
Guided tour of Cividale, a UNESCO site for Lombard history
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Is Guided tour of Cividale, a UNESCO site for Lombard history worth booking?
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
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
We will visit the Cathedral where every Epiphany the broadsword mass takes place recalling the era of the patriarchs of Aquileia.
20 minutes here
Stautua Bronzea di Giulio Cesare
We will talk about the Roman history of Cividale
10 minutes here
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
Monumento ad Adelaide Ristori
Adelaida was an Italian singer
5 minutes here
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
Il Tempietto Longobardo - World Heritage Site
Lombard church from the eighth century
10 minutes here · Admission not included
La Casa Medioevale
We visit the oldest house in Cividale from outside, dating back to the thirteenth century
5 minutes here
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
Discesa al Fiume Natisone dal Belvedere
We observe the Natisone river and the Alps from the Belvedere sul Natisone
10 minutes here · Admission included
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
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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
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Guided tour of Cividale, a UNESCO site for Lombard history: questions travelers ask
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How much does Guided tour of Cividale, a UNESCO site for Lombard history cost?
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Prices start at $259 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Trieste usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Guided tour of Cividale, a UNESCO site for Lombard history take?
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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.
Is Guided tour of Cividale, a UNESCO site for Lombard history worth it?
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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.
Can I cancel or reschedule Guided tour of Cividale, a UNESCO site for Lombard history?
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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.
Is Guided tour of Cividale, a UNESCO site for Lombard history suitable for kids and families?
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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.
How far in advance should I book Guided tour of Cividale, a UNESCO site for Lombard history?
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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.
What are the best things to do in Trieste?
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On Outty we rank every Trieste experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Trieste: Unique Food Tour with Local Flavors and Tastings, Prosecco Origins Wine Experience, Private Trieste Sightseeing Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Trieste?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Trieste?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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