
The castle’s interior is remarkably preserved, allowing visitors a glimpse into the lives of its royal residents. Don’t miss the elegant Throne Room or the ‘Maximilian Room,’ styled like a ship’s cabin and complete with the original furnishings that once belonged to the couple.
Maximilian knew how to pick a view! From the castle’s many terraces and colonnades, you’ll have a front-row seat to the Gulf of Trieste, with waves rolling out as far as the eye can see. Stand here and feel as if you’re on the bow of a majestic ship, taking command of the endless blue.
The castle is flanked by 54 acres of lush gardens which are free to enter. Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian and Carl Junker, an Austrian architect, transformed the space into a wonderland featuring exotic plants that were not native to Trieste.
Post restoration, the little tower is once again open to the public during special events and important dates. Located inside is a valuable clock of Viennese make.
A symbol of regal elegance, this grand hall is filled with rich tapestries, chandeliers, and original furniture. The decor reflects Maximilian’s imperial ambitions and his taste for opulence.
These rooms are filled with intimate details, showcasing Queen Charlotte’s refined tastes and the couple’s affection for each other. You’ll find portraits, keepsakes, and personal belongings that make these rooms feel like a true royal residence.
Located in the basement and overlooking the portico, the kitchen is now open for viewing after restoration efforts.
There are two greenhouses: old and new. They were originally used for botanical experiments. While the old greenhouses are under renovation, the new one contains the orangery and the upcoming educational room.
While the main castle was still under construction, Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian and his wife Queen Charlotte temporarily lived in the Castelletto, which was a miniature version of the castle.
This was the changing booth of Duke Anadeo of Aosta. It offers pleasing views of both the sea and the castle.
The garden is free all year round! So you only have to purchase tickets for the castle.
Entry to Miramare Castle is free for all on the first Sunday of each month. EU and non-EU minors, people with disabilities and their companions, teachers, scholars and students, journalists, tour guides and interpreters, members of ICOM, etc. have free entry.
Standard entry tickets cannot be canceled or rescheduled. But if you’ve opted for the private guided tour, you can cancel up to 24 hours prior and get a full refund.
A private guided tour would be ideal, as it’s limited to a small group of up to 10 people, allowing for a more intimate experience.
No, guided tours are available in English, Italian, German, and Slovak.
Guides typically cover the castle's rich history, its architectural highlights, the life of Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian and his wife Charlotte, and details about the castle’s art and decor.
No, the standard entry ticket only covers access to Miramare Castle and its gardens. If you'd like to explore more of Trieste, consider a hop-on-hop-off bus tour for convenient access to other sights around the city.
Explore the Neo-Gothic Miramare Castle and its vast seaside park with an audio guide.
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A great way to see Trieste in a short period of time. Also happy to have booked the tickets to see Miramare castle beforehand because the queue to buy tickets there was humongous. You may want to tell future visitors to the castle that if they've tickets in hand to skip the line and go straight to the entrance! Overall, happy to have found you on the internet!!! Would book with you again.
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Te bus was late for half an hour. The guide didn't arrange the waiting line properly, so people were rush altogether when the bus approching. What a mess! The guide didn't use the microphone, people sit on the back were unable to hear what she said.
There was no AC. It SAID ac. Small vents that blow horse smelling recycled air is not AC. Someone kept too g that down. People kept asking to turn up the ac and the air would flow a little harder doe a bit then slowly go back to hardly a dribble. It smelled so bad on the bus! No windows to open. Rough stop and go to the point some people were jerked out of their seers to the floor and walk way. Much more than normal. I would not do this again. The audio was confusing because it would say sow thing about a building or statue and there WOULD BE NO BUILDING OR STATUE. The whole thing was off and confusing. The bus was packed and people could not sit next to their partners or friends.
Nothing. Hop on hop off not possible. Much too long waiting times. City tour with a bus. Well then. We certainly won't do it again.
Poor or misleading departure location directions; instead, I sincerely thank the staff for their utmost understanding after the vicissitudes we had...
Explore Trieste, the city with a thousand faces, using a 24-hour hop-on-hop-off pass on a comfortable AC bus.
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24-hour hop-on hop-off pass
Audio guide in English, German, Italian, and Spanish
Earphones
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USB charger
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Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points. You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Monday to Thursday
Friday to Sunday
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
