Palazzo Callas Exhibitions
Public Transport Directions
Sirmione is connected to Brescia, Verona, and other locations around Lake Garda by various bus lines operated by Arriva. Buses stop at the end of Viale Marconi, where the historic center of Sirmione begins.
For information on accessibility for passengers with reduced mobility Arriva Brescia - Disability
Sirmione can be reached by boats operated by Gestione Navigazione Laghi, connecting the locations around Lake Garda.
For information
The service is arranged for the transportation of passengers with reduced mobility: Navigazione Laghi - Disability Assistance
Parking
Palazzo Callas Exhibitions is located in the central Piazza Carducci, in the historic center of Sirmione, closed to car traffic except for residents and guests of accommodations. Holders of CUDE disabled passes can access by accrediting the vehicle's license plate on the municipality's website.
For further information: Sirmione Municipality - ZTL Regulation
There are no parking spaces in the historic center.
Parking is available near the historic center at:
- Piazzale Porto: 7 parking spaces reserved for disabled pass holders
- Viale Marconi: 3 parking spaces reserved
- Piazzale Montebaldo: 8 parking spaces reserved for disabled pass holders
In these parking areas, the disabled pass allows free parking in the blue zones. The paths from the parking areas to the entrance of the peninsula have compact asphalt surfaces. The drawbridge to access the peninsula has a 10% slope, a width of 400 cm, and a compact surface.
Entrance
The entrance is step-free with a large door.
Reception and Useful Services
Illustrative brochures are available.
Orientation Signage
Throughout the exhibition path, signs indicate emergency exits, routes, and other information. The signs are clear and well-defined.
Exhibition Route
The Palace, dating back to the late 18th century, renovated by the Municipal Administration, hosts exhibitions and events. The name pays homage to the soprano Maria Callas, who stayed in the city for a long time and is remembered in various points of interest in Sirmione, as well as through musical initiatives.
The building spans 400 square meters spread over 3 floors connected by an elevator that can be used independently.
Restrooms
The equipped restrooms are located on the second floor, reachable by elevator, and have the following features:
- Anteroom with swinging door (width 90 cm)
- Restroom with sliding door (width 90 cm)
- Wall-hung toilet (height 50 cm, front space 95 cm, left side space 58 cm, right side space 160 cm), right grab bar
- Wall-hung sink (height 75 cm) with distance from the door of 130 cm
- Mirror (height 125 cm)
Emergency Exits
They are located near the only entrance and are marked along the exhibition path.