National Day of Historic Residences 2026: Free visits in Calabria (24

National Day of Historic Residences 2026 in Calabria

Date: Sunday, 24 May 2026

ADSI Calabria takes part in the 16th National Day of Historic Residences, opening over 20 private properties to the public. The initiative offers free guided visits to palaces, villas and castles, providing a chance to discover lesser-known places of historical, artistic and architectural interest.

The 2026 theme, "Guardians of the future. A living heritage for shared value," emphasizes the responsibility to protect and pass on private historic assets as cultural and social resources for local communities.

Sites to visit

Across Calabria several historic residences will be open: visitors can join free tours to learn about the architecture, collections and family histories of these places.

• Villa Cefaly, Acconia di Curinga (CZ)
• Tenuta Albani Zinzi, Cropani (CZ)
• Palazzo Sanseverino, Marcellinara (CZ)
• Palazzo Provenzano, Catanzaro (CZ)
• Tenuta Ciminata Greco, Corigliano-Rossano (CS)
• Palazzo Grisolia, Aiello Calabro (CS)
• Palazzo Cybo Malaspina, Aiello Calabro (CS)
• Palazzo Cherubini, Corigliano-Rossano (CS)
• Palazzo Carratelli, Amantea (CS)
• Palazzo Bavasso, Lungro (CS)
• Palazzo Amarelli, Corigliano-Rossano (CS)
• Castello Sangineto, Sangineto Lido (CS)
• Palazzo Zurlo, Scandale (KR)
• Palazzo Verga, Cotronei (KR)
• Palazzo Venneri, Cariati (KR)
• Villa Zerbi, Taurianova (RC)
• Tenuta Acton, Cannavà (RC)
• Palazzo Valensise, Polistena (RC)
• Palazzo Grillo, Polistena (RC)
• Palazzo Contestabile, Taurianova (RC)
• Casina Carbone, Locri (RC)
• Palazzo Scrugli, Tropea (VV)
• Palazzo Murmura, Vibo Valentia (VV)

Practical tips:

• Check updated opening hours on the Association of Historic Residences (ADSI) website or local channels.
• Arrive early: visits may be limited in number and could require booking.
• Follow any access rules for private properties and instructions from staff.

This event is a chance to experience a widespread heritage that shapes local identity. Attending supports the conservation and enhancement of historic residences while revealing the stories and traditions of the area.