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Herewith we selected for you a list of recommended activities while staying at us
Things to do in Trieste and surroundings
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Moon Bay or the Bay of the Cross
Beach experience: ★★★★★ (5) Moon Bay beach is referred to as the most beautiful beach in Slovenia! Moon bay is nested along the Slovene coast of the Adriatic sea in the Strunjan Nature Park. Moon Bay in Strunjan is a favorite among locals and travelers for its pristine natural beauty and its crystal clear waters.…
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Osp (Rock climbing, Hiking)
Rock Climbing This is one of the most well know climbing site in Slovenia! This is one of the most well know climbing site in Slovenia! Number of routes: 229 Difficulty: 3 / 9a Route height: 8 – 140 m Access: 10 min Altitude: 50 m Google Maps Instructions Best time for climbing: Climbing area…
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Cycling – 15 Best routes
Discover numerous hidden corners our coastal towns have to offer with the wind against you! Bike trails Plan your trip with the interactive bike trail map. Interactive applications Download free mobile applications for a careless bike trip. Cycling Websites Highly recommend: https://www.slo-istra.bike/en/ They do recommend: www.komoot.com Here are some suggestions from their websites: Easy routes…
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7 Bike Routes on Slovenian Coast
Explore the 3 countries from the starting point in Slovenia. The tours offer unforgettable moments of the ride across the most beautiful spots of the northern Adriatic Coast. The tours are ranging from 100 minute to a couple of day long trips, run through the unspoiled nature, Landscape parks, historical places with the delicious food…
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Panoramic flights
Experiences: ★★★★★ (5) Surprise your loved one! Panoramic flights at Airport Portorož are available during whole year with a motor plane Cessna 172 in which there is room for three passengers and the pilot. In advance we have prepared most popular flight routes in flight packages. By prior arrangement you can also book a flight…
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Lepa vida – Thalasso Spa at the Piran Saltpans
Price: €€ Experiences: ★★★★★ (5) Thalasso Spa at the Piran Saltpans Working hours: October to May: CLOSED MAY – AUGUST 10.00 – 20.00 SEPTEMBER 10.00 – 18.00 The SPA is open only when weather conditions are favorable. Address: Seča 115, Portorož Phone: +386 5 67213 60 Website: www.thalasso-lepavida.si Reservation is required! Google Maps Instructions What…
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Prince of Venice
Price: €€ Experiences: ★★★★★ (5) Embark on an unforgettable day trip by catamaran from Piran to Venice The Prince of Venice catamaran is one of the easiest ways to visit Venice. Take a memorable day trip by ferry, ship or catamaran to Venice (Italy) from Piran. A comfortable voyage to the most beautiful water city…
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Postojna Cave Park
Ticket price for visiting Postojna cave: €€ (from 20€ to 90€) Experiences: ★★★★★ (5) Tickets price vary based on what would you like to visit. Options are: Postojna CavePredjama CastleVivariumExpo Cave Karst Strongly suggested to visit while driving from Koper back to Ljubljana Try “Trek through Three Caves” package, if available. Address: Jamska cesta 30,…
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Škocjan Caves
Ticket price for Skocjan caves : € (8€ – 18€) Experiences: ★★★★★ (5) Suggested to visit while driving from Koper back to Ljubljana Address: Škocjan 2, DivačaAbout 20 minutes drive from KoperGoogle Maps Instructions Description of the Skocjan caves The Škocjan Caves are a unique natural phenomenon, the creation of the Reka River. The Reka…
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Narrow streets of medieval Piran
Experiences: ★★★★★ (5)Level of difficulty: Easy Bring your camera! The old town is quite small and is best explored on foot. Piran is a small medieval town on the Slovenian coast. Piran is a labyrinth of beautiful narrow streets with colorful old houses and is full of culture and history. There are many souvenir shops…
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Marezige wine fountain
Price: € Experiences: ★★★★★ (5) Wine Tasting Package, View Glass with a View The first Wine Fountain in Slovenia offers a unique and unforgettable experience for wine lovers and gourmets. With a wonderful view of the Slovenian coast, you can enjoy excellent wines from local wine cellars and homemade Istrian delicacies. Our basic offer consists…
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Truffles: Hunting, Cooking and Tasting
Price: €€€ (99€ – 149€ per person) Experiences: ★★★★★ (5) Are you interested in the secrets of truffles? Now is the chance to get to know truffles in all aspects, in theory, and in practice. IstraTerra tour description First, we will go hunting, we will meet a truffle hunter with a dog, collect truffles together,…
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Casinos on the Slovenian coast
Experiences: ★★★★ (4) Casino Bernardin Address: Obala 2, PortorožGoogle Maps Instructions Casino Riviera Open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.Address: Obala 33, PortorožGoogle Maps Instructions Grand Casinò Portorož Casino with the oldest tradition in Slovenia.Address: Obala 33, PortorožGoogle Maps Instructions Grand Casinò Lipica The casino was completely renovated in 2023Opening hours: 10:00 –…
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Grocery stores – Trieste (Eataly)
There are many grocery stores in Trieste, like Despar, Aldi, PAM, Eurospar, Conad where you can by food products. Most supermarkets are open from 8:00 till 20:00, on Sundays till 13:00. However, if you would like to buy first-class Italian specialties we suggest Eataly. This is a franchise store where you can buy first-class Italian…
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Palmanova Outlet Village – Italy
