Museo di Storia, Trieste

#33 among attractions in Trieste

Museum, History museum, Art museum

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Museo di Storia (address: Piazza della Cattedrale) is a place located in Trieste (Friuli-Venezia Giulia autonomous region) and belongs to the category of museum, history museum, art museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 171 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 45°38'47"N latitude and 13°46'16"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Museo di Storia is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Via San Michele (bus, 2 min walk), Molo Audace (ferry, 10 min walk), Piazza Oberdan (tram, 15 min walk), Trieste Centrale (train, 20 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Trieste Cathedral (church, 2 min walk), Church of Santa Maria Maggiore (church, 4 min walk), Arco di Riccardo (square, 4 min walk).

Coordinates: 45°38'47"N, 13°46'16"E

Address

Piazza della CattedraleTrieste 34121 Italy

Contact

+39 394 031 0500

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Nearby attractions include: Trieste Cathedral, Piazza Unità d'Italia, Saint Spyridon Church, Greek Orthodox Church of San Nicolò dei Greci.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museo di Storia open?

Museo di Storia is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Museo di Storia?

Nearby attractions include Trieste Cathedral, Trieste (2 min walk), Church of Santa Maria Maggiore, Trieste (4 min walk), Arco di Riccardo, Trieste (4 min walk), Tor Cucherna, Trieste (4 min walk).

How to get to Museo di Storia by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museo di Storia:

Bus

Via San Michele • Lines: 24 (2 min walk)
San Giusto • Lines: 24 (2 min walk)

Ferry

Molo Audace • Lines: Trieste - Grado (10 min walk)
Molo dei Bersaglieri • Lines: Ferry (11 min walk)

Tram

Piazza Oberdan • Lines: 2 (15 min walk)
Piazza Casali • Lines: 2 (21 min walk)

Train

Trieste Centrale (20 min walk)
Trieste Campo Marzio Smistamento (20 min walk)