Miramare Castle

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About This Museum

You'd never guess a castle this stunning was built for an archduke who never got to live in it. Perched right on the Gulf of Trieste, its brilliant white stones seem to grow straight out of the sea. Inside, you walk through rooms frozen in the 19th century, from Maximilian’s lavish bedroom lined with rich wood to a throne room that feels more like a personal library. Then you step outside into sprawling gardens, a lush paradise of rare plants and winding paths that deliver the most breathtaking coastal views.

Collection Highlights

The private apartments feel eerily untouched, especially the Archduke's neoclassical bedchamber and the room dedicated to his wife, Charlotte. Don't miss the stunning throne room and the collection of Asian art they gathered from their travels.

Visitor Information

It's just a quick trip from Trieste's city center—grab a local bus or even enjoy a lovely seaside walk to get there. The park is free to wander, but you'll need a ticket to go inside the castle itself.

Architecture & Building

A romantic, gleaming white castle that blends medieval elements with Gothic and Renaissance touches, looking as if it was dreamed up for a fairytale.

Contact & Location

Address: Viale Miramare, Barcola / Barkovlje, Roiano-Gretta-Barcola-Cologna-Scorcola, Contovello / Kontovel, Trieste, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, 34151, Italia

Phone: +39 040 224143

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