Admire the Alps towering over northwest Turin and you'll see why this city was a great place to host the 2006 Winter Olympics. Aside from the umpteen outdoor activities you'll find when you book Turin vacation rentals, there are also excellent restaurants, beautiful churches and palaces, opera houses, piazzas, and theaters. Italy's fourth largest city is also an industrial hub for the whole country, making everything from cars (Fiat) to chocolate to vermouth. In fact, both vermouth and solid chocolate originated here. If those 2 things aren't awesome enough, Italian cinema also started here.
Remember how Turin's where Italian cinema was born? Visit the interactive National Cinema Museum at Mole Antonelliana to learn more about it. Definitely tour the Baroque Palace of Veneria and its sprawling gardens, and then peruse the Egyptian artifacts at Museo Egio. With Turin vacation rentals near the city's center, you'll find town squares like Piazza Castello lined with restaurants, theaters, and oh yes, more historic buildings. And Allianz Stadium is a sweet spot—one of Italy's best arenas in fact—for a Juventus football match.
In addition to delicious northern Italian cuisine that's filled with white truffles and rich sauces, Turin's not-so-secret ingredient is chocolate. There's an annual "cioccolato" festival (the date varies), but if you can't wait, drink "bicerin," the city's signature coffee/chocolate bevvy. Turin's celebrated for its cinema too, and the Torino film festival is every November. You'll love a walking tour around the Baroque buildings, long-standing palaces, scenic town squares, and cafes that make up central Turin. And for a breath of fresh air, head to the mountains for some hiking and skiing, or for daredevils, there's skydiving, paragliding, and white-water rafting.
In the summer months, temps hit highs in the mid-80s, with July being the sunniest and hottest of them all. The lowest temps in December and January are in the mid-30s, with some snowfall here and there, but you'll need to journey into the Alps a bit for a sure bet on the white stuff. Fall and spring bring the rain, and the high humidity coupled with the nearby mountain range forms some sweet thunderstorms that are common from spring to fall. November's crowded due to the film festival, and early summer is also a popular time.
The mighty Po River is Italy's largest and most important waterway, and 4 of its tributaries flow through Turin. And the surrounding Po Valley, a fertile plain with abundant vegetation, will totally take your breath away. Most Turin vacation rentals will give you great views of the Alps, which border the north and west sides of the city. Finally, Italy has the highest biodiversity in all of Europe, so you're guaranteed to see some interesting wildlife. Marmots, lynx, and wolves reside in the Alps, and there are 100s of bird species in the Po Valley.
Fly into Turin International Airport (TRN), the closest airport, located 8.7 mi (13.9 km) from the city center.
If you're traveling by train, Turin Porta Nuova Station, Turin (TPY-Porta Nuova Rail Station) and Turin Porta Susa Station are the main stations in the area. You can get around Turin by jumping on the metro at Porta Nuova Station, Re Umberto Station or XVIII Dicembre Station.
Whether you're in search of a cozy retreat for you and your sweetheart or somewhere spacious to fit the family, you'll find some top vacation rentals in and around Turin. Here are a couple to get you started:
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Get away from the treadmill of daily life at one of our weekend getaways in or near Turin. Whether you want to hang out with friends or spend time with the kids, there'll be something to suit your style. These top-rated options are hard to beat:
Studio apartments are a simple yet stylish pick, ideally suited for traveling sweethearts or solo adventurers. Spend your days getting acquainted with your new surroundings and your nights relaxing in your cozy hideaway. These getaways in or near Turin are guaranteed to please:
From chic apartments to sprawling vacation homes, Vrbo has your quick break sorted. Here are just two of our top picks in and around Turin:
Share your vacation and have more fun. Whether you're organizing an action-packed getaway with friends or a family reunion, you'll have your choice of large group vacation rentals in and around Turin:
Of all the amenities a vacation rental can offer, a pool is easily the most fun. Take a peek at these houses for rent with a pool in or near Turin and spend your time splashing about. Just remember to take your inflatable swan:
Not sure what the weather is like in Turin? It has an oceanic climate, with average summertime temperatures ranging from 60 ºF to 80 ºF. If you're after more inspiration on where to stay in this impressive destination, use the search bar at the top of the page and adjust the filters to check out our entire range of Turin vacation rentals.
Whether your idea of the perfect escape is up in the hills or by the ocean, you'll have a lot more fun if you share the experience with loved ones. Stay in one of these large family vacation rentals in or near Turin and bring along the whole crew:
When it's time to explore, there are plenty of family-friendly attractions in the area to keep everyone entertained. Turin Royal Palace, Via Roma and Zoom Torino should be at the top of your must-do list.
It's easy to arrange a fantastic vacation with Vrbo. Whether you opt for a cute cabin or a trendy apartment, you'll find great two-bedroom options in or near Turin: Here are just some of our personal faves:
Three-bedroom rentals in or near Turin give you freedom and space to make the most out of your vacation with loved ones. Take a peek at some of the fantastic options available here: