Trieste Old Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Piazza dell\'Unita featuring heritage architecture, general coastal views and a sunset

Popular places to visit

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Piazza Unita d'Italia

4.5/5(2 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

3.5/5(2 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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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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Roman Theatre

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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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

Activities

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Trieste Bus Tour with Audio Guide

AU$26
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Trieste Bus Tour with Audio Guide
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Magic Lake Bled & Charming Ljubljana from Trieste

AU$378
Per adult
Magic Lake Bled & Charming Ljubljana from Trieste
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Experience Trieste

AU$246
Per adult
Experience Trieste
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Private Full day Tour of Venice from the Cruise Port

AU$2,534
Per adult
Private Full day Tour of Venice from the Cruise Port
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Trieste Private Walking Tour

AU$497
Per adult
Trieste Private Walking Tour
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Trieste & Miramare castle | Private trip from Ljubljana

AU$1,097
Per adult
Trieste & Miramare castle | Private trip from Ljubljana
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Our pick of the best Trieste Old Town Hotel Deals

NH Trieste
NH Trieste
4 out of 5
Corso Cavour, 7, Trieste, TS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$176 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$176
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Trieste. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Chiesa Evangelica and Teatro ...
8/10 Very Good! (705 reviews)
"Excellent hôtel close to the port."

Reviewed on 13 Oct. 2023

NH Trieste
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 AU$361 per night from 23 May to 24 May
AU$361
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Trieste. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (997 reviews)
"This property is like a “home away from home” for me. The staff is ALWAYS extremely pleasant and professional, making my stay as comfortable as possible."

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2024

Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste – Starhotels Collezione
DoubleTree by Hilton Trieste
DoubleTree by Hilton Trieste
4 out of 5
Piazza della Repubblica 1, Trieste
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$288 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$288
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Trieste. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (264 reviews)
Good location
"The location of the hotel is good. But for over $330/night, the room is not. It’s smelly."

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton Trieste
Palazzo Talenti 1907
Palazzo Talenti 1907
Via Saverio Mercadante 1, Trieste, trieste
The price is AU$177 per night from 7 May to 8 May
AU$177
per night
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this apartment in Trieste. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (203 reviews)
"Check in staff were exceptional."

Reviewed on 24 Apr. 2024

Palazzo Talenti 1907
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 AU$215 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$215
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Trieste. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (407 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
The Modernist Hotel
The Modernist Hotel
4 out of 5
Corso Italia, 12, Trieste
The price is AU$310 per night from 8 May to 9 May
AU$310
per night
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this hotel in Trieste. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Roman Theatre and Museo della Comunità Ebraica ...
9/10 Wonderful! (85 reviews)
Nice
"Nice hotel in the centre of Treiste , clean and comfortable rooms , breakfast was okay , nothing special , check in and out was quick and alk staff were friendly"

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2024

The Modernist Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Trieste Old Town

Grand Canal showing a city and heritage architecture

Trieste City Centre

4.5/5(11 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

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

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

5/5(1 area review)

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

Trieste Old Town Travel Guide

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