Guided tour of Cividale, a UNESCO site for Lombard history in Trieste
Trieste, Italy

Guided tour of Cividale, a UNESCO site for Lombard history

Outty Ranking 45 4.0 · 1 traveler reviews2.5 hoursFrom $259
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Guided tour of Cividale, a UNESCO site for Lombard history is a 2.5-hour experience in Trieste, Italy, from $259 per person. It scores 45 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
45 / 100
Rating
4/5 (1)
Duration
2.5 hours
From
$259 per person

Cividale, the first Duchy of the Lombards in Italy We will discover Cividale, a UNESCO site since 2011 for its Lombard treasures, of which the Longobard Temple is the most famous. It was the first Duchy of the Lombards

What you get

    About this experience

    Cividale, the first Duchy of the Lombards in Italy We will discover Cividale, a UNESCO site since 2011 for its Lombard treasures, of which the Longobard Temple is the most famous. It was the first Duchy of the Lombards on Italian soil from the sixth to the end of the eighth century. A walk through the alleys will take you back to the past. The town has always been a meeting point for cultures and peoples: from the Celts to the Romans, from the Carolingians to the Patriarchate of Aquileia. There are countless artistic beauties and monuments of art such as the Cathedral where every Epiphany the evocative rite of the Mass of the Spadone takes place, the Monastery of Santa Maria in Valle with at its center the already mentioned incredible Lombard Temple artfully preserved. We will visit the famous "Devil's Bridge" and the lookout, from where you have a wonderful view of the historical part and the Alps which form the border with neighboring Slovenia. Cividale awaits you with this wonderful tour.

    What's included

    Included

    • Guided tour of Cividale / walking tour of Cividale

    Not included

    • Entrance to the monastery Santa Maria in Valle / Lombard Temple

    What you'll see and do

    1. Piazza Paolo Diacono a Cividale del Friuli

      The square where Paulus Diaconus lived, he was a Lombard historian and monk. He wrote Historia Gentis Langobardorum

      15 minutes here

    2. We will visit the Cathedral where every Epiphany the broadsword mass takes place recalling the era of the patriarchs of Aquileia.

      20 minutes here

    3. Stautua Bronzea di Giulio Cesare

      We will talk about the Roman history of Cividale

      10 minutes here

    4. Museo Archeologico Nazionale

      We visit from outside the building where the National Museum of Archeology is located, designed by Andrea Palladio.

      Pass by without stopping

    5. Monumento ad Adelaide Ristori

      Adelaida was an Italian singer

      5 minutes here

    6. Monastero di Santa Maria in Valle

      We visit the former Santa Maria in Valle convent which houses the very famous Longobard Temple and a splendid wooden choir from the fourteenth century!

      25 minutes here · Admission not included

    7. Il Tempietto Longobardo - World Heritage Site

      Lombard church from the eighth century

      10 minutes here · Admission not included

    8. La Casa Medioevale

      We visit the oldest house in Cividale from outside, dating back to the thirteenth century

      5 minutes here

    9. Ponte del Diavolo

      We will talk about the famous legend of the devil's bridge, symbol of Cividale, enjoying the view of the Natisone river.

      10 minutes here

    10. Discesa al Fiume Natisone dal Belvedere

      We observe the Natisone river and the Alps from the Belvedere sul Natisone

      10 minutes here · Admission included

    11. Ipogeo Celtico

      Stop outside the entrance to the Celtic Hypogeum. The function of this extraordinary cave is still unclear today. A tomb from the Celtic era?

      Pass by without stopping

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Trieste

    At the unloading/loading of tourist buses

    Meeting point

    Trieste

    Next to the fountain

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    We will finish the visit at the lookout terrace after the devil's bridge.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    de, en, it, nl
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 12 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Explore Friuli

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • you have to be able to walk for 2 hours straight

    Photos

    The domeThe historic centerDetail of the Lombard TempleStatue of Julius CaesarView of the NatisoneCividale

    Good to know

    Duration
    2.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    0
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 45

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)74
    Review evidence (18% weight)13
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)5
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)46
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

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    Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Trieste is not rushed.

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 45 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Trieste, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

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    Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Trieste can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Trieste and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Guided tour of Cividale, a UNESCO site for Lombard history start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Trieste within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

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