Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Trieste September 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Trieste Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Trieste.dx6055132)[Hotels in Trieste](https://expedia.co.uk/Trieste-Hotels.d6055132.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Trieste](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Trieste.d6055132.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Trieste Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Trieste.d6055132.Car-Hire-Guide)[Trieste Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Trieste.d6055132.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Trieste ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Trieste Types of activities Where to stay [Trieste travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Trieste.dx6055132) ![Trieste](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res80/156000/156994-Trieste-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Trieste featuring interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/157000/157007-Trieste-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Trieste showing a marina](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/157000/157000-Trieste-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Canal Grande di Trieste featuring a bay or harbour and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/99000/99463-Grand-Canal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Grand Canal which includes heritage architecture and water sports](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/99000/99469-Grand-Canal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Trieste Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Trieste has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Trieste, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Trieste with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Trieste Trieste is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Trieste, and make it a breeze to explore Trieste and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Trieste to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Trieste, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Trieste. #### Trieste attractions Trieste has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Trieste to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Trieste. Looking for things to do in Trieste can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. 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Get an insider's look in what to book before you travel. * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in Trieste ### Tours & day trips [See all 75 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Lake Bled and Ljubljana Tour from Trieste](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1677295/128ea5aa-b8db-4d99-95e8-06539d1be147.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake Bled and Ljubljana Tour from Trieste 7h Free cancellation available £102 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-bled-and-ljubljana-tour-from-trieste.a1677295.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle from Trieste](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1677312/d57b33ad-81de-4e17-abc1-bf18cde869fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle from Trieste 5h Free cancellation available £102 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/postojna-cave-predjama-castle-from-trieste.a1677312.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle - Small Group Tour from Trieste](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1677400/460670f6-73b3-43c6-b708-4af1b01314f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle - Small Group Tour from Trieste 5h Free cancellation available £102 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/postojna-cave-predjama-castle-small-group-tour-from-trieste.a1677400.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![Magic Lake Bled & Charming Ljubljana from Trieste](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3171076/c3aa0910-ed4b-4633-a2d2-8a2f5c3d3249.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magic Lake Bled & Charming Ljubljana from Trieste 7h Free cancellation available £100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magic-lake-bled-charming-ljubljana-from-trieste.a3171076.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![Trieste Bus Tour with Audio Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4566146/230a2907-2f74-4312-9571-3f42b8dd8b14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Trieste Bus Tour with Audio Guide 1h 30m 9.4/10 11 reviews Free cancellation available £15 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/trieste-bus-tour-with-audio-guide.a4566146.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![Lake Bled & Ljubljana - Shore Excursion from Trieste](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1677408/38e0e347-7d70-48a9-9424-eea023b92dda.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake Bled & Ljubljana - Shore Excursion from Trieste 7h Free cancellation available £105 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-bled-ljubljana-shore-excursion-from-trieste.a1677408.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![Skocjan Caves, Lipica & Piran: Karst & Coast Small-Group Day Trip from Ljub...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1173795/e0a0a371-8348-4671-bd7f-076c4204ca6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Skocjan Caves, Lipica & Piran: Karst & Coast Small-Group Day Trip from Ljub... 10h 30m 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £90 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/skocjan-caves-lipica-piran-karst-coast-small-group-day-trip-from-ljubljana.a1173795.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![From Koper: 5-Hour Tour to Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4725740/07166d2e-cb53-4b5b-a679-93ace6bdb2af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Koper: 5-Hour Tour to Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle 5h Free cancellation available £61 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-koper-5-hour-tour-to-postojna-cave-predjama-castle.a4725740.