Parco del Valentino

Parco del Valentino

Parco del Valentino
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This vast and romantic park contains an impressive botanical garden, a castle and the Borgo Medievale, a medieval village built for the 1884 Turin International Exhibition.
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  • FTMDave
    Adria, Italy7,805 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful park
    The Parco del Valentino lies on the River Po and is a short walk from the city centre. It is extremely varied with a French-style château which houses the local university's Faculty of Architecture, a faux medieval village (actually built in the 19th century), a huge fountain symbolising the 12 months of the year, etc. Perfect for kids, walkers, cyclists or anyone who wants to appreciate some welcome greenery.
    Visited March 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written March 13, 2024
  • Iaia C
    Rome, Italy6,509 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A very pleasant walk in the greenery
    An immense park, covering 47 hectares, which extends along the left bank of the Po, between the Ponte Umberto l and the Principessa Isabella bridge. The oldest public green in the city, with pedestrian and cycle paths, kiosks, renowned rowing clubs. Inside there are the Medieval Village and Castle, the mighty Valentino Castle and the particular Rock Garden which also includes the rose garden. We found it pleasant to walk in such well-kept greenery and we spotted several animals, especially squirrels, nutria and mallards. The dimensions of some tall trees are impressive.
    Visited April 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written March 27, 2024
  • Elisa
    Province of Ferrara, Italy1,383 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I think the most beautiful in Turin
    Large park very popular with tourists and Turin residents to spend time surrounded by nature for a picnic or a walk. The rock gardens area is certainly the most spectacular, a must see. Also an excellent place to spot lots of squirrels.
    Visited March 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written March 30, 2024
  • Pavol Cvicela
    Zwickau, Germany97,229 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A must - beautiful and interesting
    Parco del Valentino - Valentino Park - a sight that I recommend 100%. There we were able to observe squirrels and rabbits up close in the open air. The squirrels are very wild and not afraid. In the second part we looked at beautiful sculptures and top architectural work with the plants. Entry was free. A must.
    Visited April 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written April 25, 2024
  • Giovanniqua
    26 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful park... practically in the center!
    Beautiful park, practically in the center (10 minutes or so from Piazza Vittorio Veneto, with a nice route that runs along the Po). Lush greenery in spring and lots of squirrels too. Very well looked after, with valuable buildings inside (the Valentino castle, home to the Faculty of Architecture, and the Medieval Village, unfortunately not open to visitors now as it is being renovated). Especially on a sunny day, it absolutely deserves a relaxing visit of even a couple of hours (the weather is subjective, I saw a lot of people, especially kids but also families, picnicking and probably spending the whole day, but you can also just do it two steps)
    Visited April 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written April 28, 2024
  • CLAUDIOMAS
    Ceccano, Italy5,145 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    From the Middle Ages, the green soul of Turin
    The most important and ancient park in Turin. A little from the center (about 1 km) it is located on the left bank of the Po. Interesting arboreal and birdlife heritage. Every time I go to Turin, I start the day with a nice jog along its beautiful manicured avenues, with squirrels constantly crossing you. Its origins are certainly medieval and the name derives from the Savoy Castle (UNESCO Heritage), precisely Valentino Castle, one of the Royal Residences. On the occasion of the Italian General Exhibition of 1884, the beautiful Medieval Village was created, a faithful reconstruction from an architectural and stylistic point of view of Piedmontese and Aosta Valley villages, complete with a visitable fortress. Unfortunately, it is currently closed for renovations. It is worth a peaceful walk, I recommend starting from the Murazzi in Piazza Vittorio.
    Visited April 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written April 29, 2024
  • Gabriella Bergamo
    11 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Birthday Edward!
    Yesterday we celebrated my son's birthday who was 8 years old. Everything perfect, everyone happy and content in a peaceful and safe environment. The guys who organize are kind and helpful, ready to give you help. Thank you, see you soon !
    Visited June 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written June 2, 2024
  • Occhiblu_89
    Rome, Italy289 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Squirrels to see
    Beautiful park surrounded by greenery and full of squirrels that approach quietly. You can give him some nuts or almonds, but not foods that would hurt him! We must preserve this pleasant coexistence and respect the local fauna and flora, always. I absolutely recommend the visit.
    Visited August 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written August 28, 2024
  • AntonioSabetta
    263 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Delicate
    Romantic park, delicate, I dare say dreamlike. Ideal for a quiet walk to find the various modern sculptures inside the park. In the immediate vicinity there is the Po, the medieval village and the fountain of 12 months. At the entrance there is a playground for children.
    Visited September 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written September 20, 2024
  • patdia
    Sardinia, Italy2,456 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Pleasant green oasis
