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Depart Turin and journey to the Sacra di San Michele and get ready to experience one of the most beautiful abbeys of the Italian Alps. Famous worldwide as the inspiration for Umberto Eco’s bestselling novel "The Name of the Rose", the Sacra di San Michele is regarded as one of the most important examples of Romanesque architecture in Europe. It was founded on the summit of Mount Pirchiriano and overlooks the valley of the Val di Susa with breathtaking views of the Alps. To reach the marble "Doorway of the Zodiac" (Porta dello Zodiaco) visitors must climb 243 steps, but the unique view from the top is worth it. Discover the whimsical 12th-century "Doorway of the Zodiac". Marvel at the steep stone staircase known as the "Staircase of the Dead" with its 18-meter high pillar that supports the floor of the church and the tower of the "Bell'Alda." Get an astonishing view of the valley and the "Via Francigena" before the return journey to Turin.

Explore Turin from a unique perspective with this one-of-a-kind tour that takes you deep beneath the city. Follow your guide below ground to discover secret tunnels under the city’s citadel, royal ice depots beneath Porta Palazzo, and a WWII air raid shelter. Learn about Turin’s history through the lens of its hidden underground sights, overlooked by most visitors.

Piedmont (Piemonte in Italian) means "foot of the mountains", Turin, the region's major city isn't just the car capital of Italy and home to the Holy Shroud. Neoclassical piazzas, shops filled with chocolates and chic fashions, and elegant Baroque palazzos have been restored in grand style. We are a small team, we want you to discover the beauty of Turin . Piedmont is a region rich in history, well worth visiting at least once in a lifetime. We suggest, but you decide what you want to see and do. Our group are max 3 people, we are in no hurry, we do the tours with a lot of relax.

The Royal Palace is one of the top sights in Turin, but the long lines to enter and vast size of this residence are daunting. With this small-group tour, zip past the crowds and take in the highlight in just a few hours. Follow your guide straight to the most sumptuous halls and end with time in the Chapel of the Shroud, with commentary about the history of the palace and city along the way.

If you’re looking for an unusual way to discover the sights of Turin, then this is it. Swap long and predictable walking tours for an outdoor escape game that you can play at your own pace, without having to follow a guide or group. Receive clues and complete challenges on your smartphone, and at the same time learn spooky stories and mysteries about Turin.

See several of Turin's most storied landmarks in the space of a single excursion, and enjoy a more personalized sightseeing experience, on this small-group tour. With a guide and prebooked admission tickets (included in the cost), your sightseeing logistics are made simple. Head first to the Royal Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before viewing the Chapel of the Holy Shroud and the Turin Cathedral (on request).

Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Turin on this engaging 2-hour walking tour. Stroll through iconic landmarks such as Piazza Castello and Piazza San Carlo, while soaking in the architectural beauty and local charm. Wander down Via Roma and Via Lagrange, revealing the elegance of the city’s shopping district, before enjoying the scenic views of Piazza Carignano and Piazza Carlo Alberto. This tour provides an insightful glimpse into Turin’s heritage and is perfect for history enthusiasts and casual explorers alike.

Turin’s Egyptian Museum has one of the world’s largest collections of ancient Egyptian artefacts, and visiting can be daunting. With this guided tour, take in the highlights in just a few hours and get a better understanding of the sarcophagi, papyrus scrolls, and other important objects on display with the insights and explanations of your guide. Learn about Egypt’s golden age, its ancient deities, and daily life along the Nile.

This is the ideal private tour for first-time visitors to Turin. Get your bearings of the city, and find out lots of local tips by going on a private tour. No need to worry about navigating, as a guide leads the way and provides interesting commentary about the city’s history. The tour covers many top Turin highlights such as Piazza San Carlo, Porta Palatina, Piazza Castello, and Via Po.

The Egyptian Museum is one of Turin’s top attractions and holds the second-largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts in the world. The long lines to enter and vast size can be overwhelming, but with this tour, you’ll zip past the crowds and focus on just the highlights with a dedicated guide. Travel through 5,000 years of Egyptian history and admire ancient art, relics, and sarcophagi in just a few hours.

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.

