Trieste Old Town

Trieste

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

Popular places to visit

Piazza dell\'Unita showing a square or plaza, an administrative building and a sunset

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 showing boating, a city 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 featuring 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 which includes a river or creek, a church or cathedral and religious elements

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 featuring night scenes, an administrative building and heritage architecture

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

Things to do

Lake Bled & Ljubljana - Shore Excursion from Trieste

Lake Bled & Ljubljana - Shore Excursion from Trieste

S$183
per adult
Lake Bled & Ljubljana - Shore Excursion from Trieste
Visit Trieste as a Local

Trieste Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

S$11
per adult
Trieste Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local
Bled

Lake Bled and Ljubljana Tour from Trieste

S$176
per adult
Lake Bled and Ljubljana Tour from Trieste
Piran

Piran & Panoramic Slovenian Coast - Shore Excursion from Trieste

S$286
per adult
Piran & Panoramic Slovenian Coast - Shore Excursion from Trieste
Postojna Cave

Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle - Shore Excursion from Trieste

S$174
per adult
Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle - Shore Excursion from Trieste
Trieste: Miramare Castle Private Tour

Trieste: Miramare Castle Private Tour

S$120
per traveller
Trieste: Miramare Castle Private Tour
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Top hotels in Trieste Old Town

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 S$286 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
S$286
22 Aug - 23 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! (1,000 reviews)
"I liked the location a lot. Very nice lobby area. The room had a lot of stains on the carpet and the A/C also didn’t work well in our room."

Reviewed on 12 Aug, 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! (322 reviews)
"Apartment had a great terrace overlooking the Trueste"

Reviewed on 8 Aug, 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 S$178 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
S$178
17 Aug - 18 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! (380 reviews)
"Excellent staff. Very nice and wonderful breakfast options."

Reviewed on 11 Aug, 2025

Hotel Città di Parenzo
DoubleTree by Hilton Trieste

DoubleTree by Hilton Trieste

4 out of 5
Piazza della Repubblica 1, Trieste, TS
The price is S$261 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
S$261
21 Aug - 22 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! (445 reviews)
"Very nice stay at the DoubleTree Hilton Trieste. Room was clean, bed was comfortable and no noises from outside or neighbors. I did not have their breakfast as there are many cafés and restaurants near by to try. Location is excellent for walking around and sightseeing. The only negative remark would ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Trieste
NH Trieste

NH Trieste

4 out of 5
Corso Cavour, 7, Trieste, TS
The price is S$212 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
S$212
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Trieste. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Piazza Unita d'Italia and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (775 reviews)
"Only downside no swimming pool."

Reviewed on 18 Jul, 2025

NH Trieste
The Modernist Hotel

The Modernist Hotel

4 out of 5
Corso Italia, 12, Trieste, TS
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! (184 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay at the Modernist Hotel. Easy access to many areas! Room was large and comfortable. We felt bad because bathroom floor does flood a bit when taking a shower."

Reviewed on 9 Aug, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Trieste Old Town

Palazzo del Municipio which includes heritage architecture, a square or plaza and night scenes

Trieste City Centre

4.5/5(45 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 showing general coastal views and a church or cathedral

Città Nuova-Barriera Nuova-San Vito-Città Vecchia

5/5(1 area review)

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 featuring heritage architecture and château or palace

Barriera Vecchia-San Giacomo

4/5(4 area reviews)

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

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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 San Giovanni Park or Fiera Trieste Exhibition Center.

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

Trieste Old Town