6 things to do in Turin
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If you are planning a visit to Turin, among the many wonders of this city, we recommend some attractions that you should not miss.
To the unfamiliar, Turin may seem like a quiet, low-key city, but a visit is enough to discover an elegant, refined and stylish city. Turin can be visited on foot, with eyes looking upwards, with the Mole Antonelliana as a landmark, getting lost in the many markets and enjoying a unique food and wine tradition.
Here, then, are our suggestions for an unforgettable visit to the Savoy city.
Visit to Valentino Park
A wonderful public park with a castle, a botanical garden, a fantastic fountain with statues and a mediaeval village. Valentino Park is certainly one of the places most frequented by Turin residents for jogging, boating or simply being outdoors. The Castle, which houses the Faculty of Architecture of the Turin Polytechnic, is a 17th century Savoy construction, strongly advocated as a "maison de plaisance" by Madama Reale Cristina of France, sister of Louis XIII and wife of Victor Amadeus I of Savoy. The beautiful Fountain of the Seasons and the Months is dated from 1898. A commemorative work, built to mark the 50th anniversary of the Statuto Albertino, designed by architect Carlo Ceppi in Rococo style.
Tour of the Royal Palace of Turin
If you want to know the secrets of the Italian royal family, a tour to the Royal Palace is for you! A visit to the Royal Palace will allow you to learn the secrets and legends surrounding the royals and discover their treasure: a splendid palace that is a celebration of luxury. You will be able to visit the royal office, where the king signed documents, as well as many other fascinating and luxurious rooms, such as the ballroom or the flats, and then conclude your visit with the Baroque chapel, built specifically to preserve the Holy Shroud.
Walking tour in Turin
There are different ways to experience and admire the beauty of a place, but a walk through the historical centre of Turin, to discover the history and culture of this beautiful city, is a must. We recommend Piazza San Carlo as your first stop, where you can admire the equestrian monument of Emanuele Filiberto di Savoia and enjoy the famous Bicerin, the typical Piedmontese hot drink made with chocolate, coffee and cream.
Heading towards Piazza Carignano, you can visit and photograph some of the most beautiful historical buildings, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997.
Tour of the city of Turin by E-Bike
If walking is not your thing, then an e-bike is certainly the perfect alternative for sightseeing!You can rent or book a guided e-bike tour with a local to discover the best of Turin: during the tour, which generally lasts about 3 hours, which generally lasts about three hours, your guide will take you around Turin and introduce you to this magnificent city, visiting places such as Piazza San Carlo, Palazzo Madama and the Church of San Lorenzo, to name a few.
Mole Antonelliana – Cinema Museum
At 167 metres high, the Mole Antonelliana is the symbol of Turin. Originally designed to be a synagogue for Turin's Jewish community, for some years now it has housed the National Cinema Museum, one of Turin's main attractions. Five rooms tell the story of the evolution of filmmaking from the first devices used for filming and editing, to the poster gallery, via an in-depth look at the different film genres and stages (production companies, directors, actors, screenplay, etc). Also not to be missed is the dome of the Mole, which can be reached either on foot or by panoramic lift.
For visiting hours of the Cinema Museum, the Panoramic Elevator and the Foot Climb, you can check the official website of the museum.
Visit to the Egyptian Museum
The Egyptian Museum is an ideal place to visit if you want to immerse yourself in the history of Ancient Egypt. Located right in the heart of the city in a beautiful and intriguing building, the Egyptian Museum in Turin is, after Cairo, the second most important museum in the world for the study of Ancient Egypt and should be an absolute must during your stay in this extraordinary city. Bernardino Drovetti, Jean Francois Champillon and Carlo Felice of Savoy: it is thanks to these three people that the Royal Museum of Egyptian Antiquities was founded in 1824.
Once inside the museum, you will delve into Egyptian culture by admiring real mummies, sarcophagi and various interesting exhibits that will lead you to discover the fascinating history of the Egyptians, and its rituals and customs. The visit to the halls of the Egyptian Museum offers state-of-the-art video guides and multimedia aids that provide a valuable contribution to the understanding of the exhibits and the different paths that make up the museum. There is also a Library, with independent access from the Museum, available to scholars and enthusiasts.
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