Turin Vacation Packages & Tours

Set along the River Po in the northwest of Italy surrounded by spectacular alpine scenery, Turin is a feast of baroque architecture with world-class museums and art nouveau cafes. While it was once more of an industrial city, famous for producing the Fiat automobile, today it’s one of the country’s most intriguing destinations. The city skyline is characterized by the needle-like spire of the Mole Antonelliana while one of the most famous relics in Italy, the Holy Shroud, attracts thousands of pilgrims to marvel at the section of cloth said to have wrapped Christ’s body following the crucifixion. Turin also has a rich history of chocolate-making with traditional chocolatiers beneath its attractive porticoes, while Vermouth was birthed here and can be enjoyed in one of its many bars. Not surprisingly, the food is mouthwatering but it’s different from what you’ll find elsewhere in Italy, with a focus on game meats, truffles, and light risottos.

Best Hotels in Turin

Hotels in Turin run the gamut from budget-friendly to luxurious, with some of the priciest found within the historic center, the best area to stay in the city for sightseers and first-time visitors with the top attractions all within walking distance. It’s where you’ll find the largest concentration of accommodation options, with everything from charming B&Bs and apartment rentals to luxury 5-star hotels. If you’re looking for something more affordable, there are neighborhoods that will put you within easy reach of the city center with hotels at reasonable prices like Aurora and Vanchiglia which lies directly north. There are fabulous options in leafy residential neighborhoods too, like Crocetta with its elegant tree-lined streets, baroque architecture, and tranquil atmosphere. You’ll find many boutique hotels housed in magnificent palazzos and even a handful of gorgeous properties with outdoor pools that are especially ideal for those who plan to visit in the summer.

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Royal Palaces
There are many royal residences in Turin, with the top two to marvel at found at Piazza Castello, including Palazzo Reale, the Royal Palace of Turin. It holds spectacular Greek and Roman archaeological treasures and is one of the most well-preserved royal residences in all of Europe. Palazzo Madama is located here too. The most ancient palace in Turin, the part-medieval, part-baroque castle was built in the 13th-century on the site of the old Roman gate and displays over 60,000 works of art.
The Chapel of the Holy Shroud
This 17th-century chapel is an addition to Turin Cathedral that’s famous for the Sacra Sindone, or Holy Shroud, part of a linen cloth that’s believed to have wrapped Jesus Christ following the crucifixion. It’s only displayed on rare occasions, but if it is while you’re here, you won’t want to miss it despite the long lines for viewing. The cathedral itself dates to the late 1400s and is considered a fine example of Roman architecture from the period.
Museo Egizo
The city’s Egyptian museum, Museo Egizo holds the most important ancient Egyptian artifacts in the world outside of Cairo itself. It includes more than 30,000 items, with around 6,500 on permanent display, including everything from papyrus to sarcophagi and real mummies. Highlights include the vast papyrus collection, a statue of Ramses II that’s one of the world’s most important pieces of Egyptian art, and 500 domestic and funerary items from the tom of Kha and his wife dating to 1400 BC.
National Cinema Museum
Museo Nazionale del Cinema is one of the most popular attractions in Turin. It sits within one of the city’s iconic symbols, Mole Antonelliana which towers above the Turin skyline a massive, pointed basilica. One of the most important cinematic museums in the world, it includes vintage movie posters, movie props, a library with over 12,000 movie reels, and film screen rooms. Favorites for viewing include an alien costume from Aliens and the Darth Mader’s mask from “The Empire Strikes Back.”
Porta Palatina
The Porta Palatina is one of the many Roman ruins that are still standing today, despite being built over 2,000 years ago in the 1st century BC. Located next to the Holy Shroud of Turin in the archaeological park of the Palatine towers, it’s considered the world’s most well-preserved Roman gateway from the period. The immense gateway represents the primarily archaeological evidence of Turin’s Roman phase and is one of four that once stood here.
Parco Valentina
One of the oldest parks in Turin, Parco Valentina opened in 1856 and sits along the River Po. Not only is it ideal for a scenic stroll with a wide range of impressive flora and bird life, but it’s home to Valentino Castle and an open-air museum set up like a medieval village with period homes and buildings. Visitors can also take a ferry from here to see the sights from the river and there are a number of restaurants and cafes here as well.

When to visit Turin

The best time to visit Turin depends on your particular travel preferences and what you hope to do. Summer is the hottest and busiest time, but it’s the best season for enjoying the city’s many music festivals. If you come then, prepare to pay the highest prices for airfare and hotels, and book well in advance. The shoulder seasons of spring and early fall are ideal for enjoying more pleasant weather and avoiding the biggest crowds of the year. You might find some discounted room rates, and both seasons are good for hiking in the Alps. The quietest and least expensive time to visit Turin is November through early December and mid-January through mid-February, although you’ll need to bundle up, bringing a warm winter coat and waterproof boots. Skiing is possible at resorts just over an hour away. While heavy snow is unlikely in the city, it usually snows at least once during the winter.

Check out our guide on when to visit Turin.

Turin Vacation Packages & Tours

Best Hotels in Turin

Things to do in Turin

Royal Palaces

The Chapel of the Holy Shroud

Museo Egizo

National Cinema Museum

Porta Palatina

Parco Valentina

When to visit Turin

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