Description
The tour comes to life in the heart of Piazza Castello, where the majestic facade of Palazzo Reale already introduces the grandeur of what is found inside. The guide will accompany the group through the state rooms, decorated with period furniture, Flemish tapestries and works of art of priceless value.
Highlights
Baroque halls
Explore the magnificent Baroque halls of Palazzo Reale with an expert guide
Chapel of the Shroud
Admire the extraordinary Cappella della Sacra Sindone, masterpiece by Guarino Guarini
Court secrets
Discover anecdotes and secrets of the Savoy court that history books don't tell
Small group
Visit one of Italy's most important museum complexes in a small group
Royal Italy
Understand Turin's crucial role in the birth of the Italian state
Among the most evocative stops stand out the Throne Room and the Ballroom, where the splendor of Piedmontese Baroque reaches its maximum expression. Each environment tells a different chapter of Savoy history, from their rise as dukes to the decisive role in building Italian national unity.
The Cappella della Sacra Sindone
A particularly exciting moment is the visit to the Cappella della Sacra Sindone, an absolute masterpiece by architect Guarino Guarini. Its spiral dome, built between 1668 and 1694, is considered one of the boldest architectural inventions of 17th-century Europe.
The guide will know how to weave anecdotes, historical curiosities and artistic details to make the path lively and engaging for every type of visitor. References to the historical figures who inhabited these spaces, from Carlo Alberto to Vittorio Emanuele II, will not be missing. At the end of the tour you'll have a complete and authentic vision of Turin as royal capital.
Gallery
Tour Itinerary
- 1
Starting location:
Piazzetta Reale
- 2
Turin
Accompanied visit
- 3
Arrive back at:
Piazzetta Reale For reference only. Itineraries are may vary.
Indicative itinerary, subject to changes.
What's included
- Legally licensed English-speaking guide-host
- Priority entry pass admission to Royal Palace
- Suggestions and tips for your stay in the city
- Pickup at the hotel and drop point
- Meal and beverage
What's not included
- Transfer da/per l'hotel
- Pasto e consumazioni
- Mance
Good to know
Important
- Ti suggeriamo di non riservare più di un tour nella stessa giorno con orari ravvicinati.
- Lasciare un numero WhatsApp dove si verrà contattati dal supporto dopo la riserva.
- Avviso importante per prenotazioni dell'ultimo minuto (stesso giorno o dal giorno precedente): qualora vi sia mancanza di posti, il cliente verrà inserito nel giorno successivo alla data prenotata.
Good to know
- It is advisable not to book more than one tour on the same day, with close times.
- Please leave a Whatsapp number where you will be contacted by our support as soon as you have booked the tour with us.
- Important notice for last minute bookings (on the same day or from one day to the next): in case of lack of places the customer will be placed on the day following the booked date.
Useful tips
- Indossa calzature pratiche: il tour prevede diversi piani e ampie sale da percorrere a piedi. I pavimenti storici in parquet richiedono spesso calzature con suola morbida.
- Arriva qualche minuto prima dell'orario di inizio in Piazza Castello: il centro di Torino può essere vivace e trovare il luogo di incontro con calma rende l'inizio dell'esperienza più piacevole.
- Dopo il tour, concediti una camminata tra i portici di Via Po o una sosta in uno dei caffè storici torinesi: il contesto di rilievo storico appena vissuto darà un sapore completamente nuovo alla centro urbano.
What to bring
- Passport or ID card
Not allowed
- Persone su sedia a rotelle