8 days in Turin & Milan 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.

On the 2nd (Fri), pause for some serene contemplation at Chiesa di Santa Maria del Monte dei Cappuccini, take in the awesome beauty at Colline di Torino, then don't miss a visit to Piazza Vittorio Veneto, and finally take a stroll through Quadrilatero Romano. Keep things going the next day: get engrossed in the history at Museo Pietro Micca e dell'assedio di Torino del 1706, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica di Maria Ausiliatrice, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Santuario della Consolata, and finally explore the world behind art at Museo Egizio.

To see reviews, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Turin route site.

New York City, USA to Turin is an approximately 12-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 6 hours traveling from New York City to Turin. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from New York City in July; daily highs in Turin reach 78°F and lows reach 65°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat) to allow time to take a train to Milan.

In many ways the most modern of Italian cities, Milan is a busy, elegant metropolis with an impressive list of grand palaces, fine churches, and important museums.

Step off the beaten path and head to Chiesa di San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore and Walking tours. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Duomo di Milano and Civico Planetario Ulrico Hoepli. The adventure continues: admire the striking features of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, engage your brain at Museo Della Scienza E Della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci, get engrossed in the history at Villa Necchi Campiglio, and make a trip to Piazza Gae Aulenti.

For maps, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Milan online route planner.

Getting from Turin to Milan by train takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Turin in July, you will find days in Milan are a bit warmer (85°F), and nights are about the same (65°F). Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight back home.