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.

Museo Pietro Micca e dell'assedio di Torino del 1706 and Musei di Strada Nuova - Palazzo Rosso will appeal to museum buffs. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Castello di Grinzane Cavour and Gran Madre di Dio. Get out of town with these interesting Turin side-trips: Milan (Museo Poldi Pezzoli, Chiesa di Santa Maria presso San Satiro, &more), Genoa (Palazzi dei Rolli & Musei di Strada Nuova - Palazzo Bianco) and Museo Civico Casa Cavassa (in Saluzzo). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Church of San Lorenzo, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica di Maria Ausiliatrice, explore the world behind art at Fondazione Accorsi Ometto - Museo di Arti Decorative, and explore the historical opulence of Castello di Serralunga d'Alba.

To find ratings, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Turin day trip planning website.

If you are flying in from Portugal, the closest major aiports are Malpensa International Airport, Turin Airport and Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport. May in Turin sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C at night.