Turin: City Bike Tour Past Mole Antonelliana & Egyptian Museum

Cycle Turin’s grand piazzas, riverside parks, and city icons with a local

You’ll pedal through Turin’s elegant squares and along its leafy riverfront on this small-group bike tour, guided by a local who knows every shortcut and story. Expect laughter over mispronounced names, a break for gelato or coffee, and up-close views of landmarks like Mole Antonelliana and Valentino Park. It’s more than sightseeing. You’ll feel Turin’s rhythm under your wheels.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each5 stops

1. Piazza San Carlo15m
2. Mole Antonelliana10m
3. Valentino Park25m
4. Carignano Palace10m
5. Egyptian Museum Turin5m

Explore Turin's landmarks by bike

• Visit Piazza San Carlo and cafés
• See Castle of Savoy and roman ruins
• Admire Mole Antonelliana and Cinema Museum
• Ride along Po riverfront and hills
• Explore Valentino Park and medieval contrade
• View Gran Madre di Dio church
• Visit Palazzo Carignano and Risorgimento Museum
• Ride past Egyptian Museum

The experience

We were already weaving past the lions in Piazza San Carlo when I realized how different Turin feels from other Italian cities. There’s this quiet confidence in the way people sip their coffee at those old cafés. Our guide Paolo pointed out the marble plaque where some royal event happened (I honestly missed which one), but what stuck was the way he greeted every barista like an old friend. The bikes were this bright aquamarine color (you can’t miss them), and surprisingly comfy even for someone who hasn’t ridden much lately.

Riding towards Mole Antonelliana, I could smell bread baking somewhere, mixing with that cool morning air. The building itself is wild: like a spaceship landed in the middle of all these stately facades. Paolo told us it’s the tallest museum in the world, which I didn’t expect. He also shared a story about cinema history that made me want to come back just for that museum. We coasted along the Po river after that, dodging joggers and watching rowers glide by under those leafy trees. There was a moment in Valentino Park where everything went quiet except for birds and someone’s laughter echoing through the trees: kind of peaceful, actually.

I tried to pronounce “Gran Madre di Dio” properly (failed), which made Paolo laugh and correct me gently. The church looked almost mysterious with its dome against the sky. Apparently there’s some legend about the Holy Grail tied to it? We stopped for gelato near Palazzo Carignano, pistachio for me, and I swear it tasted colder and creamier after all that cycling. Passing by the Egyptian Museum at the end felt almost surreal. I’d read about it but didn’t expect such a grand building tucked right into downtown. My legs were tired but in a good way.

What’s included

Your day includes an easy-to-ride aquamarine city bike with helmet rental and guiding from a friendly local expert who shares stories as you pedal through central Turin together: no need to worry about logistics or getting lost along those winding streets.

Before you book

Lasts 3h 30m, from € 39 per person, with a live guide in English, in groups of up to 15 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesNext departure: 1 Mar 2027

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (18 to 90 years) · Youth (11 to 17 years) · Under 11: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

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Operated by Bike The City

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (11 to 17 years). Children under 11 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the Turin bike tour?

The tour lasts a few hours, covering key sights across central Turin.

Is bike rental included in the tour?

Yes, your bike and helmet are included with your booking.

What are some highlights of this Turin city bike tour?

You’ll see Piazza San Carlo, Mole Antonelliana, Valentino Park, Carignano Palace, Gran Madre di Dio church, and pass by the Egyptian Museum.

Is this bike tour suitable for beginners?

Yes, it’s suitable for all fitness levels and beginner cyclists.

How many people are on each tour?

The group size is limited to 15 participants per booking.

Does the tour include any food stops?

You’ll have breaks where you can buy coffee or gelato during the ride.

Who leads the Turin city bike tour?

A knowledgeable local guide leads each group through Turin’s streets.