Designer outlet stores Here you can get all the major designer brands for half price! You are safe from counterfeit products. Explore Palmanova Village Treat yourself to a unique experience in Palmanova Village. Enjoy a stroll through the streets to check out our 90 stores, stop for a well-earned break in our inviting bars and…
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Designer Outlet Noventa di Piave – Italy
The biggest designer outlet city in Italy! Here you can get all the major designer brands for half price! Enjoy a stroll through the streets to check out our 170 stores, stop for a well-earned break in our inviting bars and restaurants, and choose from all the invaluable services that help make your shopping trip…
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Il Pane Quotidiano – Lungomare, Barcola beach Trieste
Price: € Restaurant experience: ★★★★★ (5) The best beach bar on Barcola beach! In the summer months, there is sometimes a line waiting for a free table. Trust me, it’s worth the wait. Cocktails and snacks are absolutely delicious. And one more thing – seagulls are quite aggressive birds here. And if you’re sitting on…
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Bracerie Venete – Trieste
Price: €€€ Restaurant experience: ★★★★★ (5) Meat restaurant The best steak restaurant in Trieste! Address: Via della Madonnina 5, TriesteOpening hours: from 19:00 till 22:30Sunday ClosedReservation preferred: +39 040 765058Google Maps Instructions What they say about themselves in the Bracerie Venete Passion The specialty that distinguishes us is the daily offer of fresh and selected…
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Al Toscano – Trieste
Price: €€ Restaurant experience: ★★★★ (4) Meat restaurant Real Tuscan cuisine! This restaurant is a well-hidden gem in Trieste. Characteristic Tuscan cuisine, game, wood-fired grill in the room where the customer directly sees the meat being cooked. In addition to our traditional dishes, you will find a selection of fine Florentine beef, ribs and other…
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Osmiza – the culinary and wine traditions of the Trieste
Osmiza – an culinary experience you just can’t miss! Another way to learn about the culinary and wine traditions of the Trieste area is to go to an osmiza restaurants. It’s an experience you just can’t miss! What is an osmiza? It is an ancient tradition dating back to the time of Maria Theresa of…
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Wedding day at Villa Bonomo – Trieste
A beautiful villa in the style of Austro-Hungarian architecture. Villa Bonomo host varied cultural events: concerts or music festivals, exhibitions of individual or collective artists, dance performances inside the villa or in gardens. You can also take bus number 38. Address: Via Bonomea 261, Trieste Phone: +39 338 291 6593 Website: www.villabonomo.it Google Maps Instructions…
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Parking and driving in Trieste
Driving in Trieste The first thing you will notice is that the people of Trieste drive very slowly and that they mostly do not respect traffic signs. It is best, or mandatory, to adapt to their driving style. The streets in Trieste are mostly very narrow and many are one-way streets. If you want to…
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Sailing in Trieste bay
Sailing Yacht Tour to Duino Castle Price: €€ (about 150€, 4-5 hours)Experiences: ★★★★★ (5) Join a group sailing, taste local food and wines. You will admire Trieste from another perspective, we will sail under Castles and cliffs along the coast with rich colors. It will be 4 to 5 hours of pure relaxation in the…
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Piazza Unity of Italy – Trieste
Piazza Unity of Italy is the main square, home of the Town Hall, universally recognized as one of the most beautiful squares in Italy, as well as the largest square open to the sea in Europe. Its setting of historic buildings and buildings and the view of the gulf give it an incomparable atmosphere. If…
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Canal Grande – Trieste
Another of the symbolic places to see in Trieste that you simply cannot miss is the Grand Canal. It was built so that boats could reach the city center to unload and load goods. It is located in the very center of the city of Trieste, approximately halfway between the railway station and Piazza Unità…
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The Audace Pier – Trieste
A few steps from Piazza Unità d’Italia you reach the Molo Audace, one of the most loved places by Trieste residents and tourists who visit the city. Originally built in 1751, on a ship wreck (the San Carlo), it was later renamed in honor of the first Italian ship that moored at the end of…
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Muzio de Tommasini Public Garden – Trieste
A beautiful green park under plane trees in the center of Trieste. There are busts of Slovenian and Italian poets and writers in the park. The park has a dense shade that fits in the summer heat. Pink-ponk tables are also available for use. If you don’t have your racket and ball, ask the locals.…
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Miramare Castle – Trieste
One of the most beautiful castles in Italy! The Miramare Castle looks over the Gulf of Trieste, running out into the sea on top of a cliff. With its eclectic style and Istrian white stone, it is unmistakable no matter how you look at it. Hiking Parking Paid parking is available in front of Miramare…
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Castle of San Giusto – Trieste
Wander around the walls for magnificent views. The Castle of San Giusto stands on the hill overlooking the city of Trieste, its gulf and its hinterland. Hiking Trip to the Castle of San Giusto is also a popular hiking trip around Trieste. Parking Parking near the Castle is not available! This bus lines stop near…
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Viale XX Settembre – Trieste
Viale XX Settembre is one of the most pleasant and popular walks in the city. Viale XX Settembre is an island of peace reserved for pedestrians only. There are tall sycamore trees along the entire length of the street, so the street is quite cool in the hot summer months. Viale XX Settembre is home…