Turin 6 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & City Center Exploration

  • Arrival: You can fly into Turin’s main airport, Malpensa Airport (MXP), or the smaller Caselle Airport (TRN). From there, you can take a bus, taxi, or train to the city center.

  • Accommodation: Stay in the historic city center for easy access to attractions. Recommendations include Hotel Rinascente Turin, NH Collection Torino Piazza Carlina, and B&B Hotel Torino Stazione Porta Nuova.

  • Sightseeing: Visit Mole Antonelliana (National Museum of Cinema), Piazza Castello, Palazzo Reale, and the beautiful Piazza San Carlo.

  • Dinner: Dine at Ristorante La Piola for classic Piedmontese dishes or Trattoria dal Raccomano for a taste of Turin’s traditional cuisine.

Day 2: Royal Palace & Museums

  • Morning: Visit the Royal Palace and its adjoining museums, including the Royal Armory and the Museum of Antiquities.

  • Lunch: Head to Eataly Torino La Rinascente for a delicious meal in a vibrant marketplace atmosphere.

  • Afternoon: Explore the Egyptian Museum (Museo Egizio) or the Gallery of Modern Art (Galleria Sabauda).

Day 3: Hilltop Villas & Parco del Valentino

  • Morning: Visit Superga Basilica and the hilltop village of Superga. Enjoy panoramic views of Turin from its heights.

  • Lunch: Grab a bite at Antico Caffè Mulassano, a historic café in Superga.

  • Afternoon: Head to Parco del Valentino, walk along the Po River, and visit the Royal Palace of Venaria Reale if time allows.

Day 4: Food & Wine Experience

  • Morning: Visit the Slow Food Presidia Museum to learn about Italy’s food heritage and local products.

  • Lunch: Take a guided truffle hunt and lunch in the Langhe region (day trip).

  • Dinner: Return for dinner at La Bottega del Caffè, renowned for its chocolate-based dishes.

Day 5: Shroud Chapel & Chocolate Tour

  • Morning: Visit the Sindone (Shroud) Chapel (Capella della Sindone).

  • Afternoon: Take a chocolate tour to learn about Turin’s famous Gianduiotto chocolates and visit historic chocolatiers.

  • Dinner: Dine at La Via del Cioccolato, a restaurant dedicated to chocolate-based dishes.

Day 6: Departure

  • Morning/Afternoon: Spend your last hours in Turin shopping for souvenirs or relaxing in a café before departing from the airport.

Things to Know:

  1. Turin is a walkable city, but consider using public transportation (buses, trams, and the metro) to save time and energy.
  2. Italian is the official language, but many people speak English in the tourist areas.
  3. The local currency is the Euro. Credit cards are widely accepted in shops and restaurants.
  4. Turin’s weather can be unpredictable, so pack layers and check the forecast before your visit.
  5. For more information, visit Turin’s official tourism website: www.turismo.to.

Tips:

  1. Try local specialties such as bicerin (a hot drink made with chocolate, coffee, and cream), bagna cauda (a dipping sauce of anchovies, garlic, and butter), and agnolotti (meat-filled pasta).
  2. Explore the vibrant street art scene in the Quadrilatero district.
  3. Take a stroll through the beautiful botanical garden, Giardino Reale.
  4. Attend a football match at the Juventus Stadium if your trip coincides with a home game.