Trieste Old Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Grand Canal which includes a ferry, heritage architecture and a marina
Piazza dell\'Unita featuring heritage architecture, general coastal views and a sunset
Grand Canal which includes a river or creek, a marina and kayaking or canoeing
Piazza dell\'Unita featuring a sunset, an administrative building and a square or plaza
Trieste Old Town

Popular places to visit

Piazza dell\'Unita featuring an administrative building, general coastal views and a square or plaza

Piazza Unita d'Italia

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

Piazza Unita d'Italia
Grand Canal which includes a city, a marina and a bay or harbour

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.

Canal Grande di Trieste
Teatro Lirico Giuseppe Verdi featuring heritage architecture

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
Roman Theatre showing building ruins

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
Trieste featuring night scenes, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

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
Trieste showing heritage architecture, night scenes and an administrative building

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

Postojna Cave

Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle from Trieste

AU$212
per adult
Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle from Trieste
Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle - Small Group Tour from Trieste

Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle - Small Group Tour from Trieste

AU$212
per adult
Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle - Small Group Tour from Trieste
Lake Bled & Ljubljana - Shore Excursion from Trieste

Lake Bled & Ljubljana - Shore Excursion from Trieste

AU$218
per adult
Lake Bled & Ljubljana - Shore Excursion from Trieste
Trieste: Private guided tour of Trieste

Trieste: Private guided tour of Trieste

AU$305
per traveller
Trieste: Private guided tour of Trieste
Visit Trieste as a Local

Trieste Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

AU$13
per adult
Trieste Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local
Piran

Piran & Panoramic Slovenian Coast - Small Group Tour from Trieste

AU$341
per adult
Piran & Panoramic Slovenian Coast - Small Group Tour from Trieste
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Our pick of the best Trieste Old Town Hotel Deals

Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste – Starhotels Collezione

Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste – Starhotels Collezione

4 out of 5
Riva Del Mandracchio 4, Trieste, TS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$330 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$330
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,023 reviews)
"This is my second 4-day stay at this hotel in the last two years. Each stay has been extraordinary. All is perfect. This hotel is sooo charming ans "class". I love this place. Do not hesitate. It is simply the best."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste – Starhotels Collezione
Le Terrazze

Le Terrazze

Via Filzi, 21, Trieste, TS
Stay at this apartment in Trieste. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Piazza Unita d'Italia and Piazza Vittorio ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (314 reviews)
"Amazing view of the city from the terrace. A nice spacious clean apartment in the heart of Trieste equipped with all the essentials. I will be booking here again on our return to Trieste"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

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Le Terrazze
Hotel Città di Parenzo

Hotel Città di Parenzo

3 out of 5
Via degli Artisti 8, Trieste, TS
The price is AU$200 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$200
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Trieste. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (366 reviews)
Absolutely Recommended
"Amazing hotel in excellent location."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Hotel Città di Parenzo
The Modernist Hotel

The Modernist Hotel

4 out of 5
Corso Italia, 12, Trieste, TS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$240 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$240
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Trieste. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (178 reviews)
"Our room was small but very clean. The hotel has a fabulous location. Very near sights, shopping, dining. The onsite restaurant was very good and the staff is excellent and helpful"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

The Modernist Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Trieste

DoubleTree by Hilton Trieste

4 out of 5
Piazza della Repubblica 1, Trieste, TS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$297 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$297
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (430 reviews)
"Beautiful old building. Room was huge with a great bathroom."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Trieste
Urban Hotel Design

Urban Hotel Design

4 out of 5
Via Punta del Forno, 3, Trieste, TS
The price is AU$421 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$421
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (591 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. Warm and welcoming staff."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Urban Hotel Design
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Other neighbourhoods around Trieste Old Town

Palazzo del Municipio featuring night scenes, a square or plaza 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 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.

Trieste City Centre
Cathedral of San Giusto featuring 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 Museo Revoltella 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
Trieste showing a castle and heritage architecture

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 which includes 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 Fiera Trieste Exhibition Center or Golf Club Trieste.

San Giovanni-Chiadino-Rozzol
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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.

Bárcola

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