Venice to Trieste
 

Has anyone traveled from Venice to Trieste? Train or bus? We will be in Venice for a day, then travel to Trieste for 5 days for business, then back to Venice. We will be traveling with our 11 month old son so I'm trying to do as much research ahead of time as possible. Should I exchange my money at the airport when we land or somewhere else? Any thoughts on Trieste as a city? Is there any reason to bring a car seat? Thanks!

ttt for khill

Hi Kh,

Train from Venice to Trieste takes about 2 hr. See www.trenitalia.com for schedules and tickets.

>Should I exchange my money at the airport when we land or somewhere else?<

Do not bring money. Bring your ATM card for when you need cash, otherwise use your credit card.

Some people like to change about $100 into euro at the departure airport. You lose about$4 on the exchange, but won't have to look for ATMs upon landing.

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Trains from Venezia to Trieste are generally hourly and there is no reason to buy tickets in advance. Just buy a ticket at the station and get on the next train. Tickets are valid two months from the date of purchase, but must be stamped in a machine before boarding the train.
Trieste is a fascinating city but does not feel Italian: it was part of the Austrian empire and now sits next to the Slovenian border. You can get a bus across the border to visit the attractive old towns of Koper or Piran.

I will be in Trieste during the Christmas holiday. Can someone recommend restaurants?
I love to eat!!!
Thanks, very much..
Bob

khill: I am sure the train and bus ride are beautiful, especially once you reach the Gulf of Trieste. The views are nothing short of awsome.
However, you will miss a lot of worthwhile stops along the way on a train or bus. Now, if you are unalterably opposed to driving, read no further. I must admit that I am an inveterate driver.
The first part of the trip is interesting, small towns, farms, business strips, etc. driving or by train/bus. But the opportunity to turn off for Aquileia, a major Roman seaport, to see the ruins is one of the stops you might want to make. The mosaic inlaid floors of the various buildings are beautiful and the floor of the old Cathedral is spectacular.
Further south on this penninsula is the old fishing village of Grado which we enjoyed thoroughly. Back up the penninsula toward Monfalcone takes you to the main road to Trieste and you are on the Gulf's edge the rest of the way. You will pass caves, castle ruins and oh the views.
About seven miles south of Trieste is the ancient fishing village of Muggia. It is a wonderful stop and if you hike up the hill to the castle and the old church, you will again have the views, this time across the Gulf to Trieste. Some of the architecture and gardens on the way up are worth the hike alone.
If you do a search above on Trieste, you will get quite a bit more information, my own included. Have a great trip.