Historic Centre Travel Guide
Turin
Visit Historic Centre
Popular places to visit
Egyptian Museum
Explore the history of the pharaohs of ancient Egypt in the only exclusively Egyptian museum outside of Cairo.
Piazza San Carlo
One of the most famous piazzas in Turin is known for its cafés, shopping, architecture and twin churches that guard its entrance.
Mole Antonelliana
One of the tallest buildings of its time, this historic landmark still towers over central Turin, providing visitors with panoramic views of the city.
Via Roma
During your visit to Turin, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Via Roma. Discover the museums and spas in this walkable area.
Turin Cathedral
The major Roman Catholic church of Turin is the current resting place of the Shroud of Turin, what many believe to be the burial cloth for Jesus.
Piazza Castello
Find out about the history of Turin when you spend time at Piazza Castello. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Turin Hop-on Hop-off + Top Attraction Tickets
Discover Turin with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Turin : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Local Guide
Turin: Palazzo Madama Museum of Ancient Art Entrance Ticket
Top hotels in Historic Centre
Principi di Piemonte | UNA Esperienze
the room is spacious enough, the staffs are very friendly ( Porters, the receptionist, the bar guy) ! The hotel is really good situated!
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Concord Hotel
Very nice room and lovely big bathroom. The room didn’t have veranda or low window. The window was high up the wall. ( very clean room ) The staff were very polite and very helpful all the time. Breakfast was in very good standards. The breakfast area was spotless very clean and tidy.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Grand Hotel Sitea
Tasteful and spacious room, very well-appointed
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hotel Diplomatic
Best Quality Hotel Dock Milano
If I go to Turin, I always book at the Hotel Dock Milano. The staff and rooms are nice and comfortable. The breakfast is okey, don't expect to much. Beside that I would always recommend it.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Starhotels Majestic
The room was spotlessly clean and beautifully decorated. Foyer and dining room are beautiful. Excellent location. Excellent breakfast. Very lovely staff.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Centre
Roman Quarter
Historical sites, museums and shopping highlight some of the noteworthy features of Roman Quarter. Make a stop by Via Garibaldi or Porta Palazzo Market while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Aurora
Aurora is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Porta Palazzo Market and Santuario Basilica Maria Ausiliatrice.
Cit Turin
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Cit Turin. Sacra di San Michele is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Porta Susa Station or Principi D'Acaja Station to see more of the city.
Vanchiglia
If you're spending some time in Vanchiglia, Susa Valley and Teatro della Caduta are top sights worth seeing.
San Donato
If you're spending some time in San Donato, Centro Commerciale Parco Dora and Susa Valley are top sights worth seeing.
Crocetta
The spas and bars are a few things visitors like about Crocetta. Check out GAM while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Re Umberto Station or Vinzaglio Station to get around town.
