Contovello Travel Guide

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

Learn about the local history of Grignano with a stop at Miramare Castle. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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.

Watch performances of world-famous ballets and operas at this opulent theater, dedicated to the acclaimed Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi.

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.

Gaze in awe at the remains of this colossal amphitheater, which hosts occasional artistic performances and concerts during the summer months.