Top Turin Historical Tours

Get ready to discover the best that Turin has to offer with this small-group guided walking tour. From UNESCO World Heritage-listed historical buildings to stunning piazzas, the tour is a great way to get your bearings of Turin, while learning about its history at the same time. Notable locations on the tour include Piazza San Carlo, Piazza Castello, and Mole Antonelliana.

Maximize your time at the Egyptian Museum of Turin, and explore the gallery’s wealth of Egyptian artifacts with a prebooked ticket and guide. Saving you time on admission lines, the tour takes you straight to the highlights. Hear the stories behind the ancient mummies, and learn about the Pharaohs and their jewelry as you explore. Numbers are capped at 15 for a small-group experience.

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'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.

The Egyptian Museum is one of the most popular attractions in Turin but waiting in the long line to enter can eat into your sightseeing time. With this tour, enjoy fast-track admission and take in the vast collection’s highlights in just a few hours with a guide. Learn about ancient Egyptian culture and history while admiring world-class art and artifacts including decorated sarcophagi, statue of Ramses II, and vast papyrus collection.

Take an excursion from Turin, with a private guide and driver, to the Palace of Venaria, a former lavish hunting lodge that has been completely restored and is now a Unesco World Heritage Site. Enjoy hassle-free access with a skip-the-line entry ticket. Meet your private guide in downtown Turin and transfer by a private car/minivan to Venaria Hunting Palace. Begin your exploration of the historic residence of the House of Savoy. Soak in the rich history and beauty of the site as you walk through the stunning Baroque interiors of the palace. See the enchanting Hall of Diana made by Amedeo Castellamonte. Admire the splendor of the Great Gallery (Galleria Grande). Continue to another one of Filippo Juvarra's masterpieces, the solemn Church of St. Hubert (Chiesa di Sant'Uberto). Finally, take a stroll in the peaceful gardens with a glittering stag fountain.

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).

Turin’s elegance and history may be hidden to first-time visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private walking tour. This personalized tour allows you to discover the exterior of monuments, including museums, while learning about the city’s history and culture. If you’d like to include a museum visit, your guide can tailor the tour to your interests—just let us know in advance. Your guide contacts you before the tour to ensure the itinerary matches your preferences. Ideal for families, solo travelers, or couples, this tour reveals Turin’s hidden gems and insider insights.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

Prebook tickets to Choco-Story Torino to secure your access to the city’s museum of chocolate—where you’ll find everything from sensory experiences to historical artifacts and demonstrations. Timed-entry admission saves you from potentially long delays once you get there. And, it guarantees your spot at a popular site for chocolate lovers of all ages.

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.

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.

The Egyptian Museum in Turin showcases one of the largest collections of Egyptian antiquities in the world. With over 30,000 artifacts, visitors can explore the rich culture and history of ancient Egypt through mummies, papyri, and archaeological finds. The museum's newly renovated layout enhances the experience with multimedia presentations that provide deeper insights into the exhibits. Use the audio guide on your smartphone as many times as you want, doesn't expire. Listen to the audio guide online, or offline. Introduction to Turin, The Wonders local Cuisine, Archaeological Museum, Cathedral, Egyptian Museum, Mole Antonelliana, Palazzo Carignano, Piazza Castello, Piazza San Carlo, Polo Reale, Sabauda Gallery, Superga Basilica, Valentino, Venaria Reale. IMPORTANT: If the time slot indicated by the customer is no longer available, the museum will confirm the first available time slot closest to the indicated time

Join an immersive experience, ideal for enthusiasts and curious. Guided by a Destination Expert with over 10 years of experience, you will visit two exceptional wineries in the Barolo and Barbaresco areas, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, meeting the producers and tasting their wines. This is not just a tour, but an authentic experience that connects you with the soul of the region. Lunch break will be held in a traditional Osteria, where you can sample local culinary specialties (cost not included). A minimum of 2 participants is required.

Make the most of your time in Turin—and discover many of its highlight landmarks—on this small-group tour. In the afternoon, meet your guide in the heart of the city, and set off on foot; you’ll discover highlights like the Turin Cathedral, Palatine Gate, and more. Then, head to the UNESCO-listed Royal Palace, where skip-the-line tickets will give you more time to explore its interiors, Royal Armory, and Chapel of the Shroud.

Take a small-tour of the National Cinema Museum at the Mole Antonelliana, and discover the curiosities of Turin's iconic landmarks. After entering with skip-the-line tickets, you'll explore the museum's many exhibitions as they spiral upwards through the building. Soak up sweeping views at the top, then return to downtown Turin for a walking tour of the city streets.

Explore Turin’s Central Market, one of Europe’s largest open-air markets, with a private tour beginning at the Royal Palace and Sacra di San Michele. Wander from Piazza Castello to Porta Palatina, soaking in the vibrant colors, lively sounds, and delicious aromas while sampling local specialties. If it’s a Saturday, you’re in for an added treat with the bustling flea market.

If you love cycling and city-touring, this is the one for you! The most interactive experience and the best way to share good emotions in Turin, on two wheels :0). You will never get bored, there will be always something that will capture your attention. Guided by me and my storytelling, I will show you the many souls of my city with a new perspective. You will be in joining a very small group of people, this will make the atmosphere very friendly and more authentic. I will dedicate all my attentions to you during all the tour, until the final wow point of an amazing panoramic view over the sky of Torino! A small drink&food tasting will also be possible, upon request and free of charge, before bringing back the bikes. So I am really looking forward to meeting you soon!

Enjoy 1.5 hours of guided experience and together with an expert tour guide discover the magnificent Stupinigi Palace, UNESCO World Heritage site. Built in 1729 by Filippo Juvarra as a hunting lodge and a place of leisure and hunting, during the 18th and 19th centuries this was the favourite spot of the Savoy family for spectacular parties and solemn marriages, as well as being the residence of Napoleon in the early 19th century. Nowaday, this wonderful place is home of a museum, where we can admire unique masterpieces. While strolling around, be amazed by the elegant and luxurious furnishings preserved. Furthermore, you will walk across the enchanting Central Hall as well as the Royal apartments. Take your best pictures of this amazing place! Do not miss the unique chance to make a jump into the past throughout the history of the last Italian Royal Family of Savoy.