Barriera Vecchia-San Giacomo
Trieste
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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.
Trieste Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Trieste with a trip to Trieste Harbour. Wander the seaside in this quaint area.
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.
Golfo di Trieste
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Golfo di Trieste during your travels in Trieste. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Castello di San Giusto
Enjoy stunning city views from the ramparts of this 15th-century castle, which is also home to an impressive armory and a civic museum.
Things to do
Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle - Small Group Tour from Trieste
Trieste Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
Treasure Hunt in Trieste La Vedova Giramondo
Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle - Shore Excursion from Trieste
Top hotels in Barriera Vecchia-San Giacomo
Victoria Hotel Letterario
Everything was Fantastic! Very pleased with our stay. Great location. Lots of food options within walking distance. Will stay here again.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Residence Garibaldi
Quick response from staff members, easy check-in, wonderful accommodations, clean and well appointed
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Hotel San Giusto
This is a good hotel, at 35 min. walk from the train station (up hill). The service is excellent and the breakfast to be recommended. The room was clean, the bed good and the shower good except that the cubicle is small.
Reviewed on 6 May 2025
Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste – Starhotels Collezione
DoubleTree by Hilton Trieste
Great location, beautiful building
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
NH Trieste
Clean, spacious room, modern facilities and lovely staff. Good location too
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Barriera Vecchia-San Giacomo
Città Nuova-Barriera Nuova-San Vito-Città Vecchia
Discover Città Nuova-Barriera Nuova-San Vito-Città Vecchia, memorable for its historical sites. Popular attractions in Città Nuova-Barriera Nuova-San Vito-Città Vecchia include Marina San Giusto and Piazza Unita d'Italia, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Trieste–Opicina Tramway.
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.
Trieste City Centre
Discover Trieste City Centre, memorable for its historical sites. Popular attractions in Trieste City Centre include Piazza Unita d'Italia and Teatro Lirico Giuseppe Verdi, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Trieste–Opicina Tramway.
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 San Giovanni Park.
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.
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.
