Trieste Old Town Travel Guide

Trieste
Piazza dell\'Unita which includes an administrative building, heritage architecture and general coastal views

Popular places to visit

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Piazza Unita d'Italia

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Architectural masterpieces, cafés, live music events and markets make this elegant square an essential part of everyday life in Trieste.

Piazza Unita d'Italia
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Canal Grande di Trieste

4.5/5(13 reviews)

There is no more memorable way to see Trieste’s beautiful squares, buildings and bridges than by traversing the waterway that cuts through the heart of the city.

Canal Grande di Trieste
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Roman Theatre

4/5(10 reviews)

Gaze in awe at the remains of this colossal amphitheater, which hosts occasional artistic performances and concerts during the summer months.

Roman Theatre
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Teatro Lirico Giuseppe Verdi

Watch performances of world-famous ballets and operas at this opulent theater, dedicated to the acclaimed Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi.

Teatro Lirico Giuseppe Verdi
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Greek Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas

You can find out about the history of Trieste with a visit to Greek Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Greek Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas
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Santa Maria Maggiore

You can learn about the history of Trieste with a trip to Santa Maria Maggiore. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Santa Maria Maggiore

Things to do

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Lipica Stud Farm & Skocjan Caves - Shore Excursion from Trieste

£198
Per adult
Lipica Stud Farm & Skocjan Caves - Shore Excursion from Trieste
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Trieste & Miramare castle | Private trip from Ljubljana

£575
Per adult
Trieste & Miramare castle | Private trip from Ljubljana
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Lipica Stud Farm & Skocjan Caves - Small Group Tour from Trieste

£198
Per adult
Lipica Stud Farm & Skocjan Caves - Small Group Tour from Trieste
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Trieste: Habsburg History Private Walking Tour

£172
Per adult
Trieste: Habsburg History Private Walking Tour
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Trieste: 2.5-Hour Private Walking Tour w/ a Local Guide

£172
Per adult
Trieste: 2.5-Hour Private Walking Tour w/ a Local Guide
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Trieste Private Guided Walking Tour

£214
Per adult
Trieste Private Guided Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Trieste Old Town

Palazzo Talenti 1907
Palazzo Talenti 1907
Via Saverio Mercadante 1, Trieste, trieste
The price is £97 per night from 28 May to 29 May
£97
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this apartment in Trieste. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (210 reviews)
"This is not an hotel nor a B&B. It’s almost like home. Small details are carefully thought out to make guests feel they are at home. Amenities are first class. When we arrived early they had a room made out within an hour!"

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

Palazzo Talenti 1907
Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste – Starhotels Collezione
Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste – Starhotels Collezione
4 out of 5
Riva Del Mandracchio 4, Trieste, TS
The price is £183 per night from 24 May to 25 May
£183
per night
24 May - 25 May
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Trieste. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (998 reviews)
"It was a lovely property. We had a balcony with a great view. The staff and the concierge were friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste – Starhotels Collezione
DoubleTree by Hilton Trieste
DoubleTree by Hilton Trieste
4 out of 5
Piazza della Repubblica 1, Trieste
The price is £179 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
£179
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Trieste. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (266 reviews)
"Great property and service"

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton Trieste
Urban Hotel Design
Urban Hotel Design
4 out of 5
Via Punta del Forno, 3, Trieste, TS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £144 per night from 27 May to 28 May
£144
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Trieste. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (410 reviews)
100% Recomendado
"Excelente hotel. habitación cómoda. muy bien ubicado. El desayuno es variado y riquísimo. la atencion del personal, en especial el chico rubio es muy way."

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2024

Urban Hotel Design
Le Terrazze
Le Terrazze
Via Filzi, 21, Trieste, TS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £111 per night from 27 May to 28 May
£111
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this apartment in Trieste. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Piazza Vittorio Veneto and Chiesa Evangelica ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (223 reviews)
Good value for central Trieste
"Located in the city centre so easy to walk everywhere. Street parking is difficult. I suggest the garage parking at the Tribunal centre (around 10 minutes walk away at a daily rate of 19e) or the parking on the shore line which is free overnight and around 25 minutes walk). Flat was comfortable especially ..."

Reviewed on 11 Apr 2024

Le Terrazze
Palace Suite
Palace Suite
4 out of 5
Via San Nicolò 34-36 / Via Dante 6a, Trieste, TS
The price is £162 per night from 28 May to 29 May
£162
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Trieste. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Roman Theatre and Canal Grande di Trieste ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (243 reviews)
"Very good to stay with family or friends We were 5 friends sharing two bedrooms two bathrooms and kitchen with elevator everything very nice"

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

Palace Suite
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Other neighbourhoods around Trieste Old Town

Grand Canal showing a city and heritage architecture

Trieste City Centre

4.5/5(45 area reviews)

Discover Trieste City Centre, memorable for its historical sites. Popular attractions in Trieste City Centre include Piazza di Cavana and Piazza Unita d'Italia, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Trieste–Opicina Tramway.

Trieste City Centre
Cathedral of San Giusto which includes a church or cathedral and general coastal views

Città Nuova-Barriera Nuova-San Vito-Città Vecchia

5/5(1 area review)

Discover Città Nuova-Barriera Nuova-San Vito-Città Vecchia, memorable for its historical sites. Popular attractions in Città Nuova-Barriera Nuova-San Vito-Città Vecchia include Piazza di Cavana and Museo Revoltella, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Trieste–Opicina Tramway.

Città Nuova-Barriera Nuova-San Vito-Città Vecchia
Trieste showing heritage architecture and château or palace

Barriera Vecchia-San Giacomo

4/5(4 area reviews)

Barriera Vecchia-San Giacomo is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Castello di San Giusto and Cathedral of San Giusto if you have time to explore the area.

Barriera Vecchia-San Giacomo
Trieste showing a city

Roiano-Gretta-Barcola-Cologna-Scorcola

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Unique features of Roiano-Gretta-Barcola-Cologna-Scorcola include the historical sites and seaside views. Make a stop by Golfo di Trieste or Miramare Castle while you're exploring the area.

Roiano-Gretta-Barcola-Cologna-Scorcola
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San Giovanni-Chiadino-Rozzol

You'll enjoy the parks and golf courses in San Giovanni-Chiadino-Rozzol. You might want to make time for a stop at Golf Club Trieste or San Giovanni Park.

San Giovanni-Chiadino-Rozzol
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Servola-Chiarbola-Valmaura-Borgo San Sergio

You'll enjoy the archaeological sites and gardens in Servola-Chiarbola-Valmaura-Borgo San Sergio. You might want to make time for a stop at Nereo Rocco Stadium or Allianz Dome.

Servola-Chiarbola-Valmaura-Borgo San Sergio

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