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Turim

Piemonte · Italy

Turim

First capital of Italy, at the foot of the Alps: the Museo Egizio, the Mole Antonelliana, the palaces of the Savoia, historic cafés under the arcades and the Barolo wine hills about an hour's drive away.

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Turim (Torino, in Italian) is the capital of Piemonte, in northwest Italy, on the banks of the rio Pó with the Alps on the horizon. It was the seat of the Casa de Savoia since the 16th century and the first capital of the Kingdom of Italy, from 1861 to 1865. The center has straight streets inherited from the Roman city Augusta Taurinorum, baroque squares and kilometers of sidewalks covered by arcades.

The heart of the visit is the Piazza Castello, with the Palazzo Madama in the middle and the Palazzo Reale beside it, today part of the Musei Reali. A few steps away are the Duomo, where the Santo Sudário is kept, and the Museo Egizio, the world's oldest collection dedicated solely to ancient Egypt. The Mole Antonelliana, the city's symbol, houses the Museo Nazionale del Cinema and has a panoramic elevator.

The city also tells the story of Italian industry. Fiat was born here in 1899, and the former Lingotto factory, with its test track on the roof, became a shopping center, hotel and art gallery. The Museo Nazionale dell'Automobile and the Juventus stadium complete the itinerary for those who like cars and football.

Outside the center are the court's hunting and leisure residences, a UNESCO World Heritage Site: the Reggia di Venaria to the north and the Palazzina di Caccia di Stupinigi to the south. On the hill across the Pó, the Basilica di Superga holds the tombs of the Savoia. About an hour to the south the Langhe begin, hills of vineyards around Alba and Barolo.

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Where Turim is
Turim

Contornos: ISTAT, limites administrativos 2026, CC BY 4.0. Adaptação do Cidade Turismo.

How to get there: Turim

✈ Aeroporto di Torino-Caselle Sandro Pertini (TRN), in Caselle Torinese · 17 km to Turim

✈ Aeroporto di Milano Malpensa (MXP), in Milão · 130 km to Turim

Confirm before purchasing. Those who land in Milan take a high-speed train to Turim in about 1 hour; from Rome, the journey takes about 4 hours. Turim's airport (Caselle) receives European flights and is about 17 km from the center.

The local experience

Things to do in Turim

Museo Egizio
Turim · Piemonte · Museum

Museo Egizio

The oldest museum in the world dedicated solely to Ancient Egypt, opened in 1824. It houses statues of pharaohs, papyri, mummies and the complete tomb of the architect Kha and his wife, Merit.

Mole Antonelliana
Turim · Piemonte · Monument

Mole Antonelliana

A symbol of Turin, 167.5 meters high. Inside it houses the Museo Nazionale del Cinema, and a glass-walled elevator rises to the panoramic terrace at 85 meters.

Piazza Castello
Turim · Piemonte · Square

Piazza Castello

Turin's main square, surrounded by arcades, with the Palazzo Madama in the center, the Palazzo Reale to the north, the Teatro Regio and the church of San Lorenzo. From it lead Via Roma, Via Po and Via Garibaldi.

Palazzo Madama
Turim · Piemonte · Palace

Palazzo Madama

Palace in the middle of Piazza Castello that brings together two thousand years of history: a Roman gate, a medieval castle and a Baroque façade by Filippo Juvarra. It houses the Museo Civico d'Arte Antica.

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Musei Reali di Torino
Turim · Piemonte · Palace

Musei Reali di Torino

The complex of the Palazzo Reale, residence of the Savoia, including the Armeria Reale, the Galleria Sabauda, the Museo di Antichità, the Giardini Reali and the Cappella della Sindone by Guarino Guarini.

Duomo di Torino
Turim · Piemonte · Cathedral

Duomo di Torino

The Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist, the only Renaissance church in Turin, completed in 1505. It is where the Shroud is kept, which is displayed to the public only on rare occasions.

Basilica di Superga
Turim · Piemonte · Church

Basilica di Superga

Baroque basilica by Filippo Juvarra atop the Superga hill, at 672 metres. It houses the tombs of the House of Savoia and offers views over Turin and the Alps. It is reached by a historic rack railway.

Reggia di Venaria Reale
Turim · Piemonte · Palace

Reggia di Venaria Reale

Hunting residence of the Casa de Savoia, north of Turim, with Juvarra's Galleria Grande, the church of Sant'Uberto and vast gardens. It is part of the UNESCO World Heritage.

