Palazzo Parisio
Baroque palace of 1733 in Naxxar with gilded state rooms, frescoes and privately owned Italianate gardens open to visitors.
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About the museum
Palazzo Parisio stands on Victory Square in Naxxar. It was built in 1733 and later decorated by Marquis Giuseppe Scicluna in 1898; it is sometimes called a miniature Versailles. The Parisio and Scicluna families shaped the house over the years.
The interiors include a gilded ballroom, frescoed salons, art-lined halls, antique furniture and a marble staircase. The walled Italianate gardens, with an orangery and a grotto, are the only privately owned gardens in Malta that are open to the public.
The palace also hosts a restaurant, afternoon tea and events. Groups can arrange visits outside the regular opening hours by appointment.
Highlights
- Gilded ballroom and frescoed salons
- Marble staircase and antique furniture
- Walled Italianate gardens with orangery and grotto
- Guided tours of the house and gardens
Permanent exhibition
- Historic rooms and gardens – State rooms with gilded ballroom, frescoes and marble staircase, and the walled Italianate gardens.
- Operated by
- Palazzo Parisio
Admission & discounts
Accessibility
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Kids & families
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Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
- Café
- Restaurant
- Museum shop
Caffé Luna serves light lunches and afternoon tea from 09:00 to 18:00; Luna Restaurant and a seasonal garden bar are on site.
Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
- Private parties
- Corporate events
- Weddings / ceremonies
Ballroom, gardens and in-house catering for weddings and events.
Inquiries & detailsPlan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Good to know | Guided tours of the house and gardens start on the hour from Monday to Friday until 13:00. |
