Trieste City Centre Travel Guide
Trieste
Visit Trieste City Centre
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.
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.
Marina San Giusto
Explore the waterfront in Trieste with a trip to Marina San Giusto. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Things to do
Trieste Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
Lake Bled and Ljubljana Tour from Trieste
Private Shopping Tour from Trieste Hotels to Palmanova Outlet
Treasure Hunt in Trieste La Vedova Giramondo
Sip & Step: A Flavorful Walk Through Koper's History
Top hotels in Trieste City Centre
Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste – Starhotels Collezione
Lovely hotel perfect for some downtime and relaxation located perfectly central. Staff were friendly and helpful especially on reception and room upgrade team.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Trieste
Very good hotel
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Hotel Città di Parenzo
All personnel is excellent and available.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Hotel Continentale
Room was clean and great toiletries, even conditioner. Staff was friendly. Breakfast was amazing!
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Le Terrazze
We enjoyed a wonderful stay in Trieste. The location of Le Terazze was perfect to walk to/from the train station and all of sights throughout the centre of the city
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Urban Hotel Design
Would stay here again. The staff is excellent—professional and helpful, especially Filippini at the front desk, and Tommy “the King of breakfast.” Breakfast buffet was outstanding and well worth the price. Bed was extremely comfortable. Room and facility was b very clean and well-maintained. Room ...
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Trieste City Centre
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.
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.
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.
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 Marinella while you're exploring the area.
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 Roseto di San Giovanni.
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.