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![UNESCO's Skocjan Caves, Europe's largest underground canyon, Half Day Trip ...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2487833/bda20573-d6fa-4a6e-b7c1-5940ee6a858a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### UNESCO's Skocjan Caves, Europe's largest underground canyon, Half Day Trip ... 5h £137 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/unescos-skocjan-caves-europes-largest-underground-canyon-half-day-trip-from-ljubljana.a2487833.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![Piran & Panoramic Slovenian Coast - Small Group Tour from Trieste](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3098811/452f451b-0785-4e50-b8d6-9429d82bf154.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Piran & Panoramic Slovenian Coast - Small Group Tour from Trieste 5h Free cancellation available £165£115 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/piran-panoramic-slovenian-coast-small-group-tour-from-trieste.a3098811.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 33 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Full-Day Private Venice Tour with Water Taxi from Trieste Port](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46767084/65645f13-b6a8-4a92-a51b-028a989d9489.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Private Venice Tour with Water Taxi from Trieste Port 8h Free cancellation available £357 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-private-venice-tour-with-water-taxi-from-trieste-port.a46767084.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![Explore 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Trieste](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/557488/56afdf51-9826-4a18-bb19-c6337cb37af0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private cooking class at a local's home in Trieste 4h Free cancellation available £125 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-cooking-class-at-a-locals-home-in-trieste.a557488.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![Private Shopping Tour from Trieste Hotels to Palmanova Outlet](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47210939/2f56d3dc-13d6-450d-9ac1-2ceac981bdd7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Shopping Tour from Trieste Hotels to Palmanova Outlet 6h Free cancellation available £82 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-shopping-tour-from-trieste-hotels-to-palmanova-outlet.a47210939.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![Half day tour to Postojna cave - Private tour from Koper](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1883074/c33e9957-58b9-4a8d-92d2-89ab54d334f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half day tour to Postojna cave - Private tour from Koper 6h 30m Free cancellation available £108 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-tour-to-postojna-cave-private-tour-from-koper-trieste-piran.a1883074.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle Tour (up to 8 persons)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2981965/5f51729c-1308-4f68-9854-6c77104c4033.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle Tour (up to 8 persons) 5h Free cancellation available £346 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/postojna-cave-predjama-castle-tour-up-to-8-persons.a2981965.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![The Škocjan Caves - World Heritage (up to 8 persons)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2981949/fa5e82c4-c753-4198-a663-2f0ba07ded80.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Škocjan Caves - World Heritage (up to 8 persons) 5h Free cancellation available £346 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-skocjan-caves-world-heritage-up-to-8-persons.a2981949.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 12 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Trieste: Guided Foodie Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47984909/92a3fef8-49b5-46e1-b1c4-a9e32d26c852.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Trieste: Guided Foodie Walking Tour 3h Free cancellation available £49 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/no-diet-club-unique-local-food-in-trieste.a47984909.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![Piran: e-bike&burger in Istria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47869528/600b579b-f9f3-4a46-9aa2-9683910216f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Piran: e-bike&burger in Istria Free cancellation available £57 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/piran-e-bike-burger-in-istria.a47869528.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![Dining experience at a local's home in Trieste](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/861144/4d1d1eda-9bc7-4746-ae5b-7330e183d12e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dining experience at a local's home in Trieste 2h 30m Free cancellation available £69 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/dining-experience-at-a-locals-home-in-trieste.a861144.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![Koper Stroll & Taste](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47811920/0633a1bb-3af8-4eee-85ea-294d8c2ac324.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Koper Stroll & Taste 2h Free cancellation available £26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/koper-stroll-taste.a47811920.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![The art of the Aperitivo with a local in Trieste](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/892265/f927f529-906f-4943-b105-a129e90e8bde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The art of the Aperitivo with a local in Trieste 2h Free cancellation available £91 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-art-of-the-aperitivo-with-a-local-in-trieste.a892265.