Turin Hidden Gem Activities
Best Turin Hidden Gem Attractions
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San Salvario
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Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
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Centro
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Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
Centro
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Centro
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San Salvario
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Centro
Churches & Cathedrals
Vanchiglia
Architectural Buildings
San Donato
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Centro
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San Salvario
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What travelers are saying
- puppypatrolAtlanta, GA192 contributionsWe enjoyed this chance to go below Torino and learn about the fascinating story of Piero Micca and the vast network of tunnels from the early 1700's. the tour was in Italian, but there is an English -language audio guide to listen to. If you are claustrophobic it could get a little dicey down in the tunnels but I am not a fan of enclosed spaces and I did just fine.Written February 20, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- Nik RVarna, Bulgaria6,679 contributionsMAO is usually neglected by the tourists although it is in the historical center and is too overshadowed by the other well known points of interest of Turin, such as Museo Egizio, Mole Antonelliana and Musei Reali, without a valid reason, in my opinion. It is not as big as those mentioned above but it is unique by itself with great exhibits that cannot be seen often from Japan, China, India and many other countries/regions from the Orient.
Lots of items are on display, varying from ancient manuscripts, folk costumes, fabrics, statues of various gods, weapons, pottery, etc. Awesome were the Samurai armor and the Ninja weapons. Tons of information in Italian and English, perfectly arranged exhibitions in different halls as per the area the artefacts came from with 5 main areas - Japan, China, the Himalayan region, South and South-East Asia and the Arabic world.
This cute museum is housed in a historical building - Palazzo Mazzonis - which was the Turin residence of 2 branches of one of the most important Piedmontese families - the Solaros.
I can say we spent a wonderful couple of hours in MAO!Written May 25, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - drmaderOrinda, CA1,972 contributionsBaroque intimate small and cool
Church so come in and sit and cool
Down on a hot day, contemplate the ceilings and cupola . BeautifulWritten May 18, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - chenitHerzliya, Israel290 contributionsGreat museum. Seeing all the models of FIAT in one place (from the 1910s to the present), including airplanes, ships, engines is a great experience for the entire family.
It's absolutely an hidden gem in Torino.
Entrance is free.Written January 19, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - weweyuaanZurich, Switzerland23 contributionsIt's a former prison in service for around 100 years until late 80s. I went on a Friday and the visit was in Italian. Even though I didn't understand anything and no photo is allowed, the visual shock was already unforgettable.
Very warm cloth needed!Written February 17, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - ian1811Scotland, UK492 contributionsWell worth the 15 min walk from the centre of Turin to go and visit. As with all these old buildings not as sharp as they once were, but you still get a wow monment when you go in. Some bits were undergoing restoration while we were there. The gardens are lovely to wander around and again not as sharp as their heyday.Written April 20, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- drlcs1281 contributionsThis is a small museum about the shroud. The real shroud is NOT here and is available for viewing one / every decade(?) or so.
That said, the museum provided lots of interesting information about the shroud, and is a great experience if u r interested in it as a religious artefact. It has replicas and close up imagery.
The museum was very quiet when I was there. It opens only 3 hr/day in the pm so plan accordingly.Written December 3, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - Eleonora CLondon, UK22 contributionsIt is difficult to find and only open a few hours each week. It is open, however, on a Saturday at 3.00. I went at 4.00 and found one of their regular concerts was on at 5.00, costing only 5 Euros. a beautiful church and a charming concert by young musicians. I think it is also open at 10.00 to 12.00 on a Sunday. But I am not certain.Written September 22, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- ian1811Scotland, UK492 contributionsSqueezed this into our trip on the last day. So glad we did. The furnishings are over the top but you have to remember the time period and fashions of the day.
While we were there, there was a costume exhibition on as well which was very good too.
Well worth doing.Written April 20, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - Magnus K1 contributionThe palace has a long history of the French/Italian royalty and clearly was a cultural and political hub back in the days (with young Mozart gigging there whilst on the European tour with his family). The guide (Francesco) was a fountain of knowledge and very obliging with our two boys (7 and 10) that were subjected to this cultural experience. Top man
that was a couple of hours well spent, then go for a hot chocolate at Al Bicerin around the corner.Written January 19, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - Food me awayLimassol City, Cyprus48 contributionsShould you ever visit Turin, I highly recommend this place. The entry fee is modest and you will be taken on a tour. It has unique artifacts, rooms, and a lovely garden. If you're not into visiting it, at least take a tour around it since you won't be disappointed.Written July 17, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- touristicalNew York City, NY79 contributionsWent there specifically to see the Tarocchi Show which was an excellent and in depth examination of the history of tarot cards. The show is in italian. I read online that you could somehow use your phone with an app to read the descriptions. The man at the entry was impatient and pushed me into buying the audio which is TERRIBLE- I do not recommend. If I knew that all you needed was a QR Scanner for the descriptions which translate into english I would have enjoyed more.Written December 5, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- 564normSydney, Australia350 contributionsVisited the flea market while we were in Torino, not the best but there were some highlights, antique furniture for one. Have been to better markets but this one was not the best even though it is very large.Written September 27, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- Chris_FarthingLondon, UK134 contributionsAs a fan of both architecture and birding, it was a bit of a no-brainer to pay a visit to the Cimitero Monumentale di Torino when I was in the area. Architecturally the place is stunning. When the top cemetaries in europe are rated, usually the main consideration is which famous dead people are in there. So Pere Lachaise and Tikhvin are popular, but if you prefer stone to bone, then it is hard to beat this place. As for birds, I saw two Hawfinches here (a rare bird in Italy though there has been an irruption of them in western Europe this year), loads of Black Redstart, Treecreepers, a Sparrowhawk, etc etc.Written January 10, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
