To get a good perspective of just how large Torino is, go to the top of the Mole Antonelliana…read more With 360 degree views, you can get a great perspective of the expanse of Torino . A must do for fans of the city.

Beautiful building housing the Museo del Cinema. A must see…read morewhile in Torino.

This is the main city center of Turin. The Royal Museum is there, and some statues, but honestly…read morenot much to do compared to bigger cities. Also note that everything is close from 12-3 PM, so definitely go visit after 3PM!

Turin's central square, Piazza Castello, was designed in 1564 by Vitozzi and is lined with museums,…read moretheatres and cafes. We just loved the porticoes! This is the real heart of the city. In the middle of the square stands Palazzo Madama and on the side you could see The Royal Theatre, The Royal Palace, the Royal Library. In Piazza Castello (The Castle Square) the major streets like the Via Roma, Via Garibaldi, Via Po, and Via Micca branch out from here.

We had no idea this place existed. We were wandering through the Parco Valentino shortly after…read morearriving in Turin as the park was just to the end of the street we were staying at. And lo and behold, this medieval city which was built in the 19th century happened to tower over us. A bit weird but hey there it was. They have built this place to show how people in the Piemonte lived in medieval times and there are quite a few buildings including a castle and so on. Worth a walk through if you happen to be in the park. The park itself is quite big and this is at one end of the park away from the city centre of Turin. You can also get here by ferry and it will drop you off right in front of the place from the city.

Superga was breathtaking. It was a clear day and the location at the top of the mountain with the…read moreviews of the alps was outstanding. The inside of the baroque Basilica was so overwhelmingly beautiful. These pics don't do it justice. There is a neat history to the background of the church. During the besiegement of Turin in 1706 by Franco-Spanish forces, Duke Victor Amadeus II of Savoy knelt and prayed. He swore to God that if a victory was achieved he would have a church built for our Lady (the Virgin Mary) on the highest hill/mountain in the city. Victory was achieved by the Piedmontese army. The duke became King and kept his promise. It was free to see the inside of the Basilica. There's a small chapel inside the Basilica and no photos are allowed inside that chapel. There was a guided tour available for a fee. Lots of tourist, families, and couples around the property. Great spot to take in gorgeous architecture and an epic view of Torino. There is a memorial for the Superga air disaster behind the building. In 1949 a plan crashed carrying the Torino football team.

Located at the top of Superga, this baroque Basilica, built in the 1700's, sits 672 meters above…read moresea level over looking the city of Torino. Tours of the Savoy residence are offered in Italian only, but guides are offered for sale at €0,20 in many languages at the ticket counter. Also for sale at €3/person are tickets to climb to the top of the cupola. Accessed from inside the Basilica, via a windy, stone staircase, it is well worth the views and at €3, a bargain! The parking area is small, but if you wait patiently, someone will move and you can park. We saw a few people playing games in the piazza area, or picnicking on the grassy slope beside the church. Walk around the back of the church, to view the memorial to 18 players of the Grande Torino football team, who died when their plane crashed into the hillside in 1949. There is also a steep walking trail into the woods on the left hand side of the basilica. A restaurant is also located on this side as well as the ticket office. This could be a quick stop to see the inside of the Basilica, or take a few more minutes and climb to the Cupola for the amazing views. Add more time to tour the residence and have some refreshments at the restaurant if your schedule allows. You could even spend the day soaking up the sun on the grass and enjoy a picnic. Whether a quick stop or a full day, it's a nice stop with some stunning views.

This is an amazing museum and a must see when visiting Torino! With the price of the ticket you can…read moreaccess the royal palace, the art gallery, the antiquity section with Roman art and ruins, and the shroud chapel. The palace and museum are well maintained, with the art gallery including pieces by Rembrandt, Reuben, Botticelli and other major artists.

This important landmark in Turin is definitely a worthwhile stop in your visit to the city. It…read moregives you the opportunity to learn a great deal about the history of the city and this region in general. It is very well kept, so you can appreciate how the palace was during the time it was being inhabited. The entrance fee is 15 euros, and you should plan to spend at least 3 hours to get a good view of the whole palace.

It was...ok. I think Yelp's classification here is on the money. For context, I have a PhD in…read moretheatre and film, so I was really looking forward to getting to this museum while in town for a conference. It hit the mark on many fronts, but it was disappointing in other ways. First, the signage for which line is which is not intuitive. If you want to go up the observation lift, there's a different line than if you just want to go to the museum. Again, the signs of where to go next are vague, and the museum staff don't necessarily wear a uniform, so be prepared for virtually anyone to ask for your ticket. Second, there's a one-way path through the museum, and once you've gone through, they will not allow you back through. There's a beautiful area to sit and watch films during your visit, but it seems counterintuitive to go to that area quite early in your visit. There are no signs indicating you won't be allowed back to enjoy previous exhibits. That's a user design issue that really marred my impression. Now for the good things. The museum has an excellent virtual film area that I recommend. It's obviously a nascent area of film and digital media, but this was very worth the time. The early film exhibits are world class. That alone is worth the price of admission. I wish I could take every film class to this museum! It is simply outstanding. To summarize, some wonderful exhibits sandwiched in with meh exhibits (I could skip the two levels of film posters), and some hit or miss service. Still worth a visit, just be aware of its inconsistencies.

I'm a movie lover and this is one of the best museums I've ever been to. We literally spent the…read moreentire day here and still needed more time! This is a sprawling, multi-storied (5 levels comprising of 5,000 square feet), treasure trove of Italian movie history that I highly recommend to any film buff! For just €11 admission, this place is a bargain. The museum starts with an incredible exhibit on the archaeology of cinema. Here's where you'll find a jaw-dropping collection of magic lanterns, optical boxes, phenakistiscope disks, and original 18th century "Peepshow" boxes. There's a crazy amount of photographs and videos that cover all things movie history. The top level has a cool movie poster gallery. Do NOT miss this if you are a fan of film art! There are different areas and eras that are covered from indie cinema to experimental cinema to trash films to spaghetti westerns to giallo horror to neorealism to modern-day classics and more. Props from popular films, stop-motion demonstrations, and a fun atrium where you can lie down on sofas and watch film clips. Of course it's Italy-centric, but there are items from American films too. Your ticket also includes a special exhibit. When I visited, it was an audio exhibit on film music throughout the ages (and it was awesome)! We needed every second here, but we are huge film fans. There's a small cafeteria on the first floor for light snacks. The museum is so huge that even with large crowds, it never feels crowded. I noticed some of the employees were gruff and impatient with visitors, especially if you didn't speak fluent Italian. We also saw some employees yelling at the large groups of Italian schoolchildren. The biggest letdown here is the gift shop. It's okay, but is mostly filled with replica posters and boring knick-knacks that you can buy anywhere, even in the U.S. Note that the museum is CLOSED on Tuesdays!