Host City, Torino

Roman castrum, medieval town, first capital of Italy. Torino offers a lasting memory of castles, old beautiful palaces, royal residences, monuments. Torino is one of the cultural leading cities in Italy. 

The city’s lively cultural scene includes music, theatre, visual arts, photography, film, design, dance and heritage as well as a wide choice of museums, 46 in town, such as the world famous Egyptian Museum, the beautiful Galleria Sabauda with Italian and Flemish painting collections, the Automobile Museum, the Modern Art Gallery, the Rivoli Museum of Contemporary Art, the National Cinema Museum with its unique interactive approach.

• Piazza Castello
  The heart of Turin, surrounded by historic buildings such as Palazzo Reale and Palazzo Madama. A perfect starting point for exploring the city.
• Palazzo Reale (Royal Palace of Turin)
  A UNESCO World Heritage site, former residence of the House of Savoy, featuring opulent rooms and the Royal Armory.
• Palazzo Madama
  A stunning baroque palace housing the Civic Museum of Ancient Art. Its grand staircase and medieval tower are iconic.
• Mole Antonelliana
  Turin’s symbol and home to the National Cinema Museum. The panoramic lift offers breathtaking views of the city.
• Egyptian Museum (Museo Egizio)
  One of the most important museums in the world dedicated to Ancient Egypt, second only to Cairo.
• Via Roma & Via Garibaldi
  Elegant shopping streets lined with boutiques, cafés, and historic arcades.
• Piazza San Carlo
  Known as Turin’s “living room,” this square is flanked by twin churches and historic cafés like Caffè Torino.
• Cathedral of San Giovanni Battista (Duomo di Torino)
  Houses the famous Shroud of Turin and features Renaissance architecture.
• Galleria Subalpina
  A charming 19th-century shopping arcade with cafés and antique shops.
• Parco del Valentino & Castello del Valentino
  A beautiful riverside park with gardens and the historic castle, a UNESCO site.
• Museo Nazionale del Risorgimento Italiano
  Located in Palazzo Carignano, this museum tells the story of Italy’s unification.
• Quadrilatero Romano
  The oldest district in Turin, full of narrow streets, traditional restaurants, and vibrant nightlife.

Shopping
Torino offers both luxury and characteristic shops. Most of the luxury shops are located in the city centre on via Roma: fashion boutiques, jewelry shops, perfume shops and food and wine stores which feature the best of the regional products. Then there are the characteristic shops in the little alleys of the inner city, full of cafes and craftshops. Torino has a little bit (or, as is often the case, a lot) of everything and for all budgets as well.

Eating
Torino is one of the undisputed world capital of taste. It has always boasted a renowned food and wine tradition. The region’s extraordinary cuisine can be enjoyed in over 600 city restaurants. Restaurants are usually open from 12.00 to 14.30 and from 19.30 to 22.30. For those who prefer something different to the classic menus, Torino proposes a most pleasant alternative: wine bars. Torino is also renowned for the ability of its pastrycooks.

Climate
Located in the north-west of Italy, Torino has a continental weather. Average temperature in June is 12-15°C .

More info on Turin? Visit www.turismotorino.org