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Audio Tour of Turin Royal History

Turin, Italy
1h45DurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupWheelchair accessibleAccessibilityEasyLevel

About this experience

This self-guided audio tour of Turin allows travelers to explore the city's rich history at their own pace. Participants will start at Porta Palatina, an ancient Roman gateway, and learn about the evolution of Turin from a military outpost to the first capital of united Italy. The tour includes insights into the House of Savoy's role in shaping the city and features a walk through porticoed streets and historic galleries, culminating at the Gran Madre di Dio church. This experience is suitable for history enthusiasts and those interested in local legends. It may not be ideal for those who prefer guided tours or have limited mobility. The tour includes audio content but does not provide physical guides or transportation.

Itinerary

1

Porta Palatina

Marvel at this remarkably preserved Roman gateway dating from the 1st century BCE, featuring massive twin towers and original stonework. Discover where Julius Caesar established the military colony of Iulia Augusta Taurinorum, experiencing the foundations of what would become modern Turin.

2

Cattedrale Di San Giovanni Battista

Explore this Renaissance cathedral that houses the enigmatic Shroud of Turin, Christianity's most studied and controversial relic. Walk through the sacred space where faith, science, and mystery converge in one of Italy's most important religious sites.

3

Palazzo Reale Di Torino

Pass through the magnificent former residence of the House of Savoy, showcasing opulent state apartments and royal gardens. Discover how this powerful dynasty transformed Turin into a sophisticated capital through centuries of strategic diplomacy and artistic patronage.

4

Galleria San Federico

Stroll through this elegant covered shopping gallery with its Art Nouveau details and historic boutiques. Experience the atmospheric arcade where scenes from Dario Argento's horror classic "Profondo Rosso" were filmed in the 1970s.

5

Piazza San Carlo

Walk into Turin's elegant "parlour," a symmetrical baroque square flanked by twin churches and graceful arcades. Enjoy the harmonious architecture surrounding the bronze equestrian statue of Duke Emanuele Filiberto sheathing his sword after the Battle of San Quintino.

6

Teatro Regio Di Torino

Pass this prestigious opera house renowned for its exceptional acoustics and neoclassical architecture. Discover one of Italy's leading cultural institutions where world-class performances have graced the stage since 1740.

7

Mole Antonelliana

Admire Turin's iconic 167-meter tower that dominates the skyline and appears on Italian 2-cent euro coins. Experience the city's most recognisable landmark, originally conceived as a synagogue and now home to Italy's National Cinema Museum.

8

Museo Nazionale del Cinema

Explore the world's tallest museum housed within the soaring Mole Antonelliana, dedicated to the art and history of cinema. Discover interactive exhibits spanning film history while enjoying panoramic views of Turin and the Alps from the building's distinctive dome.

9

Museo Egizio

Walk by the world's second-most important Egyptian museum after Cairo, housing an extraordinary collection of ancient artefacts. Marvel at the treasures including mummies, papyri, and monumental statues that reveal 4,000 years of Nile Valley civilisation.

10

Museo Nazionale del Risorgimento

Explore Italy's most important museum dedicated to the Risorgimento, the 19th-century movement that unified the nation. Discover Turin's crucial role as the first capital of united Italy through documents, artefacts, and personal stories of the unification struggle.

What's included / not included

Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after itOffline access to audio, maps, and geodataFlexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tourApp for Android and iOSDirections to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphonesTransportationFood and drinkPersonal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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