Official Information
Official website: https://www.visitconegliano.it
Official tickets: On site only
Address: Piazzale San Leonardo 8, 31015 Conegliano TV, Italy
View on Google Maps: Castello di Conegliano
Opening Hours
In recent years the Civic Museum inside Conegliano Castle has generally operated most days of the week with a split schedule. Typical hours are Monday 10:00–14:00, Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons, and Thursday to Sunday 10:00–13:00 and 14:00–18:00. Some seasonal extensions may occur. Visitors should always check the official tourism website for updated opening times and any temporary closures or changes in schedule.
The medieval castle of Conegliano is perched atop the Colle di Giano, the hill that rises above the town and acts as a striking vantage point over the UNESCO-listed Prosecco hills. The structure that survives today is primarily the tower—also known as the Torre della Guardia or Campana—which serves as the seat of the Civic Museum. The approach to the castle, whether by road, footpath through the park, or both, is part of the overall experience, providing wide views over the town, medieval rooftops, vineyards and the surrounding hills.
Inside the tower, the Civic Museum offers several compact floors of displays that include local archaeological finds, fragments of frescoes and architecture from lost churches, paintings by Conegliano artists, and a range of objects that illustrate the history of the town. Special focus is given to Cima da Conegliano and other Renaissance figures connected to the city, as well as to civic documents spanning the medieval, Renaissance and Venetian eras. The authentic fortified setting—with its thick walls, spiral staircases and slit windows—enhances the historical atmosphere and provides a tangible connection to the town’s past defensive role. At the summit, a panoramic terrace offers breathtaking views in every direction: over the historic city, the rolling vineyards, and towards the Alps. Interpretive panels are present inside, though they may be primarily in Italian.
Tickets are sold directly at the museum entrance and there is currently no official option for online or advance purchase, making for a low-key and informal experience. The official Conegliano tourism portal provides updates on opening hours, admission fees, and occasional events or collaborative initiatives with other local cultural sites. A visit to Conegliano Castle pairs well with time spent in the town’s historic centre along Via XX Settembre or an excursion on nearby Prosecco wine roads, making for a relaxed half-day itinerary in the heart of the Veneto region.