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Trieste The guide was updated: 2023-10-27

As the poet Umberto Saba wrote: “Trieste has an unsociable grace. Located between the sea and the mountains of Carso, beautiful and fascinating, she does not like to show off, although she conquers her visitor at first sight.”

Tergeste, as Trieste was named during the Roman era, is to be discovered on foot, to fully taste her richness and to breathe, through her streets, buildings and monuments, her 2000-year-old history.

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Population:	198,417 (2023)
Currency:	1 Euro = 100 cents
Search Accommodation:	Hotels »
Emergency numbers:	Fire Brigade: 115 Medical: 118 Police: 112
Newspapers:	Il Piccolo (local) Corriere della Sera La Repubblica La Stampa
Opening hours:	Shops in Trieste normally open around 9 am both during winter and summer. In the summertime opening hours are generally a bit longer.
Tourist information:	Trieste Tourist Office Via dell'Orologio 1, angolo Piazza Unità d'Italia, Trieste +39 040 3478312 Open: Daily 9 am-6 pm info.trieste@turismo.fvg.it

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Section in Trieste

Trieste’s city centre offers a nice walk among criss-cross roads in the Borgo Teresiano part of town, while taking in the many elegant Neo-classical buildings that define the city’s architecture. Situated by the sea front, the city holds some gorgeous scenery, which can be experienced when visiting the Castle of Miramare.

Piazza Unità d'Italia

Piazza Unità d'Italia

This is one of the largest and certainly most beautiful squares facing the sea in Europe, in the very heart of the city. Looking at the sea, on your right you will find Palazzo Modello, Casa Stratti and Palazzo del Governo. On your left, you will see Palazzo Pitteri and Palazzo del Lloyd Triestino. It is an absolute must to stop and sit in one of the old cafés lining the square.

Teatro Romano

Teatro Romano

The Roman Theatre was built between the first and second century AD, on behalf of Quinto Petronio Modesto from Trieste and it can hold about 6,000 spectators. The statues that adorned the theatre are now preserved in the Town Museum.

Cattedrale di San Guisto Martire

Cattedrale di San Guisto Martire

Trieste Cathedral's main feature is a large 14th-century Gothic rose window and central location. There are three entrance portals, decorated with Roman material. To the side stands the 14th-century bell tower built in large blocks and decorated with a Romanesque style border and Gothic relief work depicting San Giusto, the city’s patron Saint.

Civico Museo del Mare

Civico Museo del Mare

This museum provides an interesting opportunity to get an overview of the history of Trieste as a city born of the sea. In connection to that, a comprehensive exhibition of reproductions of different types of ships and means of navigation.

Castello di Miramare

Castello di Miramare

In 1855, the Archduke Massimiliano of Hapsburgs built this palace and lived here with his wife Carlotta del Belgio, until 1864. Though beautiful, this castle holds a tormented story behind it: Massimiliano was killed in Mexico in 1867, and Charlotte died insane in a Belgian castle, sixty years later. The Duke of Aosta, who lived there some sixty years later, died in Africa during World War II.

Castello di Duino

Castello di Duino

At the end of the Rilke path, you will find the Castello Vecchio (10th-11th century), which survives today as the ruins of a tower and an arch. The Castello Nuovo is today a group of buildings of different ages, with a central courtyard and surrounded by a beautiful park.

Sentiero Rilke

Sentiero Rilke

Sentiero Rilke is one of the most enchanting paths in Carso, a wonderful walk starting from Sistiana and leading to the castle of Duino along white cliffs. Named after Rainer Maria Rilke, the famous poet from Prague, who loved walking here.

La Grotta Gigante

La Grotta Gigante

This cave is a spectacular jewel of natural phenomena. It was discovered in 1840, and opened to the public in 1908. An indeed unusual excursion into what looks like another world.

Golfo di Trieste

Golfo di Trieste

Enjoy the lovely views of Gulf of Trieste with its deep blue waters. On a warm day you can enjoy a picnic here.

Teatro Verdi

Teatro Verdi

Take an evening and visit the lovely Teatro Verdi for an opera or theatre experience. Have a look at their website to see what is on while you are there.

Strada Vicentina

Strada Vicentina

Take a walk along these beautiful trails with gorgeous panoramic views. Following the main trail will take you about 1.5-2 h, so bring comfortable shoes.

Civico Museo Sartorio

Civico Museo Sartorio

This lovely home is a contribution from the Costantinide family because of the legacy of Anna Segre Sartorio. Inside you will find furniture from the rococo and neo-gothic style.

INAF Trieste Astronomical Observatory

INAF Trieste Astronomical Observatory

INAF Trieste Astronomical Observatory was founded by the Empress Maria Theresia of Austria and dates back to 1753. This Astronomical Observatory is a great place to visit if you love science.

Golf Club

Golf Club

Take the chance and play some golf under the Trieste sun at this 18-hole course. They have a practice area which can be used even on a rainy day.

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