Gold experience

Want to immerse yourself in the world of olive oil? Do you enjoy discovering new smells and flavours? Then this programme is just for you. Explore the most interesting parts of olive growing story and then step to the tasting area where we will reveal the best Istrian oils!

The program includes

  • The story of olive growing in Istria from the Roman period to the present day (audio guide in one of 12 languages included)
  • Educational guided tasting where you’ll learn the basics of sensory analysis and how to recognise quality olive oil
  • Unique tasting experience where you’ll get a chance to compare famous, internationally awarded Istrian olive oils and discover differences in olive oil varieties and blends
  • Surprise dessert where you’ll become a chef and choose one oil for the finishing touch
  • Tastings are held continuously during working hours
  • Duration ca. 70 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

Category: Gold experience EN

You can come at any time within our working hours. It’s recommended to reserve your ticket in advance through our reservation system to help us better organize the staff. Payment is also possible at the museum.

Category: Gold experience EN

No, you can come at any time within our working hours and start your museum tour. After that, you can attend the guided tasting.

Category: Gold experience EN

The tour takes approximately 70 minutes.

Category: Gold experience EN

We offer an audio guide service in 12 world languages

Category: Gold experience EN

The tour begins with a museum tour, followed by an educational guided tasting where you will learn about olive oil categories and how to recognize each of them. You will also learn how to read labels on oil bottles, how long oil can be used, and how to use it in your diet. Afterward, there’s a more relaxed part where you compare oils from the best Istrian producers with international awards, and finally, we offer you a surprise dessert.

Category: Gold experience EN

You can buy tickets through our reservation system or at the museum.