Visit one of Turin's most opulent sights on a guided tour. See the former residence of the Royal House of Savoy, including the Chapel of the Holy Shroud, and the palace gardens. Meet your guide in front of the Royal Palace and head inside without waiting in line thanks to a priority entry ticket. Explore the palace interior and marvel at the luxurious decorations and furnishings. See the royal apartments, ballroom, throne hall, and gallery. Visit the Chapel of the Holy Shroud, and enjoy the beautiful palace gardens. The tour could be conducted with a bilingual guide

Cover more of Turin's highlights and hidden treasures on this bike tour through the city's historic districts. Explore with a guide so you don't have to focus on a map and discover the city of Italy's royal family, including famous attractions and little-known gems beloved by the locals. Take a break for coffee or gelato (own expense) and enjoy the relaxed pace of a small-group experience

Explore Turin at your own pace—and enjoy two popular tourist attractions in one—with this combination package, which includes 24- or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tickets, plus admission tickets to the National Automobile Museum. On the bus, travel seamlessly with Wi-Fi on board and an audio guide for a comprehensive city experience. Upon arrival at the museum, skip the line and admire nearly 200 vintage cars at your own pace.

Enhance your visit to Turin with a private tour focused on the Holy Shroud, saving you time on research while uncovering its rich history and mysteries. The tour visits the Chapel of the Holy Shroud, the Dome of Turin Cathedral, and the Museum of the Holy Shroud, offering a comprehensive exploration of this revered artifact's story.

What Makes My Tours Unique: 1) a deep knowledge of/focus on architecture and urban design; 2) a warm, witty, and convivial atmosphere—like exploring with a friend; 3) several intriguing anecdotes; 4) entry to private places away from mass tourism; 5) evening and night availability (when the city is at its best); 6) useful digital material sent to you after the tour; 7) dedicated W.App support from 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM for any local tips or travel advice during your stay; 8) max 8 people, for a truly personalized experience. This tour focuses on the past, present and future beauty of Turin—its striking architecture, rich art history, local lore, and vibrant lifestyle. You’ll step into the authentic side of Turin to see where locals head. We’ll wander through the ancient Roman and medieval quarter—my absolute favorite neighborhood, where I’ve chosen to live and which I know inside out. With its winding cobblestone streets, picturesque courtyards, and hidden gems, this is the oldest, most vibrant heart of the city where real people live. Together, we’ll discover a less commercial side of Turin that is incredibly tough to uncover on your own or on standard tours. We’ll focus on the subtle, fascinating details that most tourists miss—but you won't! - Is it true that Turinese people are cold and reserved? - Why does the architecture shift so dramatically in the span of just a few blocks? - Did you know the ritual of the "aperitivo" was actually born right here? - Have you ever stepped inside a traditional "infernotto"? Don’t expect to just walk and passively listen: get ready to chat, ask questions, and dive into Turin’s past, present, and future. We'll peel back the surface layers on a journey spanning from 25 BC to the present day. This experience is perfect for you if you want to understand the city through the eyes of a Turin-NATIVE Art and Cinema Historian (with a professional background in Cultural and Artistic Heritage Preservation). Born and raised in Turin, I love sharing the unique spots and intriguing stories you simply won't find in guidebooks. My style is witty, informal, and highly interactive. Forget rigid, uninspired guides carrying umbrellas, leading massive crowds, and reciting lists of memorized dates. I keep my groups small so I can give 100% of my attention to everyone, moving at your pace with a smile. Think of me as your local FRIEND, not a guide! I’ll even share a few anecdotes about my very (and at times, too!) traditional Turinese family. To see why this experience is the most popular and highly regarded in town, take a look at the link in my profile to read over 850 five-star reviews. By the end of our walk, you’ll see Turin through a completely different lens. It’s an investment in your trip that truly elevates your stay. In fact, even locals book this tour to rediscover their own city from a fresh perspective, or gift it to friends and family who always end up raving about it. In just 2 hours, you will experience a deeply authentic side of Turin without the stress of planning, navigating, or studying history beforehand. I’ve done all the homework for you; your only job is to relax, look around, and enjoy the stories. I am completely at your disposal for any questions before, during, and after the tour—whether you need recommendations regarding sightseeing, dining, transport, or local lifestyle tips. (Please note: my tours focus strictly on history, architecture, and culture, so we won't be covering magic legends or doing a food tasting). Because I'll be sharing insider tips to maximize the rest of your stay, I highly recommend joining the tour on your very first day in town to help you avoid tourist traps and plan your remaining itineraries like a pro. ∎∎∎ IMPORTANT: CONTACT ME BEFORE BOOKING. Because I run three different tours, offer multiple languages, and manage private schedules, not all online availability is up to date. Message me on W.App at: + 39 33 94 60 48 85 (NO direct phone calls or SMS, please). Available 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM. I'll reply within a maximum of 2.5 hours if I'm touring, otherwise within minutes: To get the best direct rate, please text me with: - number of people + ages - your preferred dates and times - languages spoken - exact tour name (I do three different tours) ∎∎∎ BEST SCHEDULE: 3 PM / 6:30 PM / 9:30 PM P.S. An internet connection is required (especially W.App) to receive essential information for the success of the tour.

