Things to Do

Trieste

David CostaMust See

Piazza Unità d'Italia

4.8 (56,129)

Europe's largest seafront square with grand architecture and cafes. Stroll and people-watch steps from the cruise terminal. Sunset aperitivo spot.

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Miramare Castle

4.7 (43,398)

White cliff-top castle with gardens; 20-min bus from port. Romantic Habsburg history and Adriatic views. Must tour interior.

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San Giusto Castle

Hilltop fortress with city panoramas and cathedral; funicular or walk. Medieval vibe. Affordable entry.

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Luca AmbrosinoPopular

Canal Grande

4.7 (6,066)

Venice-like canal with churches and cafes; walkable. People-watching and gelato. Charming urban stroll.

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Torre del Mangia? Wait, no - Trieste's Roman Theatre

4.3 (5,252)

1st-century amphitheater in city center; free views. Ancient ruins amid modern life. Underrated.

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Daniele PalazzoloHidden Gem

Molo Audace

4.7 (3,752)

Iconic pier for sea breezes and yacht views. Romantic walk. Local favorite.

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Museo JoyceHidden Gem

James Joyce Museum

4.0 (159)

Tiny apartment where Ulysses was written; literature fans' delight. Personal tour. Quick literary detour.

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Azienda Agricola CarsoHidden Gem

Carso Regional Park

5.0 (1)

Short bus to karst landscapes and caves; nature escape. Hike or view. Off-beat eco.

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Athens

Thodoris TresasMust See

Plaka Neighborhood

Whitewashed alleys, tavernas, and Anafiotika village. Souvlaki spots. Atmospheric stroll.

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david ogalla brunoMust See

Acropolis

4.8 (141,979)

Parthenon atop sacred rock with Parthenon views. Acropolis Museum nearby. Ancient pinnacle.

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Thomas KellyPopular

Temple of Olympian Zeus

4.4 (30,592)

Massive Corinthian columns by Hadrian's Arch. Stadium nearby. Ruins grandeur.

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Dionisis ArgiropoulosPopular

Monastiraki Flea Market

4.4 (13,541)

Bargains, gyros, and Acropolis views. Street food heaven. Bustling bazaar.

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Ludovit RepanPopular

Syntagma Square

4.5 (6,216)

Parliament guard changing hourly. National Gardens adjacent. Civic center.

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Willem BrookhuisHidden Gem

Ancient Agora

4.7 (38,696)

Socrates' stomping grounds with Temple of Hephaestus. Odeon ruins. Philosophical site.

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Blake StatonHidden Gem

Philopappos Hill

4.8 (21,494)

Hike for Acropolis/Piraeus sunset views. Prison of Socrates. Hilltop hike.

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LEEHYUNKYUHidden Gem

Kerameikos Cemetery

4.4 (6,289)

Ancient graves, pottery shards, walls. Museum on site. Etruscan gates. Necropolis quiet.

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דני קינןHidden Gem

Roman Agora & Tower of Winds

4.7 (1,507)

Market square with unique octagonal time/clock tower. Library remnants. Lesser-known ancient.

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Split

Miguel Ángel; Díaz IbáñezMust See

Diocletian's Palace

4.7 (89,442)

Roman emperor's retirement palace turned living city.

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Arpád BaloghMust See

Cathedral of Saint Domnius

4.6 (7,403)

Climb bell tower for palace views.

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Roger SmithPopular

Riva Promenade

Waterfront walk with cafes and yacht watching.

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Slavko JaksicPopular

Marjan Hill

4.8 (314)

Hike for views, beaches, and forest paths.

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Filippo GronchiPopular

Bacvice Beach

4.2 (275)

Sandy beach for picigin game and swimming.

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Olaf JönzenHidden Gem

Kliss Old Town

4.5 (11,435)

Game of Thrones filming site with fortress.

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Izmir

Gez Keşfet EğlenMust See

Izmir Clock Tower

Iconic seaside landmark, French clocks. Photo magnet. Waterfront symbol.