Palazzina di Caccia di Stupinigi
Turim · Piemonte · Palace

Palazzina di Caccia di Stupinigi

Hunting and party pavilion of the Savoia designed by Filippo Juvarra in 1729, south of Turim, with a bronze stag atop the dome and an oval central hall painted with hunting scenes.

Parco del Valentino
Turim · Piemonte · Park

Parco del Valentino

42-hectare park on the banks of the river Po, with the Castello del Valentino, former residence of the Savoia, the Fontana dei Dodici Mesi and waterside paths.

Lingotto
Turim · Piemonte · Architecture

Lingotto

Former Fiat factory from 1923, with a test track on the roof. Renovated by Renzo Piano, it now houses a shopping center, a hotel, the Pinacoteca Agnelli and the suspended garden La Pista 500.

Museo Nazionale dell'Automobile
Turim · Piemonte · Museum

Museo Nazionale dell'Automobile

One of the world’s most important automobile museums, on the banks of the Pó, with more than 200 cars from around 80 marques, from 19th‑century steam carriages to racing cars.

Juventus Museum
Turim · Piemonte · Museum

Juventus Museum

Juventus Museum at the Allianz Stadium in northwest Turin, with trophies, shirts and the club’s history. The stadium tour goes through the locker rooms, the pitch and the stands.

Piazza San Carlo
Turim · Piemonte · Square

Piazza San Carlo

Baroque square on Via Roma, called by locals the city’s living room, with the twin churches of Santa Cristina and San Carlo, the equestrian statue of Emanuele Filiberto and historic cafés under the arcades.

Porta Palazzo
Turim · Piemonte · Market

Porta Palazzo

Turin’s large open-air market, on Piazza della Repubblica, the city’s biggest square. It has stalls selling fruit, vegetables, cheeses, meat and fish, as well as covered pavilions.

Monte dei Cappuccini
Turim · Piemonte · Lookout

Monte dei Cappuccini

325-meter hill on the right bank of the Pó, with the church of Santa Maria al Monte and a terrace offering views over Turin’s center, the Mole Antonelliana and the Alps.

Langhe
Turim · Piemonte · Wine region

Langhe

Vineyard-covered hills south of Turim, around Alba and Barolo, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Home of Barolo and Barbaresco wines and Alba’s white truffle.

Before you go

Practical information

A little planning leaves more time to enjoy the journey.

When to go

April, May, September and October are usually the most pleasant months for walking. Summer, from June to August, is hot and muggy. Winter, from December to February, is cold, with fog on the plain. From October to early December the Alba white truffle fair takes place in the Langhe.

The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.

How many days to stay

Two days cover the center: Museo Egizio, Piazza Castello, Musei Reali, Duomo and Mole Antonelliana. With three days you can include the Reggia di Venaria, Superga or the Lingotto. Add a day for the Langhe, with Alba and Barolo, preferably by car or on an organized tour.

Which city to stay in

The historic center, between Piazza Castello, Via Roma and Piazza San Carlo, leaves the main museums within walking distance. The Quadrilatero Romano, northwest of Piazza Castello, has narrow streets and many restaurants. The area around Via Po and Piazza Vittorio Veneto concentrates bars and nightlife. The surroundings of Porta Nuova station and the San Salvario neighborhood are convenient for those arriving or departing by train. The city's tourist tax is paid at accommodation.

Respect the place

Take your trash with you, follow the signs and support local businesses. In natural areas, follow the visiting guidelines.

Get your questions answered

Frequently asked questions about Turim

How many days to stay in Turim?

Two days are enough for the essentials of the center: Museo Egizio, Piazza Castello, Musei Reali, Duomo and Mole Antonelliana. With three days you can include the Reggia di Venaria or the Basilica di Superga, without rushing. A fourth day allows visiting the Langhe, the wine region around Alba and Barolo.

Do I need to rent a car in Turim?

In the city, no. The center is flat, full of sidewalks covered by arcades, and has a metro, trams and buses. Part of the center is a ZTL (limited traffic zone) closed to outside cars, and fines are charged through the rental company. A car only makes a difference for exploring the Langhe, between wineries and villages: pick up the vehicle on the day of the outing.

Can you make a day trip from Milan to Turim?

Yes. The high-speed train takes about 1 hour between Milano Centrale and Torino Porta Nuova. In one day you can fit the Museo Egizio, Piazza Castello, the Duomo and the ascent of the Mole Antonelliana. Book the Museo Egizio time slot in advance. Staying one night allows you to include the Musei Reali and a relaxed dinner.

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