Explore the captivating city of Trieste on your own terms, and visit Miramare Castle.

Cross the border into Italy and explore the diversity of Trieste, in your own time. Sitting at a convergence of cultures, the city is brimming with cultural and historical monuments. You’ll find Italian, Slovenian and Austro-Hungarian influences, as well as Roman ruins, medieval gems and neoclassical splendours. But the city is also a popular shopping destination, with excellent restaurants and cafés. Nearby, you’ll visit fairy-tale-like Miramare Castle, which was built on a cliff above the sea by Maximilian of the Habsburgs. You’ll meander around the magnificent gardens and have some free time to explore the lavish interior. 

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