Events and tours

With a local guide, our tour will allow you to discover sophisticated clothing and footwear boutiques, art workshops, shops with original gift ideas and much more. Every Thursday afternoon from 09 June to 15 September, come and discover the best shops on the Isola del Sole with us.

4.00 p.m.meeting point at VinArium (Viale Dante Alighieri 27)

16.30 Riva Camperio

16.50 Il Calzettiere

17.10 Fatto a Mano

17.30 Zanetti_1998

17.50 Crisalide Boutique

18.10 Caramella

End of the tour at the "Isola al Mercato" shop.
Minimum 2, maximum 10 people.

LANGUAGES: Italian, English, German

PRICE: 5,00 €; Coffee or water at VinArium included in the price.

In case of light rain the excursion will take place anyway.

To be booked before 12 noon on Wednesday.

Please arrive in good physical and mental condition, with appropriate clothing and equipment for the tour. If you have any doubts, check with the organisation before the day of the hike. 

The use of masks and provisions for the prevention of Covid-19 refer to current legislation (in Italian).

For the activities organized by the Consorzio Grado Turismo the reservation is compulsory and must be made by 12 noon of the day before the excursion online, by email (experience@grado.it) or by phone + 39 0431 80383, providing NAME, SURNAME, RESIDENCE EMAIL ADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBER.

During the activities, photos and videos may be taken; if you do not wish to be filmed, please let us know before starting the activity and fill out the consent form attached below. The personal data provided during the booking process will be treated in compliance with the regulations in force. Privacy Policy of Grado Turismo Consortium HERE.

A guided tour to discover Trieste, the Mitteleuropean city par excellence, and the Trieste Karst, through its flavours, scents and landscapes. A compendium of elegant Habsburg architecture and Roman ruins, historic cafés and castles, a borderland where you can breathe in the intertwining of different cultures. A unique and exciting underground experience accompanied by a professional guide, to discover the Grotta Gigante (Giant Cave), listed in the Guinness Book of Records since 1995 because it contains the world's largest natural cave. The genuine flavours of the Karst region narrated and unveiled with typical Trieste products in an "osmiza" belonging to the FVG Wine and Taste Route. Every Thursday from 23 June to 22 September 2022

• 09.15 a.m. Departure from Grado from Piazza Carpaccio (tourist bus lane 4), Città Giardino (IP petrol station) and camping area (Punta Spin)
• 10.30 a.m. - 12.30 p.m. guided tour of Trieste (classic tour of the city centre with bus ride to San Giusto) 
• 12.30 - 1.30 p.m. free time for lunch or a walk in the city centre  
• 2 - 4 p.m. entrance and guided tour of the Grotta Gigante
• 4.30 p.m. - 5.30 p.m. food and wine experience at a typical agrotourism - osmiza with a visit and snack - tasting (selection of cold cuts/cheeses + house wine tasting - children's option selection of cold cuts and cheeses + juice drink)            
• 5.30 p.m. departure for return to the departure cities

Tips for visiting the Giant Cave

1. Clothing: The temperature inside the cave is a constant 11°C all year round. Comfortable footwear (trainers or those with rubber soles) and a light jacket or sweatshirt are recommended.

2. Path: the visit route consists of 500 steps down and 500 up, so it is not accessible to people with reduced mobility. The visit is also not recommended in the presence of serious and heart conditions. At the visitor centre, next to the ticket office, a multimedia station has been set up that allows a 3D virtual tour of the cave for anyone unable to access it.

Minimum 5, maximum 45 people.

LANGUAGES: Italian, German, English

PRICE: 

Adult 50,00 €

Child 5 - 12 years 28,00 €

Child 0 - 4 years free of charge 

Reduced rates for FVG CARD or FAMILY CARNET holders.

The prices includes: 

• travel by Gran Turismo bus
• Travel One guide for the entire duration of the excursion
• city tour with tour guide in Trieste
• snack - tasting of wines and local Karst products
• entrance and guided tour of the Giant Cave

The prices do not include

• lunch
• extra consumptions
• entrance fees to castles, museums and monuments (free with FVG Card) 
• anything not expressly mentioned in the "includes" fee

In case of rain the excursion will be done anyway.

Must be booked by 12 noon on Wednesday afternoon.

Please arrive in good physical and mental condition, with appropriate clothing and equipment for the tour. If you have any doubts, check with the organisation before the day of the hike. 

