Revoltella Museum

“Opened before WWII, the family-run Siora Rosa is one Trieste's best-loved traditional buffets (bar-restaurants). Sit outside or in the wonderfully retro interior and tuck into boiled pork, sauerkraut and other Germanic and Hungarian offerings, or opt for something fishy like baccalà (salted cod) with polenta.”

“The magnificent castle of Emperor Maximilan is one of the major sights. It used to be an Imperial residence until the end of the Austrian-Hungarian Empire and the furniture is still original. The park surrounding the castle used to be one of the most magnificent parks, it is not in the best conditions, now, but still nice for a stroll around and the entrance to the park is free. The view from the castle and also the park is really great. In summer you can go there even by boat and the view from the sea is one of my personal highlights.”

“One of the most prestigious historical cafés. The Viennese style grand café is an ideal place to hang out and have some coffee and cake - or even an aperitivo in a very classy but still relaxed atmosphere. Can be combined with a visit to the impressive Synagogue (the second largest in Europe) that is just around the corner. ”

“Il Castello di San Giusto si erge sul colle che domina Trieste, con una splendida vista sul suo golfo ed il suo entroterra. La costruzione della fortezza, voluta dagli imperatori d’Austria per proteggere e controllare la città e per dare alloggio al Capitano imperiale, si protrasse dal 1468 al 1636. *** The Castle of San Giusto stands on the hill overlooking Trieste, with an amazing view on its gulf and its hinterland. The construction of the fortress, which was sought by the emperors of Austria to protect and control the city and to give accommodation to the Imperial Captain, protruded from 1468 to 1636. ”

“This veritable hall of mirrors (specchi) first opened its doors back in 1839 and has more recently been taken over by the chocolatiering Faggiotto from Pordenone (although the matriarch is a local; in fact, she was Miss Trieste 1982). This is the ultimate Piazza Unità front-row seat, whatever the weather, and the coffee has returned to its once former glory.”