Historic Centre Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Mole Antonelliana
One of the tallest buildings of its time, this historic landmark still towers over central Turin, providing visitors with panoramic views of the city.
Egyptian Museum Torino
Explore the history of the pharaohs of ancient Egypt in the only exclusively Egyptian museum outside of Cairo.
Turin Royal Palace
This classic aristocratic mansions houses one of the best displays of weaponry and armor from the Savoy’s Italian reign.
Piazza San Carlo
One of the most famous piazzas in Turin is known for its cafés, shopping, architecture and twin churches that guard its entrance.
Piazza Castello
Find out about the history of Turin when you spend time at Piazza Castello. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Turin Cathedral
The major Roman Catholic church of Turin is the current resting place of the Shroud of Turin, what many believe to be the burial cloth for Jesus.
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Centre
Roman Quarter
Historical sites, museums and shopping highlight some of the noteworthy features of Roman Quarter. Make a stop by Via Garibaldi or Via Roma while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Cit Turin
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Cit Turin. Sacra di San Michele is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Porta Susa Station or Principi D'Acaja Station to see more of the city.
Aurora
Aurora is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mercato di Porta Palazzo and Santuario Basilica Maria Ausiliatrice.
Vanchiglia
If you're spending some time in Vanchiglia, Susa Valley and Teatro della Caduta are top sights worth seeing.
San Donato
If you're spending some time in San Donato, Centro Commerciale Parco Dora and Susa Valley are top sights worth seeing.
Crocetta
The spas and bars are a few things visitors like about Crocetta. Check out GAM while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Re Umberto Station or Vinzaglio Station to get around town.