5 days in Gorizia, Cormons & Grado, Aquileia, and Palmanova Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 24th (Fri): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Church of Sant'Ignazio, admire the masterpieces at Coronini Cronberg Palace, get engrossed in the history at Museo della Moda e delle Arti applicate - Case Dornberg e Tasso, take an in-depth tour of Great War Museum, then take an in-depth tour of Gorizia Castle, and finally stop by Cidin Eddo Pastry Shop. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 25th (Sat): explore the historical opulence of Castle of Duino, stroll through Rilke Trail, Head underground at The Cave "Grotta Gigante", then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Military Memorial Redipuglia, and finally admire the striking features of Palazzo del Tribunale di Gorizia.

For maps, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Gorizia vacation maker app.

Trieste to Gorizia is an approximately 1-hour car ride. You can also drive. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Trieste in February since evenings lows in Gorizia dip to 2°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Cormons.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Sun): do a tasting at Weingut Isidoro Polencic, then make a trip to Grand Square of Palmanova - World Heritage Site, then get to know the fascinating history of Palmanova City Fortress - World Heritage Site, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Doge Cathedral of the Holy Redeemer.

To find ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Cormons trip itinerary app.

Cormons is just a stone's throw from Gorizia. In February, daytime highs in Cormons are 11°C, while nighttime lows are 2°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Grado.

Start off your visit on the 27th (Mon): delve into the distant past at The Archaeological Remains of the Basilica of the Court, take in the pleasant sights at Nazario Sauro Waterfront, look for gifts at The Broken Jug, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Sanctuary of Barbana Church, and finally tee off at Grado Golf Club. On the 28th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the ancient world of Domus e Palazzo Episcopale, don't miss a visit to Bell Tower of Aquileia, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Distilleria Aquileia, explore the ancient world of Archaeological Area of Aquileia - Roman Forum, then make a trip to The Port on the Natissa - World Heritage Site, and finally take an in-depth tour of National Archaeological Museum of Aquileia.

To find photos, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Grado road trip planner.

Getting from Cormons to Grado by car takes about an hour. Other options: drive. Expect a daytime high around 13°C in February, and nighttime lows around 2°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Tue) to allow time to drive back home.