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See one of Europe’s most beautiful medieval abbeys, and spend time exploring it during this 5-hour tour of Sacra di San Michele from Turin. Travel to Mt. Pirchiriano to the abbey that’s known worldwide for inspiring the film The Name of the Rose, which stars Sean Connery.

If you’d love to visit Florence but don’t want to spend half the day driving, consider Lucca, which offers a similar architectural esthetic but is only 60 min from La Spezia. An elegant city best known for its ancient fortified walls that have been transformed into a unique urban greenspace, Lucca is also a great kid-friendly destination, also features beautiful shops (major fashion brands as well as boutiques brimming with artisan creations), really good gelato and excellent cuisine. Going to Pisa doesn’t take up a lot of time and is enjoyable for both adults and kids. KIDS 12 AND UNDER TOUR FOR FREE!

Embark on a fun and interactive adventure through the Royal Palace of Turin, designed to engage young explorers while discovering the city's royal heritage. This private tour combines history, culture, and great storytelling to create a memorable experience for the whole family. Children will be captivated by fascinating stories and immersive learning moments as they explore the palace’s grandeur. They will visit the Royal Armory, home to the collection of medieval weapons and armor, the Chapel of the Holy Shroud, where they will learn about one of Turin’s most sacred relics, and the Royal Gardens, a beautiful space filled with history and charm. Book this exclusive family experience for an exciting blend of education and fun, making your visit to the Royal Palace of Turin unforgettable!

Experience Turin’s rich history and culture on this family-friendly excursion. Explore sites like Piazza San Carlo, Piazza Costello, Palazzo Reale, Palantine Gates, and the Turin Cathedral—home of Jesus’ supposed burial cloth. Learn about the city from an informative local guide in an atmosphere kids will love, with trivia, games, and scavenger hunts.

Turin’s historic center is rich with lavish architecture and important museums, but fitting in the highlights in a single day can be complicated. See the Royal Palace, Duomo, and Piazza San Carlo in just hours with this guided walking tour, all while learning about this fascinating city that was the first capital of Italy. End your visit with a stop at the Cinema Museum and a jaunt to the top of the Mole Antonelliana.

Get a taste of medieval life in Piedmont plus the region’s gourmet bounty at the Grinzane Cavour Castle, just a short drive from Alba. Check out the Museo delle Langhe section to view artifacts and displays from the castle’s long history and learn about Piedmontese life through the centuries. Sample truffles, wine, and other specialty products, or enjoy a meal among the spectacular hilltop setting at the on-site ‘enoteca’ restaurant (own expense).

An itinerary that combines sustainable travel, royal heritage, popular devotion, and untouched nature. Because Superga is not just a destination — it is an experience for the soul, a window open onto the landscape and time. You can see Turin from a different perspective by riding on a historic tram. From Superga, you can enjoy spectacular views and experience the history of Savoia Royal Family.

The Egyptian Museum of Turin is the oldest in the world in its category and second in importance only to that of Cairo. In this museum, dedicated exclusively to the art and culture of ancient Egypt, you will discover magnificent collections of unique finds. You will explore the museum without getting lost among the many artifact, as led by your guide, you will see the most important in a 2.5 hour journey . Let yourself be fascinated by the stories and the information on mummies, sarcophagi, hieroglyphics and papyri. You will feel like you are jumping into the past and you will learn about this wonderful culture, to which we owe the construction of the pyramids. You will have the unique opportunity to observe the intact tomb of Kha and Merit and the "list of kings", a list of the Pharaohs of Egypt written on a papyrus. This experience will give you a fantastic cultural background about the Nile civilization that you will never forget.

Discover Turin’s most breathtaking viewpoints on a guided panoramic tour. From medieval towers to royal vineyards and hidden gardens, admire the skyline framed by the Alps and the Mole Antonelliana. Perfect for photography lovers and slow travelers.

Explore the best that Turin has to offer on this six hour tour, accompanied by an expert local guide! The first stop on the tour is a visit to the the Royal Palace, built during the Renaissance and the seat of the Italy’s first king. You’ll have the chance to see the royal apartments, the Armoury and the gardens. Adjacent to the Royal Palace is the Duomo. The interior of the cathedral is a real jewel of the Baroque Age, one of the most successful times in Turin’s history. The tour continues at the Roman Quadrilateral, where you can lose yourself in its charming alleys before arriving into the Piazza San Carlo, the social heart of Turin. You will then see the amazing Galleria Subalpina and walk along Via Po' before ending your tour with a fun visit to the Cinema Museum. A lovely way to discover Turin!