The use of masks and provisions for the prevention of Covid-19 refer to current legislation (in Italian).

For the activities organized by the Consorzio Grado Turismo the reservation is compulsory and must be made by 12 noon of the day before the excursion online, by email (experience@grado.it) or by phone + 39 0431 80383, providing NAME, SURNAME, RESIDENCE EMAIL ADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBER.

During the activities, photos and videos may be taken; if you do not wish to be filmed, please let us know before starting the activity and fill out the consent form attached below. The personal data provided during the booking process will be treated in compliance with the regulations in force. Privacy Policy of Grado Turismo Consortium HERE.

Every day, except Mondays, from 1 June to 31 August 2022, experience the thrill of visiting Trieste or Lignano Sabbiadoro starting from Grado, crossing the Gulf of Trieste or the Lagoon of Grado and Marano, thanks to the maritime services run by TPL FVG and APT Gorizia. 

• GRADO - TRIESTE:

Departure from Grado (Molo Torpediniere) 10.00; 14.45; 19.30. Arrival in Trieste (Molo Audace) 11.30; 16.15; 21.00

Departure from Trieste (Molo Audace) for return 13.00; 17.45. Arrival in Grado (Molo Torpediniere) 14.30; 19.15

TICKETS

Single trip 10,20 €

Round trip 15,30 €

Bike 0,90 €

Tickets can be purchased on board the motorship and at all Core TPL FVG ticket offices. The single journey ticket can also be purchased from the TPL FVG app. If you have a FVG card you are entitled to a round trip (with a child under 12) to be made on the same day. It is possible to travel with your own bicycle in tow (no more than one bicycle per passenger) within the limits of available space and at the discretion of the captain. It is advisable to enquire in advance about the availability of the service, particularly during peak times and at weekends. To transport a bicycle you must purchase a special ticket; you can purchase tickets on board the motor vessel, and at all Core TPL FVG ticket offices. 

Once in Trieste, if you are on a bicycle, you can follow one of our bicycle routes: CULTURAL or NATURALISTIC.

Alternatively, you can go to the InfoPoint in Piazza Unità d'Italia and ask for information material on Trieste; you can book a guided tour (minimum 2 people) or you can use the convenient HopTour bus service to discover the city's places of interest and attractions. Audio guides synchronised with the route will provide you with information and curiosities. The tour starts from the Rive, at the Molo Audace, in front of Piazza Unità, and after reaching the San Giusto hill it reaches the wonderful Miramare Castle and Park. Discounts for FVG Card holders.

• GRADO - LIGNANO SABBIADORO

Departure from Grado (Molo Torpediniere) 10.00 a.m.; 7.30 p.m. Arrival in Lignano Sabbiadoro (Sbarco dei Pirati) 11.30 a.m.; 9.00 p.m.

Departure from Lignano Sabbiadoro (Sbarco dei Pirati) for return 17.45. Arrival in Grado (Molo Torpediniere) 19.15

TICKETS

Single trip 7,20 €

Round trip 10,80 €

Bike 0,90 €

Tickets can be purchased on board the motor vessel and at all Core TPL FVG ticket offices. The single journey ticket can also be purchased from the TPL FVG app. If you have a FVG card you are entitled to a round trip (with a child under 12) to be made on the same day. It is possible to travel with your own bicycle in tow (no more than one bicycle per passenger) within the limits of available space and at the discretion of the captain. It is advisable to enquire in advance about the availability of the service, particularly during peak times and at weekends. To transport a bicycle you must purchase a special ticket; you can purchase tickets on board the motor vessel and at all Core TPL FVG ticket offices. 

Once you arrive in Lignano, if you are on a bicycle you can also make different tours towards Bibione or Marano Lagunare; for the most trained it is possible to return to Grado by bicycle --> here the GPX track.

For families with children, you can visit several theme parks

To discover the Lagoon you can take a motorboat trip to Porto Buso with the Motonave Nuova Cristina or go to the Sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin Mary on the island of Barbana with the Motoscafisti Gradesi regular service. You can spend a pleasant day in the company of friends renting a boat and enjoying the beautiful waters and wild nature of the Banco d'Orio, or you can be accompanied by Taxi Boat or NCC between the casoni and mote...

