Turin walking tour with audio guide: monuments at your own pace

Five major squares and palaces, heard and read in your language, no guide waiting

This self-guided walking tour of Turin pairs an audio guide and digital written guide in English, Spanish, Italian, French and German with a route through the city's main monuments—the Royal Palace, Mole Antonelliana, Royal Church of San Lorenzo, and the twin piazzas of Castello and San Carlo. You move at your own pace, stop when you want, and get restaurant recommendations from a local along the way. A smartphone with internet connection activates the guide; tickets to individual sites are separate.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Torino's main squares and landmarks

• Visit Piazza San Carlo and Twin Churches
• Stroll through historic square to Palazzo Carignano
• Explore Piazza Castello and main streets
• See Royal Palace of Turin exterior
• View Civic Museum of Ancient Art building
• Visit Royal Church of San Lorenzo
• Discover Renaissance-style church and Holy Shroud chapel
• Learn about Mole Antonelliana building
• Walk through Vittorio Veneto Square
• See church commemorating Victor Emmanuel I

The Experience

The tour starts at Piazza San Carlo, where the Twin Churches frame one of Turin's most recognizable squares, then moves through the Renaissance-era Palazzo Carignano—home to the National Museum of the Italian Risorgimento—before arriving at Piazza Castello, the historic heart of the Savoia kingdom. From there the route passes the Royal Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site redesigned in the late 16th century when Turin became the capital, and the Royal Church of San Lorenzo, whose dome marks the skyline.

You'll walk past the Mole Antonelliana, the imposing symbol of the city, and through Piazza Vittorio Veneto, one of Europe's largest squares, created in the early 1800s as the city expanded toward the Po River. The guide delivers stories, curiosities and personal anecdotes about each stop—the history behind each church, the role each piazza played in the kingdom, the architecture that shaped the city. Tickets to enter the Royal Palace (15€), Palazzo Madama (10€) and Mole Antonelliana (from 10€) are optional and purchased separately; the tour itself covers the exteriors and the squares around them.

Audio plays through your phone's speakers or your own headphones. The written guide stays on your phone so you can read it before, during or after each stop. Restaurant recommendations point you toward places locals actually eat—authentic food and the Italian aperitivo culture—rather than tourist-marked spots. The whole route takes three to four hours depending on how long you linger at each square and church.

What’s included

• Audio guide and digital written guide in English, Spanish, Italian, French and German.
• tips for authentic local restaurants and Italian aperitivo culture.
• stories, curiosities and personal anecdotes about each monument and square.
• access to the full written guide to use on your own time after the tour.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Walking Cap

Is this one for you?Choose this tour if you want to move through Turin's major monuments without waiting for a group or a guide—the audio and written guide let you stop, rewind, read ahead or skip sections entirely. It suits anyone with a smartphone and three to four hours, from solo travelers to families with strollers, and works at whatever pace suits your day.

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Top questions

What language options does the audio guide come in?

The audio guide is available in English, Spanish, Italian, French and German, so you hear the stories and curiosities in whichever language you choose.

Do I need to buy tickets to enter the monuments on this tour?

Entry tickets are optional and not included. The Royal Palace, Palazzo Madama and Mole Antonelliana each charge separate admission (15€, 10€ and from 10€ respectively); the tour covers the exteriors, the squares and the streets around them, so you can follow the route without going inside.

How do I access the audio and written guide on my phone?

You'll need a smartphone with an internet connection to activate the digital guide. The voucher you receive will have the details for activation—read it carefully before you start.

What is Piazza San Carlo and why does it matter?

Piazza San Carlo is one of Turin's most important squares, framed by the Twin Churches and surrounded by the porticoes that define the city's architecture. It's the starting point of the tour and one of the gems that shaped Turin's identity as a capital city.

How long does the tour take?

The route takes three to four hours depending on how long you spend at each stop. Since you set your own pace, you can move quickly through some squares and linger longer at others.

Can I do this tour if I use a wheelchair or stroller?

Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible and infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Service animals are allowed, and public transportation options are available nearby if you need to rest or skip a section.