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.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Castello di Grinzane Cavour and Civic Museum of Ancient Art (Palazzo Madama). Discover out-of-the-way places like Ricetto di Candelo and Santuario di Oropa. Explore Turin's surroundings by going to Palazzina di Caccia di Stupinigi (in Stupinigi), Castello di Serralunga d'Alba (in Serralunga d'Alba) and Castel Savoia (in Gressoney Saint Jean). There's still lots to do: do a tasting at Marchesi di Barolo - Sede legale, magazzini e spedizioni, contemplate the long history of Sacro Monte di Orta, explore the historical opulence of Castello della Manta, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Santuario Basilica di Montis Regalis.

For maps, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Turin trip planner.

If you are flying in from Gibraltar, the closest major aiports are Malpensa International Airport, Turin Airport and Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport. In October, daily temperatures in Turin can reach 17°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.