Casa Gourgion Museum Tickets

Booking tickets for the Casa Gourgion Museum invites you to explore the captivating heritage and secrets of the baron within the stunning setting of Mdina.

Reasons to Explore the Casa Gourgion Museum

Your visit to Casa Gourgion provides an entryway into the exquisite neo-Gothic architecture of this former 19th-century residence, once belonging to the illustrious Baron Giuseppe De Piro Gourgion. Renowned for his unique characteristics and significant role in Malta’s social and political arena, the baron’s presence is felt throughout the museum.

As you wander through the meticulously restored rooms, the original furnishings narrate the story of the baron's life. Many of these cherished possessions were collected during his journeys across Europe. Visit Pinu’s study, complete with an ancestral desk and a luxurious leather armchair. The reading room, featuring a traditional Maltese wooden balcony, offers delightful vistas of the central square in Mdina.

Further into the museum, you can view the baron’s bedroom and bathroom, adorned with a canopy bed and an ornate mirror, allowing you to envision his signature dandy appearance. The ground floor showcases the living rooms and dining room, spaces where formal gatherings and significant discussions were once held. Marvel at the silver cutlery and the gentle floral designs on the ceilings that reflect the Italian Stile Floreale style.

Don’t miss the basement, housing permanent exhibitions that delve into the history of Mdina and the contributions of architect Andrea Vassallo. Your journey concludes in the serene rear garden, where the stunning neo-Gothic façade can be appreciated in tranquility.

Visiting Hours

The Casa Gourgion Museum welcomes guests from Monday to Saturday, operating from 10 am until 5 pm. Remember that the final entry is at 4:30 pm.