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Created: Wednesday, January 15, 2025

About the destination

Turin, the elegant capital of Italy’s Piedmont region, is a city of grand boulevards, baroque palaces, and Alpine views. Once the first capital of unified Italy, it still wears its royal past with dignity: arcaded streets, stately squares like Piazza Castello and Piazza San Carlo, and the imposing Palazzo Reale form the city’s refined backbone. Yet Turin is far from a static museum piece; it’s a lively university and innovation hub, known for its car industry (FIAT), contemporary art, and thriving café culture. At the heart of Turin’s skyline stands the Mole Antonelliana, the city’s iconic spire housing the engaging National Museum of Cinema. A panoramic elevator whisks visitors to the top for sweeping views over terracotta rooftops and, on clear days, the snow-capped Alps. Nearby, the Egyptian Museum—one of the world’s most important collections of Egyptian antiquities—turns a rainy afternoon into a journey through ancient history. Strolling along the Po River, you’ll encounter the romantic Borgo Medievale and the green expanses of Valentino Park, perfect for a pause from urban sightseeing. Food and drink are central to the Turinese experience. This is the birthplace of the aperitivo ritual: order a vermouth-based cocktail or a Negroni in a historic café, and you’ll often receive a generous spread of snacks. Turin’s chocolate heritage shines in local specialties such as gianduiotto and bicerin, a layered drink of espresso, chocolate, and cream. The city is also an ideal base for exploring Piedmont’s wine regions—Barolo, Barbaresco, and the Langhe hills are within easy reach for day trips focused on vineyards, truffle-laced dishes, and slow-food traditions. Turin is a year-round destination, with vibrant cultural events adding flavor to any visit. Autumn brings truffle fairs and wine festivals, while winter lights up the streets with artistic installations and Christmas markets. Spring and summer are ideal for combining city exploration with excursions into the nearby mountains and royal residences scattered around the region. Compact, walkable, and stylish, Turin rewards travelers who take the time to look beyond Italy’s more familiar cities and discover its understated charm.

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Apart Hotel Torino

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Turin - At 1.3 km from the centreROOM ONLYVia Sant'Anselmo 18, Turin 10125

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With a stay at Apart Hotel Torino, you'll be centrally located in Turin, a 3-minute drive from Egyptian Museum and 7 minutes from Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino. This apartment is 5.4 mi (8.6 km) from Allianz Stadium and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Museo dell'Orto Botanico.

Make yourself at home in one of the 13 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets.

Featured amenities include express check-out, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Limited parking is available onsite.

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