Altipiano Est Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Altipiano Est
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.
Miramare Castle
Learn about the local history of Grignano with a stop at Miramare Castle. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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.
Activities
Trieste Bus Tour with Audio Guide
Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle from Trieste
Private tasting experience of Friuli and Istrian wines
Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle - Small Group Tour from Trieste
Trieste Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
Our pick of the best Altipiano Est Hotel Deals
Bed & Breakfast Al Laghetto
Tutto nella norma
Reviewed on 22 July 2024
Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste – Starhotels Collezione
Beautiful hotel, with gorgeous views. Great place yo stay before or after a cruise.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Victoria Hotel Letterario
Fantastic hotel. Many nice amenities in the room! Very helpful staff. Central location and a very good value! Would absolutely stay there again.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
NH Trieste
Same old same old brand standards never change with NH as I’ve stayed in others and they always seem top of there game, staff always friendly
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Hotel Città di Parenzo
Like the hotel. Nice location, clean and quiet room.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Trieste
Great service, lovely rooms
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Altipiano Est
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 Fiera Trieste Exhibition Center.
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 Miramare Castle while you're exploring the area.
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.
Servola-Chiarbola-Valmaura-Borgo San Sergio
You'll enjoy the archaeological sites and gardens in Servola-Chiarbola-Valmaura-Borgo San Sergio. You might want to make time for a stop at Allianz Dome or Nereo Rocco Stadium.
Trieste City Centre
Discover Trieste City Centre, memorable for its historical sites. Popular attractions in Trieste City Centre include Piazza di Cavana and Piazza Unita d'Italia, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Trieste–Opicina Tramway.
