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Car hire in Trieste puts you in a wonderful position to explore across the border of three countries - Croatia, Slovenia and Italy. Visit our Trieste branch to let us send you on your way quickly and speedily. Hiring a car in Trieste puts Sezana, over the border in Slovenia, only a 2 minute drive away, and Rupa, in Croatia, only a 5 minute drive through a thin strip of Slovenia. If you intend to stay in Italy, Trieste itself has lots to offer, as does the city of Udine, a 5 minute drive west.
Vibrant Trieste Hiring a car in Trieste gives you more scope to discover the region, but also helps you to get around Trieste itself. A strange mix of Vienna and Venice, Trieste offers an Italian take on middle Europe - it has been part of the Italian republic for under a hundred years. From spring through to autumn, life happens along the Lungomare - a beach-like concrete promenade along the seashore where people relax, sunbathe and wander. Illy coffee is born in Trieste, so expect quality coffee, alongside great chocolate and a tasty black forest gateau. Trieste also offers 'buffets' filled with traditional Austro-Hungrian pork, sauerkraut and beer restaurants. Rent a car in Trieste and explore all that this unusual and inspiring city has to offer.
Pickup locations in Trieste
- Trieste Downtown - Bus station Silos
- Trieste Airport
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A quick guide to Trieste
San Nicolo Suites
Via San Nicolò, 8, Trieste, 34121
This elegant Trieste apartment near Piazza Unità d’Italia features designer furnishings, a spacious bathroom with Jacuzzi, modern kitchen, large TV, and excellent noise reduction. Guests praise the comfortable four-poster bed and attentive, friendly hosts.
Hotel NH Trieste
Corso Camillo Benso Conte di Cavour, 7, 34132 Trieste TS
NH Trieste is praised for its professional, warm staff and prime location near transport and attractions. Guests appreciate the clean, comfortable rooms and welcoming atmosphere, highlighting excellent hygiene and attentive service.
Savoia Excelsior Palace
Riva del Mandracchio, 4, 34124 Trieste TS, Italy
Savoia Excelsior Palace, an iconic seafront hotel in Trieste, combines historic grandeur with modern elegance. Recently renovated rooms offer stunning Gulf views, complemented by refined dining, elegant meeting spaces, and personalized, attentive service throughout the property.
Ristorante Buca 19 - Trieste
Località Padriciano, 34149, Trieste
Ristorante Buca 19, overlooking the Gulf of Trieste, offers a serene ambiance, refined cuisine with local ingredients, and attentive service, making it ideal for special occasions despite a selective, higher-priced menu.
Ristorante Navigando Trieste
Riva Nazario Sauro, 6, 34123 Trieste TS, Italy
Ristorante Navigando is praised for fresh, innovative seafood and stunning waterfront views. Guests appreciate efficient, professional service, though some note occasional seasoning issues, limited décor sophistication, and cramped seating in a cozy atmosphere.
Osteria El Cassettin
Via della Ginnastica 27 – Trieste 34128
Osteria El Cassettin is celebrated for its creatively crafted, high-quality fish dishes and cozy, tastefully furnished ambiance. Guests consistently praise the courteous, professional service and exceptional culinary creativity, making it a popular and valued dining destination.
Kleine Berlin
Via Fabio Severo, 34133 Trieste TS
The site comprises two interconnected tunnel systems: one, a city-built bomb shelter for civilians with basic facilities; the other, a complex German-built structure serving as storage and an exclusive SS air raid shelter during WWII.
Revoltella Museum
Via Armando Diaz, 27, 34123 Trieste
The Revoltella Museum, founded in 1872 by Baron Pasquale Revoltella, is a prestigious modern art institution in Trieste. It houses a vast collection of 19th and 20th-century Italian and international artworks, expanded through acquisitions and restorations.
Castello di San Giusto
P.za della Cattedrale, 3, 34131 Trieste
The Castle of San Giusto, built between 1468 and 1636, overlooks Trieste and its gulf. Now a city-owned museum, it has welcomed the public since 1936.
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