Royal Palace of Turin: Skip The Line Guided Tour at Palazzo Reale di Torino, Piazzetta Reale, 1, 10122
Royal Palace of Turin: Skip The Line Guided Tour
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- Great for families
- Worth every penny
Rated 4.5 out of 5, this guided tour of the Royal Palace of Turin earns consistent praise for its knowledgeable guides, who bring the history of the Savoy family to life room by room. Visitors appreciate the small group sizes, which make it easy to follow commentary without missing a word. The palace itself is considered a highlight, with many reviewers calling the experience well worth doing.
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Royal Palace of Turin Guided Tour
Step inside the former residence of the House of Savoy and explore centuries of Italian royal history at the Royal Palace of Turin. This skip-the-line guided tour takes you through opulent state rooms, private apartments, and the baroque Chapel of the Holy Shroud, where expert guides reveal the stories behind one of Europe's most significant royal palaces.
Your tour begins at the grand entrance on Piazzetta Reale, where you'll bypass the queues and enter directly into the ornately decorated halls. Walk through the throne room where coronations took place, admire the sumptuous ballroom with its crystal chandeliers, and discover the royal office where state affairs were conducted. Each room showcases original furnishings, gold leaf details, and artwork that reflects Italy's baroque period.
The tour concludes at the Chapel of the Holy Shroud, a baroque masterpiece designed to house one of Christianity's most famous relics. While exploring Turin's royal heritage, you might also want to discover the Turin Cathedral and Holy Shroud exhibition for a deeper understanding of the city's religious significance.
What is Included
- Skip-the-line entry to the Royal Palace of Turin
- Guided tour in English or Italian
- Access to throne room, royal apartments, and ballroom
- Visit to the Chapel of the Holy Shroud
Good to Know
Tours are available in English and Italian. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled start time at the palace entrance on Piazzetta Reale. You may need to present a government-issued photo ID for entry.
Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves extensive walking through multiple palace rooms. Photography may be restricted in certain areas. Groups require a minimum of 2 participants for the tour to operate.
Children of all ages are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. Note that the Holy Shroud itself is not currently housed in the chapel, though you can visit the architectural space built to contain it. For a comprehensive exploration of Turin's attractions, consider combining your palace visit with a Turin city walking tour to discover more of the city's royal and cultural heritage.
Why you'll love it
- Skip the queue at Piazzetta Reale with included fast-track entry
- Tour opulent state rooms and private apartments of the House of Savoy
- Visit the baroque Chapel of the Holy Shroud with an expert guide
- Uncover centuries of Italian royal history on a fully guided walkthrough
- Explore one of Europe's most significant surviving royal palaces
What's included
- Skip-the-line entry to the Royal Palace of Turin
- Expert guided tour of the palace
- Access to opulent state rooms
- Access to private apartments
- Visit to the baroque Chapel of the Holy Shroud
Good to know
- Age suitability
- Suitable for all ages
- Opening hours
- Sat09:00-19:00
- Know before you go
Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled start time
A government-issued photo ID may be required for entry
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended due to extensive tours inside the palace
Photography may be restricted in certain areas
Groups require a minimum of 2 participants for the tour to operate
- Visitor guidelines
Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled start time
A government-issued photo ID may be required for entry
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended due to extensive tours inside the palace
Photography may be restricted in certain areas
Groups require a minimum of 2 participants for the tour to operate
- Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Frequently asked
Is the tour available in languages other than English?
Yes the guided tour is available in English and Italian.
What is included with my ticket?
Your ticket provides skip-the-line entry and a guided tour of the Royal Palace of Turin.
Can children participate in the tour?
Children of all ages are welcome minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Does the tour include access to the Holy Shroud?
No entry to view the Holy Shroud is not included as it is not currently housed in the chapel.
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