Location: Turin
Top Things to do in Turin
What to do and see in Turin, Piedmont: The Best Architectural Buildings
In Turin, the capital of the Piedmont region of northwest Italy, sports cars and chocolate are a matter of pride. The city is also home to the Museo Egizio, one of the most impressive collections of Egyptian artifacts in the world. A stroll around Piazza Castello and along the Via Roma encompasses many of the must-see sights. Valentino Park houses an 18th-century castle, botanic garden and medieval village. When you've worked up an appetite, sample casual trattorias for pastas, regional wines and coffees.
Restaurants in Turin
1. Palazzo Reale
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,061 reviews
Reviewed By 445nikr - Varna, Bulgaria
The appearance of the Royal Palace, beautiful but not breath-taking, does not suggest the splendor inside. It was a symbol of the wealth of the Savoy Dynasty, and the center of its governing power. The palace complex consists of plenty rooms with ornate interior of intricate shapes, awesome tapestries and marvelous paintings depicting religious scenes and events of the history of the Savoy Dynasty, the Royal Gardens and the Chapel of the Holy Shroud which have been turned into museums, known as the Royal Museums of Turin. Amazing is the Grand Staircase (Scalone d'Onore), the first part of the Palace, every visitor sees - beautiful wall-paintings and sculptures, and a huge painting on the ceiling. All the rooms are furnished and decorated in a really lavish and opulent way with the Dining Room and the Room of the Cuirassiers being my favorites. We didn't take audio-guides but plenty of detailed information was there in the rooms, both in Italian and English. There was a beautiful Christmas tree in the Ball Room and a "Steinway Spirio" piano, automatically performing songs of renowned artists. Bear in mind that it is closed on Mondays but entry is free every first Sunday of the month. Admission for kids and youngsters of up to 18 years of age is also free of charge.
2. Casa La Fleur
3. Mole Antonelliana
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9,371 reviews
Reviewed By lfiebert - Lansdale, United States
The elevator ride and views at the top are spectacular - the building is really interesting architecturally and the Torino National Cinema Museum which is located in the Mole is a must see attraction in Torino. We spent three-hours and barely touched the surface. It is a great place for a film buff, movie historian, or for anyone that likes to walk around in a delightful engaging building with superb displays.
4. Casa Scaccabarozzi
5. Palazzo Carignano
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 458 reviews
6. Villa Scott
7. Palazzo Madama
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 498 reviews
Reviewed By RoddieA
This interesting museum is on the same square as the Royal Palace. It is not as big but is also definitely worth s look. Princess Christine Marie moved into it after the death of her husband as the Royal Palace was too big. She had a love of dancing and thus the Palazzo Madama was the location for many balls and its large rooms, with their beautiful ceilings, and grand entrance stairway was ideally suited for them. There is a huge collection porcelain and gold & silver in one of the rooms and there are some lovely sculptures throughout the palace. Included in the tour is a visit to the top of one of the two towers (by stairs or lift) where you good views across the city. Finally you can visit the small but calming medieval gardens.
8. Parco Archeologico
9. Campus Luigi Einaudi
10. Castello Saffarone
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