MIRKO BOAT - NCC

Boat with driver dedicated to small groups of people for half or full day transfers and rentals; departure from RIVA S. SLATAPER - GRADO (in front of the Hotel Savoy), tel +39 345 4686207, info@mirkotaxiboat-grado.com

• TRAVEL TO BABANA: travel time 30 min (return + stop), 10 €/person, minimum 6 people
• LAGUNA ROUTE: duration 60 min non-stop, 10 €/person, minimum 6 people
• ANFORA/PORTO BUSO: travel time 50 min + 2 hours stop for lunch (not included), 20 €/person, minimum 6 people
• TRIESTE OR LIGNANO: travel time 90 min (return + stop), 40 €/person, minimum 6 people

MOTONAVE NUOVA CRISTINA

Departure from Porto Mandracchio (Riva San Vito) from April to September; for group hire and private parties tel +39 335 5302378, davetours89@gmail.com, www.motorshipcristina.it 

• LAGOON TOUR, FROM MONDAY TO SUNDAY, 10.30 a.m. with return at 12.30 p.m. and at 1.00 p.m. with return at 3.30 p.m.; minimum 10 people, price 20,00 € adults/15,00 € children.
• LAGOON TOUR TO "PORTO BUSO-ANFORA", MONDAY TO SUNDAY, 10.30 am with return at 3.30 pm; minimum 10 people, price 25,00 € adults/15,00 € children, OPTIONAL LUNCH.
• SUNSET LAGOON TOUR, MONDAY TO SATURDAY, 7.30 p.m. with return 9.30 p.m.; minimum 10 people, price 20,00 € adults/15,00 € children.

MOTOSCAFISTI GRADESI

Departure from Riva Scaramuzza, near the bridge of the Isola della Schiusa, tel 0431 80115, motoscafistigradesi@alice.it www.motoscafistigradesi.it

GRADO - BARBANA LINE SERVICE
The Island of Barbana, in the middle of the lagoon of Grado, is home to a Franciscan monastery (now presided over by Benedictine monks) dating back 1400 years ago; a place of devotion and destination for many pilgrims.

To contact the Sanctuary directly, call the number: +39 0431-80453 or visit the Barbana website  www.santuariodibarbana.it 

The price of the return ticket is euro 8,00 for adults and euro 4,00 for children from 3 to 10 years old. Baby for free!  The island can be reached in about 25 minutes by boat.

- APRIL AND MAY, EVERY DAY:

DEPARTURES: 9:30 a.m. / 10:30 a.m. / 11:30 a.m. / 2:00 p.m. / 3:00 p.m.

HOLY MONTHS: 10:00 a.m. / 11:00 a.m. / 3:30 p.m.

RETURN: 11:00 a.m. / 12:00 noon / 2:30 p.m. / 4:30 p.m.

- FROM JUNE TO SEPTEMBER, EVERY DAY:

DEPARTURES:  at 9:30 a.m. / 10:30 a.m. / 11:30 a.m. / 2:00 p.m. / 3:00 p.m. / 4:00 p.m. / 5:00 p.m. *

HOLY MASSES: at 10:00 a.m. Sundays only / 11:00 a.m. / 3:30 p.m. 

RETURN: at 11:00 a.m. / 12:00 noon / 2:30 p.m. / 3:30 p.m. / 4:30 p.m. / 5:30 p.m. 

* 5:00 p.m. NON-STOP TRIP

• LAGOON EXCURSIONS from 1st June to 20th September on MONDAYS, WEDNESDAY AND FRIDAY from 3.30 pm to 6.15 pm.

The excursion is accompanied by an authorized guide. A visit to a fishing valley and a stop at the island of Barbana are planned. The price is euro 16,00 for adults and euro 9,00 for children from 4 to 12 years old. Baby Free!

(FOR ORGANIZED GROUPS AND SCHOOL GROUPS YOU CAN ORGANIZE TRIPS IN THE LAGOON WITH OR WITHOUT A GUIDE AT ANY TIME OF THE YEAR, FREEDOM 'OF TIMETABLES AND ITINERARIES, NUMBER AND DURATION OF STOPS AS NEEDED AT PRICES TO BE AGREED UPON UPON REQUEST.

Beaches that can only be reached by sea, submerged archaeological sites, mini cultural and traditional Grado entertainment, breakfast at dawn and aperitifs on the boat at sunset... Guidone's excursions will allow you to admire Grado from an unusual perspective!

• PANORAMIC TOUR OF THE ISLAND OF GRADO: circumnavigation of the island with a swim and an aperitif on board, at the "Mula de Muggia" bump or at the "Banco d'Orio", with a short stop at the Sanctuary of the Madonna of Barbana. The excursion lasts 3 hours.

