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Italy · Ships call at Trieste, Italy
Most ships use the Molo Bersaglieri piers on the city waterfront, next to Piazza Unità d’Italia. A few use Pier 57, a more industrial berth that is best reached by taxi. Trieste Airport is about 45 minutes away by road, and Venice Marco Polo is about two hours away.
Ships leave from Trieste Cruise Terminal, Molo Bersaglieri, Molo dei Bersaglieri 3, 34123 Trieste. Some ships use Pier 57 on Via della Rampa instead, so check your boarding documents. (Source: Cruise Deals Tips and Tricks)
Prices and drive times were checked in October 2026 and change. Allow extra time on busy sailing days.
What cruisers do the day before boarding or after getting off, collected in October 2026. Each item links to where it came from.
The largest seaside square in Europe, lined on three sides by grand buildings from the Austrian Empire.
Source: Norwegian Cruise Line
A long stone pier on the waterfront next to the piazza.
Source: Norwegian Cruise Line
A hilltop castle the Austrians built against the Venetians, with views over the city and exhibits inside.
Source: Norwegian Cruise Line
A white castle on the water, with about 50 acres of gardens.
Source: Norwegian Cruise Line
A maritime museum with model ships, salvaged equipment and the history of the port.
Source: Norwegian Cruise Line
One of the largest tourist caves in the world, about 20 minutes away by car, with a central cavern over 100 meters high.
Source: Norwegian Cruise Line
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The best months to visit Trieste by cruise ship are June, July, August. During these months you can expect the driest weather and the most comfortable temperatures for port excursions.
Cruisers most often mention: Piazza Unità d’Italia; Molo Audace; San Giusto Castle; Miramare Castle; Museo del Mare; Grotta Gigante.
Trieste is a regular port of call for many cruise lines. The ships-calling list above has the next sailings for live departure dates, or search all itineraries that include Trieste.