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![Private cooking class at a local's home in Trieste](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/557488/56afdf51-9826-4a18-bb19-c6337cb37af0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private cooking class at a local's home in Trieste 4h Free cancellation available £125 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-cooking-class-at-a-locals-home-in-trieste.a557488.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![Olive Oil Tasting Experience a Journey of Flavours and Aromas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48152335/cc17b3a7-80f8-417b-9e40-54ff58044f34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Olive Oil Tasting Experience a Journey of Flavours and Aromas 1h Free cancellation available £36 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/taste-the-olive-oil-aromas-spreads-from-olives.a48152335.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![Prosecco’s Roots & the Karst Region from Trieste](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3098471/78fe1170-8861-484f-aa54-4f2417d8bc21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Prosecco’s Roots & the Karst Region from Trieste 6h Free cancellation available £223 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/proseccos-roots-the-karst-region-from-trieste.a3098471.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![Private tasting experience of Friuli and Istrian wines](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47593141/671005e2-cf79-4d7d-8c80-74b31426af27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private tasting experience of Friuli and Istrian wines 1h Free cancellation available £30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tasting-experience-of-friuli-and-istrian-wines.a47593141.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![Trieste: 2.5-Hour Prosecco Origins Tour and Tastings](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4524666/35223179-4599-480d-8082-dd0d4524af7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Trieste: 2.5-Hour Prosecco Origins Tour and Tastings 2h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/trieste-2-5-hour-prosecco-origins-tour-and-tastings.a4524666.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Piran: e-bike&burger in Istria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47869528/600b579b-f9f3-4a46-9aa2-9683910216f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Piran: e-bike&burger in Istria Free cancellation available £57 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/piran-e-bike-burger-in-istria.a47869528.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![Slovenian coast Koper, Izola, Piran - Parenzana electric biking tour from K...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1711559/d4e868d8-0a87-4121-93be-67753956da4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Slovenian coast Koper, Izola, Piran - Parenzana electric biking tour from K... 6h Free cancellation available £259 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/slovenian-coast-koper-izola-piran-parenzana-electric-biking-tour-from-koper.a1711559.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ![Cycling the Slovenian Coast](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3244966/efbaa994-d7cb-4d58-a28a-f84851ec2fc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cycling the Slovenian Coast 5h £346 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cycling-the-slovenian-coast.a3244966.activity-details?&rid=6055132&location=Trieste&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Trieste | Number of things to do | 79 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Trieste Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/trieste-walking-tour-with-audio-and-written-guide-by-a-local.a48704466.activity-details): £7 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Lake Bled and Ljubljana Tour from Trieste](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-bled-and-ljubljana-tour-from-trieste.a1677295.activity-details) - [Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle from Trieste](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/postojna-cave-predjama-castle-from-trieste.a1677312.activity-details) - [Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle - Small Group Tour from Trieste](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/postojna-cave-predjama-castle-small-group-tour-from-trieste.a1677400.activity-details) - [Magic Lake Bled & Charming Ljubljana from Trieste](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magic-lake-bled-charming-ljubljana-from-trieste.a3171076.activity-details) - [Trieste Bus Tour with Audio Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/trieste-bus-tour-with-audio-guide.a4566146.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Trieste Bus Tour with Audio Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/trieste-bus-tour-with-audio-guide.a4566146.activity-details) - [Trieste: Guided Foodie Walking Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/no-diet-club-unique-local-food-in-trieste.a47984909.activity-details) - [From Trieste: Venice for Disembarking Cruise Passengers](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/trieste-port-transfer-to-venice-with-tour-and-gondola.a44509060.activity-details) - [Tour of the Historical Museum and Miramare Castle Park in Trieste](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tour-of-the-historical-museum-and-miramare-castle-park-in-trieste.a48904196.activity-details) - [Trieste Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/trieste-exploration-game-and-city-tour-on-your-phone.a48961103.