The best things to do in Turin
From iconic landmarks and elegant royal squares to world-class gastronomy and the Alps on its doorstep, Turin offers a unique mix of culture, history and outdoor experiences.
The Mole Antonelliana and the National Cinema Museum: Turin's iconic landmark
The most recognisable silhouette in Turin and the
The Mole Antonelliana — Turin's most iconic monument and one of the most singular buildings in Italy — houses the Museo Nazionale del Cinema, considered one of the finest themed museums in the world. From its summit, the views over Turin and the Piedmontese Alps are absolutely spectacular. A unique experience just minutes from Livensa Turin by metro.
The historic centre and the royal squares: Baroque Turin
Piazza Castello, Piazza San Carlo and the most
Turin has one of the most coherent and elegant historic centres in Europe. Piazza Castello — with the Palazzo Reale and the Teatro Regio —, Piazza San Carlo — known as Turin's drawing room — and the 18 kilometres of covered arcades that run through the centre make this city a unique architectural landmark. The former capital of the Kingdom of Italy holds centuries of history in every facade.
Piedmontese gastronomy: truffles, Barolo and the bicerin
The gastronomic capital of northern Italy and the
Turin is the gastronomic capital of Piedmont and the birthplace of the Slow Food movement, founded by Carlo Petrini in 1989. The white truffle from Alba, Barolo wine, tajarin egg pasta, bagna càuda and the bicerin — the hot chocolate, coffee and cream drink served at the historic Café Al Bicerin since 1763 — are just some of the stars of an exceptional gastronomic tradition that turns every
The Alps and the snow: skiing one hour from Turin
Skiing and the Alps nearby
Turin is the only major European city with a ski resort less than an hour away: Sestriere, Bardonecchia and the 2006 Olympic slopes are reachable in under 90 minutes. In summer, the Piedmontese alpine valleys offer hiking trails, mountain cycling and scenery of incomparable beauty. A privilege enjoyed only by students in Turin.
The Reggia di Venaria Reale: the Italian Versailles
UNESCO World Heritage Site just 20 minutes from
The Reggia di Venaria Reale — declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997 — is the largest royal palace in Italy and one of the most spectacular Baroque complexes in Europe. Its gardens, art galleries and the history of the House of Savoy that permeates every room make Venaria an unmissable visit, just 20 minutes by bus from Livensa Turin.