8 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.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Santuario Basilica di Montis Regalis and Santuario di Oropa. You'll explore and learn at Museo Pietro Micca and Armeria Reale. Explore Turin's surroundings by going to Castello di Grinzane Cavour (in Grinzane Cavour), Serralunga d'Alba Castle (in Serralunga d'Alba) and Palazzina di Caccia di Stupinigi (in Stupinigi). Next up on the itinerary: explore the historical opulence of Castel Savoia, learn about winemaking at Marchesi di Barolo - Sede legale, magazzini e spedizioni, soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers, and get to know the fascinating history of Ricetto di Candelo.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Turin vacation trip planner.

If you are flying in from Gibraltar, the closest major airports are Malpensa International Airport, Turin Airport and Cuneo International Airport. In October in Turin, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.