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Top 20 Best Things to Do in Trieste - 2023

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Discover the top attractions, sightseeing spots, activities, landmarks, and unforgettable experiences in Trieste. Plan your perfect itinerary and make the most of your visit to this vibrant destination.
Updated Sep 2023
  • No.1
    4.4/5
    16 Reviews
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    "I talked to you about a few Italian niche cities in the first few articles, and I continued today. Trieste is located on the northeastern shore of the Adriatic Sea, on the northwest side of the Istra Peninsula, and on the top of Trieste Bay, the largest free port city in Italy. After World War II, it was administered by Yugoslavia and returned to Italy after 1954. Today I will take you to the Italian Unification Square. This is the main square of Trieste, the largest seaside square in Europe. Surrounded by beige historical buildings on three sides, the other side is facing the bay, it looks very atmospheric, located at the foot of San Giusto Mountain, facing the Adriatic Sea, once the main port of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, not only the prosperous seaport city but also the center of music and literature. But then it gradually fell into depression with the integration of Italy. Italy has two unity squares, this is the earliest and largest, so you generally ask the Italians where is your unity square? They will tell you in Trieste. The other one I have been to in Florence, it is indeed half the size. The square was built in the 19th century around the city hall, district administration building and other government offices, and the opposite sea view is more beautiful, and the bronze statue of the flag-raising man on the shore is called the Liberation Monument. The most important thing here is the cruise home port, which can park tens of thousands of tons of large cruise ships. This time I came to Trieste at the invitation of Italy's largest cruise company, Gosida, because in two days, the new ship Gosida Venice in the photo is set sail. I am looking forward to it!"
    Trieste
    796m from downtown
    Highlights: The Unirii Square is the main square of Trieste and the largest seaside square in Europe. Surrounded by tall white buildings on three sides and facing the bay on the other side, it was once the main outlet for the Austro-Hungarian Empire, a once prosperous port city and a music and literature center, which gradually declined as it was merged into Italy. There are important buildings such as the City Hall around the square, and many local people gather here, which is very lively.
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  • No.2
    4.0/5
    3 Reviews
    "The Revoltella Museum, located in the heart of Trieste, is a collection of paintings and ancient home furniture from the 17th century or so of Italian nobles. The museum building was formerly the house of Italian nobles. The interior decoration is very particular. Gilted handles, gold wallpaper, look expensive."
    Trieste
    1.2km from downtown
  • No.3
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    Trieste
    3.6km from downtown
  • No.4
    4.3/5
    8 Reviews
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    "I took you to Bari a few days ago, and today we continue our trip to Trieste, Italy. Trieste is a famous seaport city in northeast Italy. Today, the Miramaré Castle I take you to is the city's most famous attraction, and the value of this castle is of great importance to the whole of Italy! She was built on the seaside of the Adriatic Sea, near Trieste Bay, between 1856 and 1860 for the Grand Duke of Austro-Hungarian Maximiliano I and his wife. The castle of Miramare was designed by Carl Junker and looks like it stands directly above the waves. Surrounded by a 22-hectare garden, this garden is known for its diverse tropical trees and flowers, quiet and elegant, comfortable and elegant, and this time I went to the middle of March, affected by the warm ocean currents, the flowers have been competing to open, people feel refreshed. The white Miramare Castle is surrounded by mountains and seas, with beautiful scenery. It is said that none of the many rooms in the castle can't see the sea, so this castle is known as a "water-friendly mansion". Walking into the castle, I visited Maximiliano I's master room and guest room, and pictures of his crowning Mexican lord hang on the walls. All rooms in the present Miramaré castle remain decorated and decorated in the same year, in a rationalist style, with decorations, furniture and other history dating back to the mid-19th century. Visiting the castle requires an appointment in advance, and the appointment form is handed over to the staff in the main entrance of the castle. Photographs are allowed in the castle but no videos are allowed. And you must visit in the order of signs placed inside, so you cannot walk around."
    Grignano
    7.8km from downtown
