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Miramare Castle Entry Tickets with Audio Guide

Visitor photographing Miramare Castle in Trieste during a private guided tour.

Miramare Castle staircase with ornate woodwork and chandeliers leading to the upper floor.

Miramare Castle Throne Room with chandelier and red furnishings in Trieste, Italy.

Miramare Castle bedroom with ornate bed and historical furnishings in Trieste, Italy.

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

4.5/5(114)

Blandino G

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

It was a wonderful day, thanks to how quickly they helped me when I showed my reservation. A very kind young woman didn’t even make me wait in line, even though the line was really long at the time. So I’ll definitely use this great booking service again.

Aurora C

Family

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Last week

A complete immersion in nature within the garden surrounding the Sforza complex overlooking the sea. An unforgettable experience that allows you to visit one of Italy’s most beautiful and fascinating castles.

Beck K

Couple

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May 2026

An indeed impressive building, located in a very beautiful area along the coast, with rich, interesting and amazing history of the former Austrian monarchy. Keeping the original interior and the very informative information (via headset) gives this place a unique feel.

Linda H

Group

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3 weeks ago

We thoroughly enjoyed visiting the castle , the view and gardens. A great 4 hours was spent.We enjoyed the cafe for a light snack, Aperol and caffe.

Isidora J

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

The castle was great, we enjoyed the tour and the view. the only problem was that when you buy tickets online it says you have audio guide, but once you are there at the castle, you need to pay extra for it

Bini M

Couple

Verified booking

Apr 2026

The staff is not only qualified but, above all, friendly! I don’t travel very often, but when I meet such kind people, it makes me want to travel again! I highly recommend it

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

Transfers

Current exhibitions

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Blandino G
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
It was a wonderful day, thanks to how quickly they helped me when I showed my reservation. A very kind young woman didn’t even make me wait in line, even though the line was really long at the time. So I’ll definitely use this great booking service again.
Aurora C
Family
Verified booking
Last week
A complete immersion in nature within the garden surrounding the Sforza complex overlooking the sea. An unforgettable experience that allows you to visit one of Italy’s most beautiful and fascinating castles.
Vittorio B
Couple
Verified booking
Yesterday
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
Giorgio M
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The audio guide provides very detailed explanations of the various rooms
Domenico B
Couple
Verified booking
Yesterday
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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