HistoricalHiking

Self-Guided Audio Tour of Piazza Castello, Turin

Turin, Italy
53minDurationGerman, English, Italian, FrenchOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupWheelchair accessibleAccessibilityEasyLevel

About this experience

This self-guided audio tour provides an opportunity to explore the Baroque palaces and churches surrounding Turin’s Piazza Castello at your own pace using the VoiceMap mobile app. The experience is suitable for both first-time visitors and locals with an interest in the city's history and culture. Participants will begin near Palazzo Madama and walk around Piazza Castello, learning about various historical aspects including the origins of the name Turin, its reputation in magic, the dual churches within the Royal Church of Saint Lawrence, the influential family behind notable landmarks, and the location of the city's famous restaurant. The tour includes insights into local history and culture, but does not include any guided interaction or physical accompaniment.

Itinerary

1

Piazza Castello

The tour takes place around Piazza Castello. You'll see all its main sights and some of its hidden corners too.

2

Teatro Regio Di Torino

On this tour, you'll pass by the Royal Theatre of Turin.

3

Archivio Di Stato Di Torino

You'll briefly stop outside the Turin's archives on this tour.

4

Royal Castle of Pollenzo

You make a brief stop outside the Prefecture on this tour.

5

Biblioteca Reale di Torino

This is another brief stop along the tour.

6

Palazzo Reale Di Torino

You'll stop outside the Royal Palace and if you'd like to, you're able to pause or end the tour while you visit the palace before finishing the rest of the tour.

7

Palazzo Madama

On this tour, you'll briefly stop outside the oldest building in the city.

8

Piazza Carignano

You'll briefly stop outside the Piazza Carignano from where you'll see and hear about many important buildings/

What's included / not included

VoiceMap App for Android and iOSLifetime access to this tour in EnglishOffline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en routeSmartphone and headphonesTransportationFood and drink

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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