The Grinch's House in Riva del Garda
Visitors can sneak inside the Grinch's winter quarters at the historic Bastione to explore an interactive kitchen and snap photos on his personal throne. Families can catch live mischievous shows with the Grinch and his dog Max or entertain themselves at the interactive Gioco-Coso station. Children can also participate in a digital treasure hunt using a smartphone to help locate Max's hidden toys throughout the rooms.
Dec 4, 2026 – Jan 6, 2027 All ages
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Tickets
Children up to age 11 travel free. People with disabilities receive a free return ticket; their companion pays the ordinary ticket. The ticket is free with the Garda Guest Card. Grinch meet-and-greets are free and do not require booking.
Hours
House hours: 10:00–19:00 (last ascent at 18:30). Grinch meet-and-greets: 11:00, 14:00, and 16:00 on the listed dates; December 27 only at 11:00 and 14:00.
Accessibility
The panoramic lift accommodates one wheelchair per trip, with free round-trip transit for persons with disabilities.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Use the panoramic elevator to reach the Bastione, and allow for a possible wait during busy periods.
- If you want to meet the Grinch, choose one of the scheduled meeting days; no reservation is needed.
- Bring a smartphone for the digital treasure hunt to help Max find his hidden toys.
- Use the Garda Guest Card for a free elevator ticket, or note the free travel for children up to age 11.
- On December 27, plan around the two Grinch meeting sessions rather than the usual three.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children up to age 11 travel free on the panoramic elevator to the event.
- People with disabilities receive a free return elevator ticket; their companion pays the ordinary fare.
- The elevator ticket is free with the Garda Guest Card, received by booking a stay at a participating property.
- Free, no-reservation Grinch meet-and-greets take place December 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 26 and 27, and January 1 and 2.
- On December 27, Grinch meet-and-greets are only in the morning and afternoon sessions.
Links & Contact
Run by Garda Dolomiti S.P.A. - Azienda per il Turismo
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can children do inside the Grinch’s house?
They can explore the interactive kitchen, play at the Gioco-Coso station, and use a smartphone for the digital treasure hunt to find Max’s hidden toys.
Can visitors meet the Grinch without booking?
Yes. The Grinch meet-and-greet is free and does not require a reservation on the scheduled meeting days.
How do visitors reach the house, and can they buy the elevator ticket on site?
Take the Bastione panoramic elevator; its ticket can be bought on site or online. Online purchases do not give priority to board, and waits may be necessary during busy periods.
Are there any elevator ticket concessions?
Children up to age 11 travel free. People with disabilities receive a free return ticket, and the Garda Guest Card also provides a free ticket; a companion pays the ordinary fare.
What is new at the Grinch’s house this season?
There is a new interactive kitchen, a renewed performance area with the Grinch’s throne for photos, and a new costume and stories.
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