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Things to see in Turin (Italy): 108 places and when to go
Turin is a major city in Italy with around 1,652,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 108 places in and around it, mainly Nature (26), History (22), Mountains (21). The best known are Museo Egizio, Mole Antonelliana and Turin Cathedral. The best time to come is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 15 h 25 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 35. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Italy · 45.0723, 7.668
- Population
- About 1,652,000
- Places
- 108 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (26) · History (22) · Mountains (21) · Temples (18) · Museums and art (17) · Hiking (13)
- Best time
- March to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to February and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- MXP Ferno (VA), 104 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Monte Colombo (Graian Alps), at 2,848 m.
What to see in Turin
The places in and around Turin, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Museo EgizioAncient Egyptian art and history museum in Turin, Italy1.4 km
- Mole AntonellianaMajor landmark building in Turin, Italy2.0 km
- Turin CathedralChurch building in Turin, Italy1.4 km
- Basilica of SupergaChurch in the vicinity of Turin, Italy7.9 km
- Royal Palace of TurinPalace in Turin1.4 km
- Palazzina di caccia of StupinigiResidence of the Royal House of Savoy9.8 km
- Palazzo Madama, TurinPalace in Turin, Italy1.4 km
- Palazzo CarignanoHistorical building in the centre of Turin, Italy1.4 km
- Palace of VenariaFormer royal residence in Italy7.8 km
- Castello del ValentinoHistorical building in the centre of Turin, Italy2.5 km
- Galleria SabaudaArt museum in Turin1.4 km
- National Museum of CinemaItalian motion picture museum2.0 km
- Turin National University LibraryLibrary in Italy1.6 km
- Observatory of TurinAstronomical observatory in Pino Torinese, Italy8.2 km
- San Lorenzo, TurinChurch building in Turin, Italy1.3 km
- Moncalieri CastlePalace in Moncalieri, Italy7.9 km
- Villa della ReginaPalace in the city of Turin, Italy3.5 km
- Basilica of Our Lady Help of Christians, TurinChurch in Turin, Italy1.2 km
- Museum of Oriental ArtArt museum in Turin, Italy998 m
- Porta PalatinaBuilding in Turin, Italy1.3 km
- Chapel of the Holy ShroudChapel housing the Shroud of Turin1.4 km
- Castle PollenzoCastle in Italy47 km
- Museo Nazionale dell'AutomobileMuseum in Turin, Italy4.5 km
- Pinacoteca Giovanni e Marella AgnelliMuseum in Turin, Italy4.4 km
And the other 84, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Sacro Monte di Belmonte, La Mandria Regional Park, Mares Peak, Parco naturale di Stupinigi, Punta Lunella, Colle della Maddalena, Monte dei Cappuccini, Punta di Verzel, Rocca Patanua, Confluenza Po - Orco - Malone, La Cialma, Monte Colombo (Graian Alps), Parco naturale del Bosco della Partecipanza e delle Grange Vercellesi, Cima Lusera, Cima Rosta, Isolotto del Ritano (Dora Baltea), Mulino Vecchio (Fascia Fluviale del Po), Palude di San Genuario, Parco naturale della Collina di Superga, Punta del Vallone, Punta dell'Adois, Punta di Grifone, Riserva Naturale Del Meisino, Rocca Maritano, Zona di salvaguardia del Sacro Monte di Belmonte
- Temples: Synagogue of Turin, Santuario della Consolata, Basilica of Corpus Domini, Cherasco Synagogue, Abbey of Fruttuaria, Basilica of Saints Maurice and Lazarus, San Carlo Borromeo, Turin, Church of Sant'Egidio, Santuario di Prascondù, San Nicolao, Borgiallo, Chiesa parrocchiale di Sant'Eusebio, San Giovanni Battista Chapel
- Museums and art: Turin Civic Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art, Museum of the Risorgimento, Royal Armoury of Turin, Museo Civico d'Arte Antica, Centro Storico Fiat, Fondazione Merz, J-Museum, Accorsi-Ometto Museum, Museo d'arte contemporanea del castello di Rivoli, Turin Museum of Natural History
- History: Palazzo Chiablese, Borgo Medioevale, Castle of Mandria, San Francesco da Paola, Turin, Castellamonte Castle, Castle Cavour of Santena, San Genuario Castle, mausoleum of Bela Rosin, Rotonda Antonelliana
- Food and drink: Mercato Don Grioli, Porta Palazzo, Birrificio Artigianale Abbà, Birrificio Artigianale Parsifal, Gilac, LoverBeer, Tettoia dell'Orologio, TONO Birreria Metzger
- With kids: Acquajoy, Parco Il Babi, Planetario InfiniTo
- Mountains: Baita Sociale a San Giacomo, Bivacco Beltrando, Bivacco Blessent, Rifugio Alpe Soglia, Rifugio Nivolastro
- Hiking: Cammino Don Bosco Tappa 1, Grande Traversata delle Alpi, Grande Traversata delle Alpi, Grande Traversata delle Alpi, Via Alpina Blue, Via Alpina Blue, Via Alpina Blue, Via Francigena - Monginevro variant
- Stargazing: Cupola Marcon, Cupola Morais, Cupola Reosc
- Hot springs: Hammam Al Bab
When to go to Turin
The best time to visit Turin is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:56
- FebPossible10:10
- MarBest time11:37
- AprBest time13:17
- MayBest time14:39
- JunBest time15:25
- JulPossible15:06
- AugPossible13:54
- SepBest time12:18
- OctBest time10:42
- NovPossible9:17
- DecPossible8:35
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 25 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 35. In September, 105 of the 108 places are at their best.
When to go to Italy in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Turin
The nearest main airport is Milan Malpensa International Airport (MXP, Ferno (VA)), 104 km as the crow flies. How to get around Italy (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of Italy, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Turin?
The best known: Museo Egizio, Mole Antonelliana, Turin Cathedral, Basilica of Superga, Royal Palace of Turin. In all, 108 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Turin?
March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 15 h 25 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 35.
How do you get to Turin?
The nearest main airport is Milan Malpensa International Airport (MXP), 104 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Turin as the destination and these 108 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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