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Ediz Burak AksoyMust See

Kemeraltı Bazaar

4.4 (32,358)

Ottoman-era market streets, shops, mosques. Mosey for carpets, spices. Timeless trade.

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Murat AyhanMust See

Ancient Agora of Izmir

4.5 (3,537)

2nd-century Roman ruins, basilica, baths. Free entry, shaded. Underground history.

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Ömer DenizPopular

Alsancak Modern District

4.5 (26,352)

Trendy waterfront cafes, bird statue, architecture. Stroll dine. Urban chic.

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PrujinPopular

Kadifekale Castle

4.2 (3,091)

Hilltop Byzantine fortress, bay panoramas. Taxi up. Elevated stronghold.

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Volkan KazPopular

Atatürk Museum

4.8 (2,883)

Kemal Atatürk house, revolutionary artifacts. Personal history. Founder's home.

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Izmir Ephesus Tours - Ephesus day tourPopular

Ephesus Day Trip

4.3 (18)

UNESCO ancient city excursion from port. Library, theater. Library of Celsus.

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İsmail BülbülHidden Gem

Basmane Garage

Abandoned Ottoman train station, street art. Urban explorer. Graffiti gem.

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akinetonHidden Gem

Konak Square

Gov building, seafront plaza. People-watch. Civic heart.

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Sinem ErgunHidden Gem

Vakıflar Bazaar

4.1 (426)

Underground hammam ruins market. Steamy history. Subterranean shop.

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Istanbul

مصطفی جعفریMust See

Hagia Sophia

4.8 (134,196)

Byzantine masterpiece turned mosque with massive dome.

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Salehlərin BağçasıMust See

Blue Mosque

4.7 (115,926)

Stunning tiles and six minarets opposite Hagia Sophia.

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Aycan ParlakMust See

Topkapi Palace

4.6 (114,771)

Sultans' opulent home with harem and treasures.

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şadiye özçivitMust See

Basilica Cistern

4.6 (90,929)

Underground reservoir with Medusa heads.

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poto potoPopular

Galata Tower

4.6 (204,505)

Climb for Bosphorus panoramas.

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Frédéric JaworskiPopular

Spice Bazaar

4.5 (186,545)

Aromatic market for Turkish delights and teas.

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Dario ZampiniPopular

Grand Bazaar

4.4 (179,485)

Thousand shops for spices, carpets, and haggling.

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Bosphorus Cruise

4.4 (870)

Short boat ride for skyline views.

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Suleymaniye Mosque

4.9 (63,220)

Ottoman architectural gem with tombs.

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Jorge Lomas FernandezHidden Gem

Chora Church

4.5 (10,969)

Byzantine mosaics in Kariye Mosque.

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Things to Do

Trieste

Piazza Unità d'Italia

Miramare Castle

San Giusto Castle

Canal Grande

Torre del Mangia? Wait, no - Trieste's Roman Theatre

Molo Audace

James Joyce Museum

Carso Regional Park

Athens

Plaka Neighborhood

Acropolis

Temple of Olympian Zeus

Monastiraki Flea Market

Syntagma Square

Ancient Agora

Philopappos Hill

Kerameikos Cemetery

Roman Agora & Tower of Winds

Split

Diocletian's Palace

Cathedral of Saint Domnius

Riva Promenade

Marjan Hill

Bacvice Beach

Kliss Old Town

Izmir

Izmir Clock Tower

Kemeraltı Bazaar

Ancient Agora of Izmir

Alsancak Modern District

Kadifekale Castle

Atatürk Museum

Ephesus Day Trip

Basmane Garage

Konak Square

Vakıflar Bazaar

Istanbul

Hagia Sophia

Blue Mosque

Topkapi Palace

Basilica Cistern

Galata Tower

Spice Bazaar

Grand Bazaar

Bosphorus Cruise

Suleymaniye Mosque

Chora Church