What to do in Trieste

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Trieste Attractions

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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. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Trieste or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Trieste attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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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
Grand Canal which includes a ferry, a city and a marina

Trieste Old Town

Historical sites, seaside views and bars are just a few things travellers like about Trieste Old Town. Sights like Greek Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas and Teatro Lirico Giuseppe Verdi are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Trieste area at Trieste–Opicina Tramway.

Trieste Old Town
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 Santa Maria Maggiore, 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

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

Day trip destinations from Trieste