Castello di Donnafugata

A great experience! I recommend this castle. For a small fee, you are busy for at least 3 hours. A very interesting & informative costume display, a big tour inside the castle rooms with very detailed info panels that guide you and a very nice and big garden to wander in. The garden especially is very attractive and entertaining. Access is given even to the labyrinth of the castle. I hope they will start working on upkeeping/restoring the rooms in the castle to prevent more decay, it would be a pity otherwise.

So interesting history and so many things to do there. It was definitely one of the highlights for our trip. You pay only 4€ to go inside the castle and another 3€ to go at the gardens and higher at the tower. For me it's a must visit place!

A visit to Castello di Donnafugata in Ragusa is truly a magical experience. I highly recommend purchasing the full package, as it allows you to enjoy every part of this unique site. The Costume Hall is a real highlight, showcasing a fascinating collection of costumes from different eras – a journey through history brought to life with elegance and detail. The castle itself is beautifully preserved, giving you a glimpse into its grandeur and the stories hidden within its walls. Stepping outside, the gardens are simply outstanding. Take your time to explore the lush greenery, the charming pathways, and the grand terrace, which offers magnificent views of the surrounding countryside. A must-try activity is the labyrinth in the garden – fun, a little mysterious, and perfect for both adults and children. From history and culture to nature and play, Castello di Donnafugata offers it all. A place where the past meets beauty, making it an unforgettable stop in Ragusa. 🌿🏰✨

Absolute must see. Beautiful costume museum and 29 well furnished rooms to get a sense how Sicilian nobles lived. Charming garden with a labyrinth.

A fantastic Castello of history and also the Meseo of Costumes was such a great insite to what was worn dating back many hundreds of years. Very original furniture which was a pleasure to see first hand. The massive gardens that surrounded the Castello was great too

Very good experience; castle is nice outside, rooms inside are very well preserved….it seems a little royal palace. Each room has a description. Garden is pleasant, it is not huge but you can spend time outside and enjoy…also the labyrinth.

Wonderful place where you can easily spend the whole day, especially if you have kids. Both the neo-gothical castle and the surrounding areas offer various activities and things to see and learn. Part of the ground floor of the castle is dedicated to a fashion exposition that has many original historic garments and dresses on display. Its well worth visiting if only from the historical perspective. The self-guided tour of the castle itself will take you through many different rooms containing various pieces of vintage furniture and decorations. Some of the rooms are nicely restored, but some are in dire need of maintenance. Afterwards, we were directed to visit the vast castle gardens, which are beautiful and well maintained and feature interesting structures, like the intricate labyrinth. In addition, a small cafe/souvenir shop is located directly in the castle, while a couple of restaurants and a gelateria can be found just at the entrance to the castle. However, we didn't visit either of them. There is also a small cattle farm and even a tiny playground behind the restaurants. If arriving by car, you can park for free on the access road, but you stand a better chance to park on the paid parking for €2.50/day per vehicle. Overall, we enjoyed the visit to the Donnafugata cadtle and definitely recommend this place if you are in the area.

Spent over 3-hours exploring. The castle and garden grounds were very organized. Inside was amazing with historical information and items. I enjoyed reading about the Baron and how he would joke around. Many structures, indoor features and items were placed or constructed because of his sense of humor. It was fantastic.

Despite the most awful downpour, visiting and going thru a one hour tour of the castle was worth it. The initial tour of the castle comprised of a display of the outfits of the Italian nobility from the 1500s to the early 20th century. Very very interesting. We ty en proceeded thru a tour of the castles rooms. It was ok. I'm sure I would have enjoyed it more if my clothes weren't soak and the castle wasn't so drafty. It was then followed by a tour of the extensive garden grounds. What was really memorable was the surprised wine and cheese tasting of the local wine and cheese+ carob inspired. choco nibs and carob infused orange squares. Muy delicioso.

Really cool castle in Donnafugata definitely worth checking out if you happen to be in the area. Visiting in mid October, the weather was perfect as it wasn't too hot or too cold. Lots of free nearby street parking, so don't feel like you need to pay for parking! We really enjoyed the gardens and the labyrinth! Extra bonus, there were cute dogs roaming around near the castle as well. Worth a visit if you're nearby in Sicily!