I couldn't miss the old No 2 tram parked up at a terminal stop right outside the Albergo alla Posta hotel on the night we arrived. To my amusement it turned out to be the very tram I wanted to ride up to Opicina and I enjoyed the ride very much. Much has already been said about the panoramic views of the lower city and port so I'll concentrate on the fact that it only costs 1.30 euros and eventually stops at the Tramway cafe near the sheds where a coffee costs only 1 euro. This will be necessary if you visit in winter and the icy Bora is blowing. Perhaps on a lucky day you could have a look at the sheds but I do not know this for certain.I like the idea that as well as being an attraction it forms a necessary part of the city's transport system for local residents. Everyone should ride on it at least once.
My husband loves this tram as it so reminds him of his childhood. We rode it twenty years ago and again on our most recent visit. It's a historical gem and the ride and destination overlooking all of Trieste is a must do. It's a small piece of what Trieste once was and for all of the changes taking place in Trieste it's nice to have these little things that remain unchanged.
We travelled from Ljubljana to Villa Opicina to get the tram to Trieste but it was not in operation. As we were informed it is usually out of service for many months every year, so don't really count on it. The locals didn't know when it would be back to service again.As we did a similar route by taxi in the end, the route is amazing with scenic views of Trieste and the see. So if you are not in a hurry and the tram is in operation, just take it!!
Had the opportunity to take the tram from Trieste to Villa Opicina and it was a great "short" trip - the views were break taking and it was a great way to make the trip. Its well worth the very modest price of just over 1 Euro.
The Opicina Tramway is a wonderful way to move from the lower levels of Trieste to Opicina where there are magnificent views of the city below and the beautiful Gulf of Trieste. The cost is very modest and well worth the experience. It is not just for tourists though, but is a vital part of the city's transport infrastructure that was sorely missed when it was out of action for a substantial length of time! We were in Trieste in October 2013 also and it had not been running. There were many celebrations when it went back into service last month!
Yes please take a ride back in history on this very old tram. The ride has some very steep sections and offer some great views. A must do in Trieste
Well we ran for the tram we saw one leaving the station in late July, August 2014 this year as we had planned to take the cross-country trip from Venice in to Slovenia. I tried to get a photo but my phone wouldn't load fast enough so I missed it completely which made me really sad. We asked when the next one would be in but we were told the one that just left was one being repaired or doing repairs and that it wasn't running!So we had to get the stinkin' bus up the mountainside :( Which is still nice but nowhere near as nice as I imagine the tram to be.
If you are in Trieste this tram is a must it was built in the early 20th century if you buy a ticket 1.3 euros and return within 1 hour that's free but there is a little town above called. Opicina it,s worth a visit especially the large bar just below the terminus get a drink and help yourselves to free canapés they are delicious really all freshly made the tram almost immediately drives in front of a shunting trailor then is pulled up a 1 in 4 gradient one at top does the reverse it,s fascinating all done by cables and counterbalance I stood next to driver and videoed it the city is well worth a visit you could easily spend a week there (stop at residence Bonomo. we did) if anybody would like to know about this area I,m here to help by the way at Obelisco stop you can get off and see the marvellous view of this city ,ps there is a free camper stop nearby for motorhomers
Yes, If you were excited about riding the famous Tram on your visit to Trieste, then you could be disappointed. It has not been working for some time and by what we have read in the local paper, it could be out for ever, as various authorities are arguing about who is responsible for the costs.This is a serious mistake on the part of " whoever" decides, as it has been a real tourist drawcard in the past and certainly would be in the future.
It's great to take a ride on the opicina tram to Trieste, the view is magnificent. I live only 15km from Opicina and I sometimes take my own kids and my pupils (I teach Italian at a primary school) to Treste by tram and they always love it. I hope it works soon.