Altipiano Ovest Travel Guide
Trieste
Visit Altipiano Ovest
Popular places to visit
Trieste Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Trieste with a trip to Trieste Harbour. Wander the seaside in this quaint area.
Piazza Unita d'Italia
Architectural masterpieces, cafés, live music events and markets make this elegant square an essential part of everyday life in Trieste.
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.
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.
Golfo di Trieste
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Golfo di Trieste during your travels in Trieste. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Teatro Lirico Giuseppe Verdi
Watch performances of world-famous ballets and operas at this opulent theater, dedicated to the acclaimed Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi.
Things to do
Trieste Bus Tour with Audio Guide
Trieste Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
Treasure Hunt in Trieste La Vedova Giramondo
Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle - Small Group Tour from Trieste
Top hotels in Altipiano Ovest
Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste – Starhotels Collezione
"Our flight was delayed, but staff gave us great welcome and upgraded our room for free. Room was clean and excellent view. Breakfast was amazing. I will definitely will be back and refer this hotel to my friends and family."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hotel Città di Parenzo
"The staff was"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Le Terrazze
"Information about checking in was poor. We arrived around 7pm thinking we would get a key from the desk - but the desk closed at 1 and you needed a code to get in. Fortunately a resident gave us the code and showed us the lockbox where our key was waiting in an envelope. We photographed our passports ..."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hotel Piran
"Great location and view. My room was very small and I was unable to properly use the toilet due to the set up. The breakfast buffet looks nice until you see ants on the tables containing food. The WiFi did not work at all in my room and the pillows were terrible."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Trieste
"Great location in the middle of old town . It’s a magnificent old building with incredible character on the outside and in the common areas. Rooms are not overly large but modern and comfortable."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hotel Major
"A nice welcome by reception staff after midnight. Room spacious and clean with good amenities in the bathroom. Complimentary breakfast was good with plenty of choice."
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Altipiano Ovest
Bárcola
Bárcola is popular for its beautiful seaside views, and you might make a stop by Golfo di Trieste, a top place to visit in the area.
Roiano-Gretta-Barcola-Cologna-Scorcola
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.
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 Piazza della Borsa are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Trieste area at Trieste–Opicina Tramway.
Trieste City Centre
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.
Città Nuova-Barriera Nuova-San Vito-Città Vecchia
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 Palazzo del Municipio, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Trieste–Opicina Tramway.
Barriera Vecchia-San Giacomo
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.
