Trieste
Italy
Updated on August 31, 2025
Overview
Port city located in northeastern Italy, in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region, very close to the borders with Slovenia and Croatia. Former capital of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, it stands out for its impressive architecture, rich multicultural history and spectacular views of the Adriatic Sea. Named among the top 10 global destinations for 2025.
Average cost of living€1,762.05
Quality of Life86/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€400.00
1-bed flat (center)€733.33
1-bed flat (outside)€582.00
3-bed flat (center)€1,152.00
3-bed flat (outside)€850.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€200.00
Internet€27.00
Mobile plan€15.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€1.45
Monthly pass€38.05
Taxi start€3.50
Gasoline (1 l)€1.71
Leisure
Cinema ticket€9.00
Fitness club€35.00
Education
Preschool (month)€400.00
Intl. primary (year)€6,500.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€3,039.94
sqm outside center€1,699.94
Advantages
- ✓ Strategic location near Slovenian and Croatian borders
- ✓ Rich multicultural history and Austro-Hungarian architecture
- ✓ Spectacular views of the Adriatic Sea
- ✓ Recognized as an emerging tourist destination for 2025
- ✓ Region with 5 UNESCO World Heritage sites
- ✓ Excellent connections to Central Europe
- ✓ Unique gastronomy mixing Italian, Austro-Hungarian and Slavic influences
- ✓ Important port with maritime connections
Disadvantages
- × Relatively small city with limited entertainment options
- × Weather can be windy due to coastal location
- × Limited job market compared to larger cities
- × Seasonal tourism may affect prices
- × Limited public transportation
- × Fewer international opportunities than European capitals