12 days in Turin & Florence Itinerary

A city of technology and industry, Turin is in northwestern Italy, a one-hour drive from the French border and slightly more than that from the Mediterranean Sea.

Step off the beaten path and head to Dialogo nel Buio and Santuario della Consolata. Change things up with these side-trips from Turin: Milan (Duomo di Milano & Chiesa di Santa Maria presso San Satiro), La Bollente (in Acqui Terme) and Langhe landscapes UNESCO (in Alba). On the 6th (Fri), spend an exhilarating day on the slopes at Pila. Next up on the itinerary: take an in-depth tour of Armeria Reale, take in the spiritual surroundings of Church of San Lorenzo, take a memorable drive along Colline di Torino, and admire the local landmark of I toretti.

For ratings, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, use the Turin trip planner .

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major airports are Malpensa International Airport, Turin Airport and Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport. Expect a daytime high around 45°F in December, and nighttime lows around 37°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Mon) so you can take a train to Florence.

Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.

Explore hidden gems such as Centro Storico and Centro Storico di Siena. Change things up with these side-trips from Florence: Historic Centre of San Gimignano (in San Gimignano), Biblioteca Piccolomini (in Siena) and Biblioteca Malatestiana (in Cesena). And it doesn't end there: admire the masterpieces at Gallerie Degli Uffizi, indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour, take some stellar pictures from Basilica San Miniato al Monte, and see the interesting displays at Academy Of Florence Art Gallery.

For traveler tips, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Florence online tour planner .

Traveling by train from Turin to Florence takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly. When traveling from Turin in December, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Florence: temperatures range from 55°F by day to 39°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sat) so you can travel back home.