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Miramare Castle Entry Tickets with Audio Guide

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Access the Gothic Miramare Castle, set by the sea near Trieste, with its lush gardens.

4.5/5(132)

Rafael Z

Group

Verified booking

5 days ago

We had a great time enjoying the gardens and history of the palace we took some great pictures and also there's a swimming place clos by and the coffee shop down the street we had a super delicious expresso

Visit a 19th-century clifftop castle built by Archduke Maximilian, overlooking the Gulf of Trieste.

Explore grand interiors like the red-silk throne room and Orientalist salons with an immersive audio guide.

Discover the castle’s museum, packed with exhibits on Habsburg history and aristocratic life.

Wander through landscaped gardens offering panoramic views of the Adriatic Sea.

Fun fact: Archduke Maximilian built Miramare Castle for his wife, Charlotte. After his death, rumors claimed that anyone who slept there was cursed to die young.

Entrance to Miramare Castle

Audio Guide

Guided tour

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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Rafael Z
Group
Verified booking
5 days ago
We had a great time enjoying the gardens and history of the palace we took some great pictures and also there's a swimming place clos by and the coffee shop down the street we had a super delicious expresso
Alberto B
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Tickets purchased online—the audio guide on your phone is quick and super convenient, with no need for additional devices. Immediate entry to the castle—great.
Vittorio B
Couple
Verified booking
Jun 2026
It was easy to buy, but make sure to listen to the audio guide first because I couldn't listen to it later....terrible service
Herwig S
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
A simple process for purchasing tickets.
Domenico B
Couple
Verified booking
Jun 2026
The staff is welcoming and friendly.

Step into the timeless elegance of Miramare Castle, a Habsburg retreat built between 1856 and 1860 for Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian and his wife, Charlotte. As you explore the graceful white castle overlooking the Gulf of Trieste, the 54-acre park surrounding it unfolds like a living collection of the archduke’s travels as an admiral, with exotic plants and scenic pathways.

Inside, wander through over 20 lavish rooms, from Maximilian’s Chambers to Charlotte’s Music Room, each steeped in 19th-century charm. The Gothic, Medieval, and Renaissance architectural styles blend seamlessly, with intricate furnishings capturing the era. Outside, the park invites you to explore restored stables, delicate greenhouses, and the enchanting ‘Castelletto’—a cozy castle-within-a-castle that retains touches of Austrian heritage.

What to bring

Bring cash with you, as there’s a souvenir shop inside the museum and a coffee shop in the garden.

What's not allowed

Large backpacks, bags, and umbrellas must be stored in the museum cloakroom.

Accessibility

Wheelchairs can be requested as needed.

An elevator is available for visitors with mobility challenges to access the upper floor.

Please note that benches are not located along the tour path.

Additional information

The first Sunday of each month is free for all visitors.

Dogs are allowed inside the castle if they wear a muzzle or are carried or in a carrier.

You can't take photos inside the castle.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Please arrive at the attraction 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID at the attraction.

Ticket redemption point

Show your ticket at the parking lot of Miramare Castle.

Address: V.le Miramare, 34151 Trieste TS, Italy.

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