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

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
Grand Canal which includes a city, a marina and a bay or harbour

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
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
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
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$203
per adult
Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle from Trieste
Ljubljana Capital Tour from Trieste

Ljubljana Capital Tour from Trieste

AU$327
per adult
Ljubljana Capital Tour from Trieste
Piran - Tartini Square

Experience Slovenian Coast line with Wine Tasting from Trieste

AU$258
per adult
Experience Slovenian Coast line with Wine Tasting from Trieste
Trieste Piazza

Trieste Coffee Lovers Tour

AU$169
per adult
Trieste Coffee Lovers Tour
Lipica

Lipica Stud Farm & Skocjan Caves - Shore Excursion from Trieste

AU$397
per adult
Lipica Stud Farm & Skocjan Caves - Shore Excursion from Trieste
Venice Highlights from Trieste Port: Debark from Cruise Ship

From Trieste: Venice for Disembarking Cruise Passengers

AU$3,086
per traveller
From Trieste: Venice for Disembarking Cruise Passengers
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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
The price is AU$265 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$265
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
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! (1,002 reviews)
Lovely hotel !
"What a beautiful historic hotel in the heart of trieste! Gorgeous rooms and lobby spaces, wonderful staff. Thank you!"

Reviewed on 21 Mar. 2025

Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste – Starhotels Collezione
DoubleTree by Hilton Trieste
DoubleTree by Hilton Trieste
4 out of 5
Piazza della Repubblica 1, Trieste, TS
The price is AU$215 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$215
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
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! (383 reviews)
"I would definitely stay here again if I ever find myself visiting Trieste."

Reviewed on 27 Feb. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Trieste
Le Terrazze
Le Terrazze
Via Filzi, 21, Trieste, TS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$162 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$162
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this apartment in Trieste. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Piazza Vittorio Veneto and Chiesa Evangelica ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (277 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 17 Mar. 2025

Le Terrazze
Urban Hotel Design
Urban Hotel Design
4 out of 5
Via Punta del Forno, 3, Trieste, TS
The price is AU$262 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$262
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
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! (551 reviews)
"Very nice people, they really helped us with everything"

Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025

Urban Hotel Design
Albergo Alla Posta
Albergo Alla Posta
3 out of 5
Piazza Guglielmo Oberdan, 1, Trieste, TS
The price is AU$126 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$126
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Trieste. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (701 reviews)
2N couple get-away
"Safe and great location within the center, just about 8mins walk to Central Train and Bus Stations. 24-Hr reception with free Coffee/Tea at Dining Area. Clean and Comportable room size. Free BF with loads to choose however the fresh pastries caught my attention. High customer service from reception ..."

Reviewed on 11 Feb. 2025

Albergo Alla Posta
The Modernist Hotel
The Modernist Hotel
4 out of 5
Corso Italia, 12, Trieste, TS
The price is AU$210 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$210
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
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! (152 reviews)
"Great location. We have the top floor family room and it was perfect for our family of 4 plus big windows with views and nice light!"

Reviewed on 22 Dec. 2024

The Modernist Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Trieste Old Town

Palazzo del Municipio featuring a square or plaza, a statue or sculpture 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 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 Museo Revoltella 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

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 Allianz Dome or Nereo Rocco Stadium.

Servola-Chiarbola-Valmaura-Borgo San Sergio

Trieste Old Town Travel Guide

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