Piedmont’s capital against the Alps and Italy’s first capital under the House of Savoy, famous for its world-class Egyptian Museum, the cinema museum in the Mole Antonelliana and its chocolate and café culture.
Good for the arcades, Po riverside walks and museums. source
Autumn truffle season
White-truffle season in nearby Alba, a great time for Piedmontese food. source
Weather: April–June and September–October suit walking, and autumn opens truffle and wine season in the nearby Langhe; winters are cold and can be foggy. source
Times to avoid: The Egyptian Museum sells tickets only through its official online shop; book ahead. source
Weather varies from year to year; check the forecast before you go.
Don't miss in Turin
Museo Egizio One of the largest collections of Egyptian antiquities outside Cairo, with mummies, statues and papyri. source
Mole Antonelliana and the Cinema Museum Turin’s landmark tower houses the cinema museum, with a glass lift to the viewing deck. source
Royal Museums of Turin The Savoy royal palace, armoury and gallery combined; free under 18. source
Where to stay in Turin
Centre (Piazza Castello / Porta Nuova)
Walk to the royal palaces, museums and arcades; airport buses leave nearby.
What to eat in Turin
Agnolotti del Plin — Small pinched pasta parcels filled with meat, Piedmont style
Bicerin — Layered espresso, chocolate and cream, Turin’s traditional drink
Gianduiotto — Boat-shaped hazelnut chocolate from Turin
Turin tips and things to watch out for
Turin travel tips
Try a bicerin — layered espresso, chocolate and cream — in a historic café; it was born in Turin. source
Airport to city: the Arriva airport bus reaches the centre near Porta Nuova in 45–50 minutes. source
Good to know in Italy
At an Italian café, counter and table-service prices may differ; check the menu before ordering. source
Validate a Trenitalia regional paper single ticket at the station before departure. Digital regional tickets are validated automatically according to their type. source
Watch out for in Italy
Pickpocketing is very common at sights and on transit in Rome, Florence and Venice. source
Many Italian historic centres have limited-traffic zones (ZTL). Check signs and permit rules before driving in with a rental car. source
General advice for the whole country. Check official government travel advice for entry rules and safety before you go.
Restaurant prices for Turin are still being collected. The estimate also uses some official meal and transit prices checked in other cities in Italy.
Turin attraction & theme park tickets
Official sellers’ prices for one adult admission. Select attractions in the calculator to add them to your budget.
Museo Egizio (Adult): €18.00 · child €1.00
National Cinema Museum (Adult): €18.00
Royal Museums of Turin (Adult): €15.00 · child €0.00