Tartini Square (Tartinijev Trg)

The basics

Being Piran’s most well-known and largest square, most travelers stumble upon Tartini Square at some point during their visit to Piran. Many visitors explore Piran on a guided private or small-group walking tour. These tours are a helpful way to learn about the city’s history and most important sights. Other popular options include tours that combine Piran with a scenic drive to other Slovenian coastal towns, such as Izola, Koper, and Portoroz.

Things to know before you go

• Tartini Square is part of the pedestrian zone and is wide, flat, and wheelchair-accessible. However, it’s checking individual historic buildings for their accessibility details before visiting.

• The square is a great spot for photo opportunities as you can see the hills and the Adriatic Sea.

• History and culture lovers should look out for a bronze statue on the square—this is a tribute to the violinist that the square was named after—Giuseppe Tartini.

• There are plenty of benches and cafes on the square to rest from sightseeing.

How to get there

Walking to Tartini Square is best as cars aren’t allowed within the square. However, free buses take visitors back and forth to the nearby car parks. A free shuttle bus stop can be found at Cankarjevo Nabrežje, just outside the square. If arriving at Piran Port, walking to Tartini Square takes roughly three minutes.

When to get there

Being a public square at the city's heart means Tartini Square is always a lively and fun place to visit. It’s worth checking the event schedule as the square hosts concerts and events throughout the year. An ideal place to spend a sunny afternoon, it’s a great spot to have a coffee and people-watch.

Best places to eat near Tartini Square

Encircled by cafes and restaurants, there are so many great options for foodies near Tartini Square. La Bottega Dei Sapori offers fancy Istrian meat and seafood specialties, while Okrepcevalnica Barka is the spot for diner-style burgers, pizzas, and sandwiches. Cafinho Piran is an excellent place for brunch, snacks, or sundowner drinks with a view.