Turin

Elegant arcades, aperitivo hour & Alpine horizons

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Turin is the elegant, underrated one among Italian cities: royal piazzas, kilometres of arcaded streets, historic cafes and an aperitivo culture that rivals Milan at half the price. Our first local pick is Piola da Celso, a classic piola serving honest Piedmontese home cooking. More hand-picked recommendations are on the way – filter by category and budget below.

Turin at a glance

Ideal stay: 2 to 3 days
Best time to visit: spring and autumn
Highlights: Piazza Castello and the Mole Antonelliana
Where to stay: Centro or the Quadrilatero Romano
Local picks: a growing set of hand-chosen tips
Getting around: walkable centre plus easy trams

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Piola da Celso

It’s a special place with special people inside: well known among the locals, easy to reach by bus or tramway…and the meal is a real piedmontese experience. Selection of wines, fresh ingredients…

Aurora / Borgo Dora

Porta Palazzo Market & the Balon

Europe’s largest open-air market fills Piazza della Repubblica with a thousand stalls of produce, cheese and street food every day but Sunday. On Saturdays, walk two minutes into Borgo Dora for the Balon – Turin’s historic flea market since 1857 – and on the second Sunday of each month the Gran Balon brings out the serious antique dealers.

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Turin travel FAQ

How many days do you need in Turin?

Two to three days covers the royal centre, a great museum or two and plenty of cafe and aperitivo time.

Where is the best area to stay in Turin?

Centro puts the arcades and piazzas at your door; the Quadrilatero Romano is the liveliest for food and bars.

What are the best things to do in Turin?

Browse the local picks above, starting with a proper Piedmontese meal at a traditional piola.

What is the best time to visit Turin?

Spring and autumn bring the best weather and clear views of the Alps from the city.