Muggia is an Italian port-town in the region of Friuli Venezia Giulia. Overlooking the Bay of Muggia, it is the last of the Istrian towns. Muggia is extremely picturesque and devoid of tourists. It also makes a great day trip from Trieste.
WHAT TO SEE IN MUGGIA:
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- Admire Muggia’s architecture which is highly influenced by the Venetians. In Piazza Macroni is a statue of a winged lion that is a symbol of Venice since centuries. The piazza also houses the main church or Duomo dedicated to Saint John and Paul.
- Take a walk around the piazza and grab an espresso at any of the Bars.
- Move further towards the port and see the fishermen at work
- Visit Castello di Muggia, now a private property that can be visited on advance booking.
- Have a glass of Friulian wine and watch locals go by their business.
- Support a local business and buy something.
Duomo di Muggia
Muggia Centro Storico
Muggia Centro Storico
Castello di Muggia
Muggia
Mugggia from Castello di Muggia
Muggia is a mesmerizing town! I had an inkling to book a night in Muggia that day. Sadly due to lack of time, I could only make it a short day trip.
Rooftops of Muggia
Fiat 500 that inspires all cuteness
How to reach Muggia:
Muggia can be reached by Bus 20 from Trieste. If you happen to be in Muggia in March, don’t forget to attend its annual carnival.
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June 11, 2020 at 12:28 pm[…] the region of Friuli. While I stayed in the capital city of Trieste, I took two day trips- one to Muggia and another to Castello […]
Paula Antonello Moore
January 17, 2018 at 8:41 amLove the idea of this blog and all your incredible tremendously amazing photos! Buon Fortuna! 😉
Ishita
January 17, 2018 at 7:13 pmThank you Paula. So happy to read this 😍
Sheree
May 24, 2016 at 11:00 amLooks lovely, I must visit it next time I’m in Fruili.
Ishita
May 24, 2016 at 11:14 amDo you visit Friuli a lot? Your favorite places 🙂 Would love to hear!
Tanja
January 21, 2016 at 3:07 pmcute town!:)
Ishita
January 21, 2016 at 3:18 pmIt really is.
Avinash Gupta
September 10, 2015 at 2:19 pmLove the photos. And do every Italian towns have their own carnivals ?
Ishita
September 10, 2015 at 2:27 pmThank you Avinash 🙂 Almost every town has carnivals, festivals and religious processions. Its fascinating. There is always something going on.. Lot of comradeship <3
Avinash Gupta
September 10, 2015 at 5:20 pmThey really know how to celebrate life 🙂
Vinitha
August 29, 2015 at 8:28 amLove how each building has its own character. It is almost as if they want to tell you a story
Ishita
August 29, 2015 at 1:45 pmTrue. And look at the colors.. Aren’t they just so vintage like?
bentehaarstad
August 28, 2015 at 7:38 amNice reportage from bella Italia!
Ishita
August 28, 2015 at 11:34 amThank you Ben!
Lyn
August 27, 2015 at 3:00 pmDelightful I sure like the sound of Muggia especially the lack of tourists. I know, I am one also but I like to avoid the masses.
Ishita
August 27, 2015 at 3:01 pmDitto Lyn. You must get there soon 🙂 And Trieste too!