Bárcola
Trieste
Popular places to visit
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.
Teatro Lirico Giuseppe Verdi
Watch performances of world-famous ballets and operas at this opulent theater, dedicated to the acclaimed Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi.
Cathedral of San Giusto
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.
Greek Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas
After visiting Greek Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Trieste. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Things to do
Lake Bled & Ljubljana - Shore Excursion from Trieste
Treasure Hunt in Trieste La Vedova Giramondo
Top hotels in Bárcola
Greif Hotel & Spa Trieste
Rooms are well appointed. Good location with the sea across the street and lots of dining options. Downstairs had a nice sauna, steam room and pool. The bar on the mainfloor had amazing drinks and super friendly staff. I will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 27 Sept, 2025
Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste – Starhotels Collezione
Overall a good experience in a well curated building professionally staffed
Reviewed on 9 Jan, 2026
Victoria Hotel Letterario
Early check in, nice room, kind staff, good location.
Reviewed on 21 Dec, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Trieste
Lovely hotel in a 1930s building. Good restaurant not expensive.
Reviewed on 7 Jan, 2026
Hotel Città di Parenzo
All personnel is excellent and available.
Reviewed on 19 Nov, 2025
Kempinski Palace Portoroz
Very clean room and friendly staff
Reviewed on 4 Oct, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bárcola
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 Canal Grande di Trieste 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 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.
Altipiano Ovest
If you're spending some time in Altipiano Ovest, Lido di Santa Croce and Filtri are top sights worth seeing.
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 Marina San Giusto and Piazza Unita d'Italia, 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.
