5 days in Turin 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 Castello di Issogne and Castello Reale di Sarre. Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Via Roma and Casa del Miele. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Turin: River Rafting & Tubing (in La Salle), Salumificio Maison Bertolin (in Arnad) and Il Negozietto (in Chatillon). There's much more to do: explore the historical opulence of Castello di Verres, do a tasting at Azienda Agricola Fratelli Aimasso, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Santuario Basilica di Montis Regalis, and get some fabulous bargains at Mondovicino Outlet Village.

For photos, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Turin holiday planner.

If you are flying in from Sweden, the closest major aiports are Malpensa International Airport, Turin Airport and Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in July, and nighttime lows around 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.