Historic Centre Travel Guide
Turin
Visit Historic Centre
Popular places to visit
Egyptian Museum
Explore the history of the pharaohs of ancient Egypt in the only exclusively Egyptian museum outside of Cairo.
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.
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.
Via Roma
During your visit to Turin, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Via Roma. Discover the museums and spas in this walkable area.
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 Royal Palace
This classic aristocratic mansions houses one of the best displays of weaponry and armor from the Savoy’s Italian reign.
Things to do
Turin: Torino+Piemonte 2-Day City Card
Turin: Stupinigi Royal Hunting Lodge Entry Ticket
Turin: Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art Entry Ticket
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Top hotels in Historic Centre
Grand Hotel Sitea
Prime location, Friendly staff, Clean roor, Nice breakfast
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Principi di Piemonte | UNA Esperienze
Perfekt
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Hotel Astoria
Property has no bar open
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Starhotels Majestic
Selling point is its location
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Concord Hotel
Hotel Diplomatic
Hotel perfect good location for City sights, restaurants etc. Good bar Enrico barman excellent all staff very helpfull
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
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 Porta Palazzo Market while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Aurora
Aurora is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Porta Palazzo Market and Santuario Basilica Maria Ausiliatrice.
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.
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.