Minimum 6, maximum 12 people 

PRICE: Adults 35 €; children 5-12 years 25 €; children 0-4 years free of charge 

• EXCURSION WITH BATHING at the "Mula de Muggia" hump or at the "Banco d'Orio". The excursion lasts 1.30 hours.

Minimum 4, maximum 12 people 

PRICE: Adults 15 €; children 5-12 years 15 €; children 0-4 years free of charge 

• SUNRISE / SUNSET / NIGHT: aperitif or breakfast on the boat sailing past in front of the Nazario Sauro promenade to the archaeological sites of San Gottardo and Sant'Agata. The excursion lasts 1 hour.

Minimum 4, maximum 12 persons 

PRICE: Adults 25 €; children 5-12 years 15 €; children 0-4 years free 

In case of bad weather the excursions may be subject to route variation.

LANGUAGES: Italian, English, German

Reservations only via Whatsapp +39 342 0928886

At the Terme Marine gym, Grado Attivo srl organises fitness courses, free body training, functional training, Nordic walking and running. The weight room is equipped for all types of training, from postural strengthening linked to painful situations (pre and post-surgery) to general physical preparation for sport, passing through classic fitness.

Activities are always supervised by specialised and certified instructors/athletes, ensuring professionalism and competence in identifying and achieving participants' personal goals. The instructors are also qualified to run PT (personal training) classes, suitable for those who want to get the most out of their session!

You can book your own training session via the GymTrainer App. The gym is open every day, including Sundays, with the following hours:

- Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 8.30 am to 8.30 pm

- Tuesday and Friday from 08.30 to 19.00

- Saturday from 09.00 to 16.30

- Sunday from 09.30 to 12.00

The new transport service offered by APT GORIZIA in collaboration with PROMOTURISMO FVG, to explore Friuli Venezia Giulia from the sea to the Collio, under the banner of mobility combining bus, bicycle and boats. A range of slow itineraries that leave ample freedom to use the service according to one's own tastes and interests, travelling by bus and by bicycle, combining cultural and eno-gastronomic experiences with immersive pedalling in the evocative landscapes of the Collio.

• COLLIO E COLLI: From 01 June to 31 August 2022, every Wednesday and Friday, from Grado to Cividale passing through the Collio by bus and by bicycle among vineyards, places of art, picturesque villages. A service with the characteristics of the classic HOP ON HOP OFF with bicycle transport. The bus will stop at the points of greatest interest and near the cycle paths. Two loops made three times during the course of the day, touching the towns of Cormòns, Vencò, Cividale del Friuli, Spessa, Mossa loc. Preval, Capriva del Friuli. Departure from Grado in coincidence with the arrival of the maritime lines from Trieste and Lignano. Timetable and route HERE. To use the service, online booking is required on the day before the trip. 

• TASTING THE COLLIO: From 02 June to 01 September 2022, every Thursday; an invisible thread of aromas and flavours. A land of great wineries and skilful chefs, where glasses toast between the rows of world-famous vineyards. Discover the beauty of the area and the rich food and wine offerings along the  FVG Wine and Taste Route. A route inspired by food and wine, which from Grado leads tourists through Collio, touching on Capriva del Friuli, Cormòns, Corona (Mariano del Friuli) and San Floriano del Collio. Departure from Grado coinciding with the arrival of the maritime lines from Trieste and Lignano. Timetable and route HERE. To use the service, online booking is required on the day before the trip. 

Bicycle transport is always included in the ticket price. The proposed services do NOT include tickets for visits to museums, exhibitions, monuments, bicycle hire and tastings. 

At the thermal pool we regularly hold group courses in AquaMotricity and AcquaFitness; you can also take part in the following activities:

- Acqua FIT, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 08.30 to 09.30; postural training in sea water heated to 31.5° for muscle strengthening and joint reinforcement.

- Acqua HIIT, Tuesdays and Fridays from 7.30 pm to 8.30 pm; performance training in water based on rapid sequences, aimed at strengthening muscles and developing special coordination skills.

- Acqua GYM, Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 08.30 to 09.30; a muscular fitness session suitable for those who want to have fun training to the rhythm of music.

Info and reservations with WhatsApp message to +39 340 4916838

Lessons and courses for beginners who want to get closer to the discipline and for those who already practice it but want to improve their technique.

From May to September, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., book your individual or group lesson.

