Walking Tour Around Trieste
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Discover the secrets of Trieste on a guided walking tour. Learn about the city's history, architecture, and important data, as well as many interesting legends and stories associated with this place. Don't miss it!
Trieste is an ancient city at the junction of Slavic, Latin, and Germanic cultures. Not only is it an ancient Roman city with an amphitheater, a medieval hilltop fortress, and bayside beaches, but it is also a major seaport, supplying Europe with coffee and Austria, Italy, and Slovenia with containers of goods from the Far East.
Over the past hundred years, Trieste has changed hands many times from opposing sides, but at the same time, it is a typical Italian city with a bustling street life, beautiful cafes, castles, and delicious cuisine.
During the tour, in addition to history, architecture, and important data, you will also learn about many interesting legends and stories associated with this place, take a look at the city through the eyes of Umberto Sabo, Italo Svevo, Charles VI, and Maria Theresa, sit in James Joyce's favorite cafe or taste blue coffee, see the house where the disgraced Spanish prince lived with his family and court, observe Trieste of the 1st century AD, and find out why obelisks were installed on the buildings.
Meeting point
Piazza del Ponterosso, The monument of Maria Theresa
Before you go
- Length
- About 1h 30min
- Languages
- English
- Usual start times
- 09:00, 11:30, 14:00 (Trieste time)
- Coming up
- 120 departures in 3 months, 35 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 1h 30min.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Piazza del Ponterosso, The monument of Maria Theresa. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
120 departures are listed in the next three months, 35 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 09:00, 11:30 and 14:00. Times are local to Trieste.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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