Advice

Let’s take a quick break to tell you about some other points of interest that couldn’t be included in this itinerary. Like many Italian cities, Turin is packed with museums, and if you have some extra time during your stay, they won’t disappoint. Start with the Egyptian Museum, considered one of the finest in the world after the one in Cairo. Then there’s the Galleria Sabauda, one of Italy’s top fine art galleries that’s well worth your time. If you're into contemporary art, head about 15 kilometres out to Rivoli and visit the strange and fascinating Museo di Rivoli, housed in a former Savoy royal castle. Another must-see just outside the city is the beautiful Basilica of Superga, perched high in the hills and home to the tombs of many members of the House of Savoy. Sitting at 670 metres above sea level, it offers a sweeping view over the city and the peaks of the Alps. You can get there by car or by taking the funicular railway. The Villa della Regina is also worth visiting. Built on a hillside overlooking Turin, this 17th-century residence nestled within lush greenery was created for the queens of Savoy and is adorned with frescoes and paintings. Its terraced gardens and ornate fountain only add to its appeal. If you'd like to explore the region a bit further, venture into the charming Alpine villages of the Susa Valley. In the town of Susa itself, you can visit the remarkable Sacra di San Michele abbey, standing nearly 1,000 metres up on Mount Pirchiriano. Stark and mysterious, its silhouette inspired Umberto Eco to write The Name of the Rose. The views from its ramparts are absolutely breathtaking. The abbey is dedicated to the Archangel Michael, protector of the Christian people, and is also part of a 2,000-kilometre pilgrimage route linking Mont-Saint-Michel in France with Monte Sant’Angelo in Apulia. So, if you decide to stay in the area a little longer, there are plenty of sights to discover.