Rental € 20 (1h) - € 80 (5h)

Individual lesson € 30 (1 h) - € 20 (30 min, children 5 - 7 years)

Group lesson € 30 (1,5 h) 

Group course € 130 (5 times x 1,5 h)

Info and bookings: +39 351 6900292/ +39 392 9909061; info@asdfairplay.it

Reservation required by advance payment. Rates reserved for Fairplay ASD members.

Lessons and courses for beginners who want to get closer to the discipline and for those who already practice it but want to improve their technique.

From May to September, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., book your individual or group lesson.

Individual lesson € 30 (1 h) - € 20  (30 minutes for children 5 - 7 years old)

Group lesson € 20 (1 h)

Group course € 85 (5 lessons of 1 h)

Info and booking: +39 351 6900292/ +39 392 9909061;info@asdfairplay.it

Reservation required by advance payment. Rates reserved for Fairplay ASD members.

SUP is short for Stand up paddle, a sport suitable for everyone that allows you to enjoy a walk on lakes, rivers or the sea and to train in the water while standing on a board and paddling.

Born in Hawaii to transport people and things from one island to another, it landed in Italy a few years ago and in a short time the number of those who practice it has grown exponentially. 

In Grado you can find SUP courses, rentals and excursions organised by ASD Fairplay and ASD Kite Life Grado:

• SUP Experience on the GIT beach with ASD Kite Life Grado: Every day from 16 May to 12 September, from 09.00 to 19.00, book 1 hour course to learn basic SUP techniques; meet 200m east of the main entrance to the GIT beach, at the pedal boat, SUP, canoe rental. Price: 45 € (3 people); 40 € (2 people); 35 € (1 person).

Tel +39 349 3631520; kitelifegrado@gmail.com

• SUP lesson on the beach Costa Azzurra at Stabilimento Tivoli with ASD Fairplay; every day from May to September, from 09.00 a.m. to 7.00 p.m.; 1 individual hour 30 €, 1 group hour 20 €. 

Tel +39 351 6900292; info@asdfairplay.it

Grado is one of the very few spots where learning to kitesurf is child's play, as waves and currents do not exist and, thanks to the shallow sandy seabed and constant spring winds, we guarantee maximum safety and fun during your learning process. Kite Life Grado ASD is specialised in teaching kitesurfing to children.

Topics covered during teaching activities :

• spot risk assessment
• wind direction;
• prevention of risks on land and at sea;
• equipment set-up;
• kite safety systems ;
• wind window and first flight with simulator (about 45 min)

--> KITE EXPERIENCE: Activity in which the participant  is involved in a theoretical lesson and a fun practical part with the use of a kite. Group course with a maximum of 4 people.

DURATION: 2 HOURS

PRICE: 100 € adults, 75 € under 18

TIMETABLE: from 2pm to 5pm (indicative)

--> FLY KITE: Activity in which the participant is involved in a theoretical part where he/she learns how to assemble the equipment, and a practical part with the use of a simulator (KITE EXPERIENCE). After that there will be the first approach with a traction kite hooked to a trapeze and you will learn how to control the kite in the sky in the wind window. Continuing with the learning phases we will carry out the first sliding of the body in the water and then learn useful techniques for the movement of the body in the water first without and then with the use of the board. Group course with a maximum of 2 people.

DURATION: 5 HOURS

PRICE: 265 € adults, 180 € under 18.

TIME: from 2pm to 5pm (indicative)

--> FULL COURSE KITESURF: Activity in which the participant is involved in a theoretical part of the lesson where he/she learns how to assemble the equipment, and a practical part with the use of a simulator (KITE EXPERIENCE). After that there will be the first approach with a traction kite hooked to a trapeze and you will learn how to control the kite in the sky in the wind window. Continuing with the learning phases we will carry out the first body glide in the water and then learn useful techniques for the movement of your body in the water first without and then with the use of the board. (FLY KITE). At this point we just have to learn how to put the board on our feet and try the first starts with the board and the kite. The fun is assured, the first meters are never forgotten, they remain etched in the memory. Group course with a maximum of 2 people.

DURATION: 7 HOURS

PRICE:340 € adults, 240 € under 18

TIMETABLE: from 2pm to 5pm (indicative)

Meeting point at the "cittadella dello sport" located in Piazzale Azzurri d'Italia in Grado.

Tel +39 349 3631520;  kitelifegrado@gmail.com