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Trieste: Guided Foodie Walking Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/no-diet-club-unique-local-food-in-trieste.a47984909.activity-details) - [Tour of the Historical Museum and Miramare Castle Park in Trieste](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tour-of-the-historical-museum-and-miramare-castle-park-in-trieste.a48904196.activity-details) - [Dining experience at a local's home in Trieste](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/dining-experience-at-a-locals-home-in-trieste.a861144.activity-details) - [Private cooking class at a local's home in Trieste](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-cooking-class-at-a-locals-home-in-trieste.a557488.activity-details) - [Trieste Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/trieste-walking-tour-with-audio-and-written-guide-by-a-local.a48704466.activity-details) | ## What to do in Trieste * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Piazza dell\'Unita featuring an administrative building, a square or plaza and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/157000/157063-Piazza-Dellunita.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Piazza Unita d'Italia Architectural masterpieces, cafés, live music events and markets make this elegant square an essential part of everyday life in Trieste. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Piazza-Unita-DItalia-Trieste-City-Centre.d6103400.Attraction) ![Miramare Castle featuring general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/156000/156996-Trieste-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Miramare Castle Learn about the local history of Grignano with a stop at Miramare Castle. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Miramare-Castle-Roiano-Gretta-Barcola-Cologna-Scorcola.d6103392.Attraction) ![Grand Canal showing a city, a bay or harbour and boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/26000/26765-Grand-Canal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Canal Grande di Trieste 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canal-Grande-Di-Trieste-Trieste-City-Centre.d553248621562150834.Attraction) ![Teatro Lirico Giuseppe Verdi showing heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/157000/157046-Teatro-Lirico-Giuseppe-Verdi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Teatro Lirico Giuseppe Verdi Watch performances of world-famous ballets and operas at this opulent theater, dedicated to the acclaimed Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Teatro-Lirico-Giuseppe-Verdi-Trieste-City-Centre.d6103404.Attraction) ![Roman Theatre which includes building ruins](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/157000/157001-Trieste-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Roman Theatre Gaze in awe at the remains of this colossal amphitheater, which hosts occasional artistic performances and concerts during the summer months. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Roman-Theatre-Trieste.d6103402.Attraction) ![Cathedral of San Giusto which includes a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/208000/208161-Cathedral-Of-San-Giusto.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cathedral of San Giusto This richly decorated church stands above Trieste’s old town and on a hill that was once the heart of the city’s medieval quarter. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cathedral-Of-San-Giusto-Trieste-City-Centre.d6103386.Attraction) ![Castello di San Giusto featuring general coastal views, château or palace and views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/208000/208125-Castello-Di-San-Giusto.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Castello di San Giusto Enjoy stunning city views from the ramparts of this 15th-century castle, which is also home to an impressive armory and a civic museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Castello-Di-San-Giusto-Trieste-City-Centre.d6103384.Attraction) ![Trieste showing religious aspects, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/157000/157075-Greek-Orthodox-Church-Of-St--Nicholas.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Greek Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas After visiting Greek Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Trieste. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Greek-Orthodox-Church-Of-St-Nicholas-Trieste-City-Centre.d553248635188849115.Attraction) ![Museo Revoltella featuring an administrative building and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/156000/156987-Trieste-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Museo Revoltella Marvel at the works of regional and national artists and visit the former home of an influential city merchant at this modern art gallery. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Museo-Revoltella-Trieste-City-Centre.d6103394.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Trieste ![Palazzo del Municipio featuring a square or plaza, a statue or sculpture and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/157000/157043-Palazzo-Del-Municipio.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Unita d'Italia and Teatro Lirico Giuseppe Verdi, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Trieste–Opicina Tramway. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Trieste-Trieste-City-Centre.dx553248633938935381) ![Grand Canal which includes a ferry, a city and a marina](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/32000/32870-Grand-Canal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Trieste Old Town Historical sites, seaside views and bars are just a few things travellers like about Trieste Old Town. Sights like Teatro Lirico Giuseppe Verdi and Canal Grande di Trieste are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Trieste area at Trieste–Opicina Tramway. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Trieste-Trieste-Old-Town.dx553248635810303222) ![Cathedral of San Giusto which includes a church or cathedral and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/208000/208159-Cathedral-Of-San-Giusto.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Museo Revoltella and Piazza Unita d'Italia, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Trieste–Opicina Tramway. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Trieste-Citta-Nuova-Barriera-Nuova-San-Vito-Citta-Vecchia.dx553248635213213020) ![Trieste showing a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/157000/157084-Victory-Lighthouse.