    The Valentino Park is a pleasant green oasis in the city of Turin Too bad that it is not fully usable due to maintenance works affecting a part of the park. Also under restoration the Valentino Castle and the Medieval Village. Too bad!! Beyond this the park is equipped with refreshment points of games for children of beautiful fountains such as that of the Rivers. Not to be overlooked the view of the river Po.Poi lla walk in the Park is enlivened by numerous squirrels that are approached tranquilly.Da visit despite the work in progress!!
    Visited September 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written October 7, 2024
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Francesco S
Province of Turin, Italy1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2023 • Friends
My son's 3rd birthday! Excellent organisation. Kindness and quality in the products offered in the proposed catering. The price is competitive but the greatest advantage is the safe and festive atmosphere in which the event took place. Well done, good, good
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Written September 11, 2023
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Massimiliano P
Novara, Italy47,029 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 • Solo
Valentino is the largest and most famous public park in Turin. This vast green area develops along the banks of the Po and represents the ideal place for playing sports, walking or simply relaxing in nature, with a discreet presence of kiosks and refreshment areas. Inside this large park there are more or less beautiful and well-kept areas, the rock garden area is certainly worth a visit and a walk in the picturesque medieval village. Also worth seeing are the famous Castle and right next to it, the botanical garden. For art enthusiasts, also within the park, there is the Promoter of Fine Arts, an exhibition space where interesting exhibitions are often organised. A beautiful park that offers multiple leisure opportunities.
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Written August 31, 2023
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Vicky Silve
Abbadia Lariana, Italy684 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022 • Family
We had a regenerating and relaxing walk in this park, considered the most important in Turin. We visited it with the Winter weather and this gave me the curiosity to visit it in Spring too, with all the flowers blossoming. The higlight for me was feeding squirrels: they were very cute!
Written December 8, 2022
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Ilenia D
l'aquila367 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 • Family
A good part is not open to visitors as it is undergoing renovation. There are no controls and therefore you will encounter even very large dogs without a muzzle and without a leash. To refine the indications. A great attraction is the numerous colony of squirrels, which, now accustomed to human presence, quietly descend from the trees and approach people to take food. The most evocative and well-kept part is the rock garden, with the characteristic steel constructions, including the famous lampposts of lovers..
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Written January 15, 2025
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sokolalene
Bergamo, Italy3,289 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Solo
I lived near the park and decided on a sunny morning to start one of my days in Turin here. The walk turned out to be very pleasant - leaves rustled underfoot, the trees were not yet completely bare, squirrels (gray, plump, almost the size of a cat) kept crossing the road, rowers were training on the river. But the structures in the park did not make much of an impression. If you don’t live close, the park is not on your way and you don’t have extra time, then you can safely skip this point of the program. More like just to get some air.
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Written December 9, 2023
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alessander1973
Rimini, Italy821 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Couples
Beautiful walk to see the medieval village which unfortunately is now surrounded by scaffolding and therefore the castle cannot be visited. We saw the lovers' bench with its street lamps, botanical garden and 12 month fountains. Very hot in August
Google
Written August 13, 2023
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tony b
5,244 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Friends
A bewitching and evocative park that captures your gaze in every corner.
Streams, beautiful plants and some squirrels that catch your eye.
Ideal for a healthy and relaxing walk.
It is certainly a fantastic attraction of the city!
Google
Written October 24, 2023
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Ryan S
Cardiff, UK1,123 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2020 • Couples
A big park full of interesting attractions such as the valentino castle and the medieval village. Walking in the river is also great. Its a lovely spot for a picnic. My favourite part was the fountain of the 12 months, that is a huge and very impressive.
Written August 27, 2020
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cann
11 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 • Couples
Very average park. Little water and animals. Dirty and poorly maintained. Little shade and no air. It's better downtown. Italians aren't strong in the park. The one in the royal palace doesn't break bricks either.
It's not the gardens of the Alhambra... What one would expect from the comments...

Go to the edge of the Po. It's better. And frankly, if you're only here a few days, don't waste your time. There's plenty of better things to do downtown. Climb to the duomo, the royal palace, churches, museums etc.
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Written August 21, 2024
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Ron
Heerlen, The Netherlands128 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2024 • Couples
Ended up in this park during a cycling tour. Beautifully laid out with various coffee shops and attractions for children. Pleasantly busy on weekends with many locals. Good parking facilities. Public experience
Walking distance.
Google
Written April 19, 2024
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