Shop 'til you drop (and save money while doing it) on this day trip to Serravalle Designer Outlet from Milan, with round-trip transfers. Board a comfortable coach in Milan for the 60-mile (100-kilometer) ride to the outlet center. Once there, go wild popping into as many of the 200 shops that your time there will afford. Take advantage of discounts of 70% off name brands such as Dolce & Gabbana, Adidas, Versaci, Timberland, and more. For more benefits, upgrade the tour to the VIP Shopping Pass and get a 10% discount and fast-track coach boarding.

Create your own itinerary and discover the Italian city of Turin on a hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour. From a panoramic top-deck vantage point, see all of Turin’s sights while listening to informative commentary. Cruise past landmarks like Valentino Park and the Natural Sciences Museum, and disembark whenever an attraction captures your attention. Enjoy a 24- or 48-hour validity period of your ticket and hop off the bus at numerous conveniently located stops.

Turin is known for its prestigious cuisine featuring delicacies from truffles to chocolate. Take a deep dive into the city’s food culture with this gourmet walking tour to visit restaurants, learn about traditional dishes, and enjoy tastings and lunch with a foodie guide. Sample specialties including grissini, agnolotti and tajarin pasta, vitel tonné, chocolate, ice cream, and local wines.

Turin's Royal Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of the city's top attractions—but for first-time visitors, it can be hard to get the most out of visiting when exploring alone. Instead, on this in-depth, small-group tour, cover the landmark's rich history and highlight features. In addition to the Mirror Room and Royal Apartments, extend your visit to the Royal Armoury, Royal Library, and more.

Immerse yourself in the magical Turin in a unique experience and a path to discover If you are looking for the classic guided tour this activity is NOT for you! Live an experience to tell If you are curious and a little autonomous read the details below This activity is a great idea for a different visit to give or treat yourself, also ideal for bachelorette parties or birthdays to have fun in company! Enjoying a drink sitting comfortably in a cafeteria, I use tarot cards that tell you about wizards and sorcerers. Every tarot tells a story. Choose it following your energy and discover what mystery it holds Follow the magical itinerary : in complete autonomy you will go in search of the narrated places with a map and the highlighted itinerary that I will give you. Easy and fun We'll meet at the end to talk about energy and I'll pay tribute to you with an amulet Contact me at +39 339 4711187 before booking to find out if the tour is in the language you want

Enjoy 3 hours guided experience and together with an expert tour guide and discover the magnificent Royal Palace of Turin, UNESCO World Heritage site and the amazing city of Turin with a city tour. Explore the Savoy Royal Family palace and hear about their secrets and stories. Admire the Mirror room, the Ball’s room and many other places where Royals lived. While strolling around be amazed by the elegant and luxurious furnishings of the Royal apartments. Continue your guided tour to the amazing Royal Armory, where it features one of the world’s largest collections of weapons and to the Royal Library, which displays the most famous self-portrait of Leonardo da Vinci. Do not miss the unique chance to make a jump into the past throughout the history of the Italian Royal Family of Savoy. Finally, enjoy a one-hour city tour of Tourin, exploring San Lorenzo Square, San Carlo Square and the Subalpine Gallery.

You will travel through the time from the first millennia of human history to the end of the Muslim era (632 AD). You will see the complete tomb of Kha and Merit, an inviolate tomb, never found before, like Tuthankhamun in Cairo. Three floors of wonderful finds, revealed by a passionate licensed tour guide. ----------------------------- Skip-the-line ticket with predefined time reservation ----------------------------- It is recommended to leave a mobile number reachable with Whatsapp for urgent communications and provide better service.

Discover Turin as you've never seen it before with your Night Tour! Climb aboard your iconic red open-top bus and let yourself be enveloped by the charm of the Savoy city illuminated by the evening lights. Your non-stop panoramic tour will guide you through the most fascinating and symbolic places of the city: from the Mole Antonelliana that shines in the night sky, crossing the lively Piazza Vittorio Veneto surmounted by the Church of the Gran Madre and the romantic Monte dei Cappuccini, to the sparkling reflection of the Po River. We will skirt the suggestive Valentino Park with its historic Valentino Castle and gardens steeped in history and mystery, and then admire the Cathedral of Turin with the Chapel of the Holy Shroud, the ancient Roman gates and the archaeological park. We will conclude with the grandeur of Piazza Castello, home to the Royal Palace and Palazzo Madama.