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Trieste-Roiano-Gretta-Barcola-Cologna-Scorcola.dx553248635213212080) ![Trieste showing heritage architecture and château or palace](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/89000/89955-Trieste-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Trieste-Barriera-Vecchia-San-Giacomo.dx553248635213210718) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/b32620d5d58d0a306548fc37072af9ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) [](https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=56455842)[Photo](https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=56455842) by [why 137](https://www.flickr.com/people/78752351@N03) ([CC BY](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ### 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 Risiera di San Sabba. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Trieste-Servola-Chiarbola-Valmaura-Borgo-San-Sergio.dx553248635213213998) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Day trip destinations from Trieste ![Duino-Aurisina](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/b59eabbffe964f6827b64ae23b7fc202.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Duino-Aurisina [](https://expedia.co.uk/Duino-Aurisina.dx4323) ![Photo "Poggioreale del Carso" by inyucho (CC BY) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/5be85b31e53ed002786a10fcdcb45c6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0)[Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0) by [inyucho](https://www.flickr.com/people/31817492@N00) ([CC BY](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0)) ### Poggioreale del Carso [](https://expedia.co.uk/Poggioreale-Del-Carso.dx6035161) ![Miramare Castle featuring general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/156000/156996-Trieste-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Grignano [](https://expedia.co.uk/Grignano.dx6055125) ![Photo "Sezana" by Gorupka (CC BY) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/74f51060318f71b28842e19cb6465573.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0)[Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0) by [Gorupka](https://www.flickr.com/people/24375793@N07) ([CC BY](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0)) ### Sezana [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sezana.dx6060231) ![Photo "Lipica" by štefan (CC BY) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/325d93faaf2937292a14ffe41d84c62a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)[Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0) by [štefan](https://www.panoramio.com/user/4752906?with_photo_id=38383294) ([CC BY](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ### Lipica [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lipica.dx6060457) ![Muggia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/e1e0ad046beb739a9607ca30c514b7eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Muggia [](https://expedia.co.uk/Muggia.dx6123591) ![Contovello](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/800eb66ff5169a803cf37901200e4cc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Contovello [](https://expedia.co.uk/Contovello.dx3000704633) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Trieste worth visiting? > One of the most popular things to do in Trieste is explore Miramare Castle. Tick this leading attraction off your agenda, then experience more of the area's festivals and history. ### How do I spend a day in Trieste? > Once you've visited popular attractions like Miramare Castle and Castello di San Giusto, spend some time enjoying the retail and food options in Trieste. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Trieste? > The top tourist attraction in Trieste is Miramare Castle, so make sure to add it to your sightseeing list. ### Is three days enough to stay in Trieste? > Three days will give you plenty of time to tick off popular city attractions, including Miramare Castle, Roman Theatre and Castello di San Giusto. The average stay in Trieste is two days. If you have the urge to extend your adventure, Slovene Littoral isn't far away. ### Is Trieste a walkable city? > Some major attractions in Trieste, like Roman Theatre and Castello di San Giusto, are within walking distance. You can also enjoy several of the city's popular neighbourhoods on foot. Only 0.97 kms (0.60 miles) from central Trieste is Città Nuova-Barriera Nuova-San Vito-Città Vecchia and Trieste City Centre is 0.80 kms (0.50 miles) away. ### What are some activities to do in Trieste with kids? > Whether you're travelling with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, an itinerary filled with fun activities makes a big difference. Take a look at our recommendations for what to do in Trieste with kids. > > > > - [Trieste: Guided Foodie Walking Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/no-diet-club-unique-local-food-in-trieste.a47984909.activity-details) > - [Tour of the Historical Museum and Miramare Castle Park in Trieste](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tour-of-the-historical-museum-and-miramare-castle-park-in-trieste.a48904196.activity-details) > - [Dining experience at a local's home in Trieste](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/dining-experience-at-a-locals-home-in-trieste.a861144.activity-details) > - [Private cooking class at a local's home in Trieste](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-cooking-class-at-a-locals-home-in-trieste.a557488.activity-details) > - [Trieste Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/trieste-walking-tour-with-audio-and-written-guide-by-a-local.a48704466.activity-details) ### What to do in Trieste for adults? > Whether you're an avid foodie, culture enthusiast or outdoor adventurer, there are lots of things to do in Trieste for adults including Parovel and Palazzo del Municipio. ### Are there free things to do in Trieste? > One of the best ways to learn about free things to do in Trieste is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on interesting neighbourhoods, parks and other attractions you can visit without getting your cash out. 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