    Highlights: The castle is located 7 kilometers northwest of Trieste and was built in the mid-19th century by the then Archduke Ferdinand of Austria and his wife Charlotte. This castle built by the mountains and the sea, in addition to the exquisite castle, is also decorated with beautiful gardens along the coast, planted with rare and cherished plant species, full of different styles, there are also two ponds in the garden, with swans and swans. Lotus is famous, so this castle is a classic of fantasy neo-Gothic.
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  • No.5
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    Trieste
    420m from downtown
  • No.6
    4.3/5
    3 Reviews
    "SantoSpiridione Serbian Orthodox Church, located in the downtown area of Trieste, is the largest Orthodox Church in the area. The church building is Renaissance style. When there is usually no religious activity, you can visit it for free. There is a large square outside the church. Every night, there will be many locals here to take a leisure stroll, and the night view is very beautiful."
    Trieste
    420m from downtown
    Highlights: The Serbian Orthodox Church of SantoSpiridione is located along the canal. Built in 1868, it is a Byzantine building with a large dome and glittering mosaics on the walls of the building.
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  • No.7
    4.3/5
    4 Reviews
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    "St. Justus Cathedral, located on a hillside in downtown Trieste, built around the 12th century, the cathedral has two separate chapels, the interior decoration is simple, the light is also very dim, there are several exquisite oil lamps on the walls, it seems that the whole space is quiet and sacred."
    Trieste
    543m from downtown
    Highlights: The Cathedral of St. Justus was built in 1400. This cathedral is a combination of the two previous Christian churches, so the church combines Ravenna and Byzantine styles. The interior of the church has frescoes from the 12th-13th century and mosaics depicting the saint Justus, as well as a chapel of the EscorialCarlista where 9 members of the Spanish royal family are buried.
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  • No.8
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    Trieste
    756m from downtown
  • No.9
    5.0/5
    1 Reviews
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    "Canal Grande is the center of a great city. Venice has a reputation of being over-crowded and over-rated, but I didn’t think that at all. There are a ton of great places to eat on each side of the canal. And don’t forget the gelato!!!"
    Trieste
    614m from downtown
  • No.10
    4.0/5
    4 Reviews
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    "Trieste is the port city, industrial and commercial center of the northeastern Italian border, the capital of the province of Friuli-Venice Giulia and Trieste, and the Roman Theatre was built between the 1st and 2nd centuries AD, typical of the semicircular Roman Theatre. Located on the southeast side of Unification Square, there are occasional concerts in summer."
    Trieste
    501m from downtown
    Highlights: The Roman Theater of Trieste is located on the southeast side of the Unity Square. It was built between the 1st and 2nd centuries AD and is a typical semi-circular ancient Roman theater. Whenever summer comes, if you are lucky, you can enjoy a concert here.
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  • No.11
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 913 reviews
    Trieste
    1km from downtown
  • No.12
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 881 reviews
    Trieste
    2.9km from downtown
  • No.13
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 1679 reviews
    Trieste
    564m from downtown
  • No.14
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    Trieste
    4.8km from downtown
  • No.15
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 416 reviews
    Trieste
    3.3km from downtown
  • No.16
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 318 reviews
    Trieste
    712m from downtown
  • No.17
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 434 reviews
    Trieste
    6.9km from downtown
  • No.18
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    Trieste
    712m from downtown
  • No.19
    3.0/5
    1 Reviews
    "Italy's achievements in ancient astronomical observations are obvious, and the equipment was at the leading level at the time!"
    Trieste
    599m from downtown
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    Trieste
    10.3km from downtown

FAQ

What are some Best Things to Do in Trieste?
Some Best Things to Do in Trieste include:Unity of Italy Square|Revoltella Museum|Historical Museum if the Miramar Castle|Miramare Castle|Serbian Orthodox Church of Saint Spyridon
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Trieste?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Trieste include:Unity of Italy Square:4.4|Miramare Castle:4.3|Chiesa Serbo - Ortodossa di San Spiridione:4.3|Cattedrale di San Giusto Martire:4.3|Canale Grande:5.0
At what locations in Trieste can Best Things to Do in Trieste be found?
The Best Things to Do in Trieste are mainly located in:Unity of Italy Square:Trieste|Revoltella Museum:Trieste|Historical Museum if the Miramar Castle:Trieste|Miramare Castle:Grignano|Serbian Orthodox Church of Saint Spyridon:Trieste