Best of Trieste Guided Walking Tour

Explore Trieste’s history and architecture on a 2-hour guided walking tour. Visit Piazza Unità d’Italia, Roman Theatre, San Giusto Cathedral, and more.

Duration: 2 hours, 15 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Piazza dell’Unita d’Italia - Begin your journey at the square that epitomizes Trieste.
  • Piazza della Borsa - A bustling square in Trieste filled with bars, restaurants, shops, and architectural treasures.
  • Arco di Riccardo - Discover a well-preserved Roman arch from the 1st century AD, standing in stark contrast to the modern cityscape.
  • Cattedrale di San Giusto Martire - Located on a hill in the historic center, it unveils the medieval and ancient facets of Trieste. To get there, you can either walk up the hill or take an elevator.
  • Monumento ai caduti di Trieste - Delve into Trieste’s wartime history through this poignant memorial honoring the fallen soldiers of World War I.
  • Teatro Romano di Trieste - Admire the remnants of the ancient Roman era in Trieste with this antique theater.
  • Canale Grande - A picturesque spot in the heart of Borgo Teresiano, flanked by historic buildings, charming cafes, and landmarks like the neoclassical church of Sant’Antonio Taumaturgo.
What's Included
  • Fun facts
  • Licensed tour guide
  • Option to adapt itinerary to clients’ needs
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Discover the charms of Trieste on this 2 hour walking tour, through history, culture and architecture. Begin your journey at the stunning Piazza Unità d’Italia, one of Europe’s largest sea-facing squares, surrounded by magnificent neoclassical buildings. Wander through the narrow streets of the Città Vecchia to the ancient Roman Theatre, a testament to the city’s rich past. Walk up the hill of San Giusto and visit the Cathedral of San Giusto, the historical heart of the modern town. Descend via the old Jewish ghetto and head through the Borgo Teresiano district, with its imperial Grand Canal and elegant palaces. End your tour with a leisurely walk back to the main square. Perfect for history enthusiasts, architecture lovers, and anyone looking to experience the eclectic charm of this coastal city. The itinerary may be adapted at the guide’s discretion according to client’s needs. Note: covered knees and shoulders required to enter the church. Tour duration includes transit time.

  • To enter San Giusto church and other places of worship, shoulders and knees should be covered.
  • No wheelchair access to San Giusto church, itinerary will be adapted to mobility requirements.
Location
Fountain of the Four Continents
Piazza Unità d'Italia
We will meet near the Four Continents Fountain by the town hall.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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