Turin is a city that often surprises visitors with its unconventional charms. Beyond the iconic landmarks, there’s a captivating underworld waiting to be explored. This tour promises an immersive experience, venturing into remarkable architectural gems, hidden baroque churches, and repurposed industrial hubs. Expect to uncover subversive street art, learn about occult societies, and dive into the city’s avant-garde theatre scene. Whether you’re a history buff or a culture vulture, this tour offers a rare glimpse into Turin‘s offbeat side, revealing its hidden gems and local insights for the curious traveler.
Key Points
• Discover the mysterious Mole Antonelliana, with its unfinished top and unique elevator ride offering panoramic city views.
• Explore hidden baroque-style churches with ornate interiors and fascinating histories, far from the typical tourist trail.
• Uncover quirky art installations and vibrant street murals adorning unexpected corners of the city.
• Explore Turin’s industrial past, uncovering repurposed factories and abandoned spaces transformed into captivating art hubs.
• Gain insights into the enigmatic rituals of the city’s occult societies, the rebellious legacy of anarchist movements, and the avant-garde theatre scene.
Tour Details
This private Turin tour for curious people offers an unusual and hidden exploration of the city, featuring a 177-review experience that doesn’t include entry into churches, monuments, museums, or other historic buildings.
Instead, the tour provides a written recap of the visited places with historical references and insights. Participants will also receive a list of Turin attractions, restaurants, gelato shops, and activities along with pricing, opening hours, and tips.
On top of that, a 51-page PDF file about Turin is included.
The tour starts and ends at the Giardino Bottero meeting point, and transportation isn’t provided.
With a maximum of 6 travelers, this experience isn’t wheelchair accessible but suitable for most participants.
Inclusions
The tour includes gratuities, a written recap of the visited places with historical references and insights, a list of Turin attractions, restaurants, gelato shops, and activities with pricing, opening hours, and tips, as well as a 51-page PDF file about Turin.
Travelers can expect:
- Gratuities covered
- A detailed recap of visited locations with historical context
- A comprehensive Turin activity guide with prices, hours, and recommendations
- A substantial 51-page PDF file providing an in-depth overview of the city
- All the information needed to make the most of one’s time in Turin
This thorough package of inclusions ensures guests have the knowledge and resources to fully explore the city’s hidden gems during the tour.
Meeting and Pickup
According to the information provided, the meeting point for this tour is at Giardino Bottero, located on Via Torquato Tasso, 10122 Torino TO, Italy.
After booking, travelers will receive a message with the meeting point details, along with PDF files and questions to help ensure the tour is successful.
The tour then ends back at the original meeting point.
Travelers can easily access the meeting location, as it’s near public transportation and most people can participate.
The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, but service animals are allowed.
With a maximum of 6 travelers, the tour covers approximately 1.5 miles or 4200 steps.
Tour Logistics
Confirmation for the tour is provided within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, but service animals are allowed. Most travelers can participate, as the meeting point is near public transportation.
Guests will walk for approximately 1.5 miles or 4200 steps during the tour, which has a maximum of 6 travelers.
The tour covers unusual and hidden sights in Turin, perfect for curious people.
Travelers will receive a written recap of visited places with historical references and insights.
Guests will also get a list of Turin attractions, restaurants, gelato shops, and activities with details.
A 51-page PDF file about Turin is provided to enhance the tour experience.
The tour ends at the starting point, Giardino Bottero, Via Torquato Tasso.
Pricing
The tour is priced from €50.00 and comes with a lowest price guarantee, though the ticket is non-refundable.
This price point covers the gratuities, the written recap of visited places, the informative PDF file about Turin, and the list of top attractions, restaurants, and activities.
It’s a fair deal considering the insights and local knowledge you’ll gain from the expert guide.
While the tour doesn’t include private transportation, it’s an accessible option for most travelers since it involves only about 1.5 miles of walking.
With a maximum group size of 6, you’re ensured a personalized experience as you uncover Turin’s hidden gems.
Unusual Sights
On this tour, curious visitors explore Turin’s hidden architectural gems and off-the-beaten-path cultural highlights that even locals often overlook.
The tour takes guests through the city’s unique courtyards, medieval alleys, and secret passages, revealing:
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The mysterious Mole Antonelliana, a towering monument with an unfinished top and a unique elevator ride to panoramic city views
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Baroque-style hidden churches, such as San Lorenzo, with their ornate interiors and fascinating histories
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Quirky art installations and street art tucked away in unexpected corners of the city
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Remnants of Turin’s industrial past, including abandoned factories and repurposed industrial spaces
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Captivating local legends and little-known stories that bring the city’s rich heritage to life.
Hidden Gems
Along With the city’s unique architectural marvels, Turin hides a trove of lesser-known cultural gems that even locals often overlook.
Visitors on this tour will uncover quirky art installations and street murals tucked away in unexpected corners, as well as remnants of the city’s industrial past repurposed into captivating spaces.
Guides will lead participants through hidden courtyards, revealing the stories behind abandoned factories transformed into vibrant art hubs.
Guests will discover the unexpected beauty in the city’s rougher edges, from crumbling frescoes to street art that blends political commentary with whimsical imagery.
This tour offers a glimpse into Turin’s offbeat, underground side, far from the well-trodden tourist trail.
Local Insights
Alongside the city’s architectural marvels, Turin’s locals proudly showcase their offbeat cultural heritage, inviting visitors to uncover the unconventional narratives that underpin the urban landscape.
From the enigmatic rituals of the city’s occult societies to the subversive street art that adorns hidden alleyways, this tour offers a unique perspective on the city’s vibrant counterculture.
Participants will discover:
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The secret symbols and esoteric practices of Turin’s Masonic lodges
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The rebellious legacy of the city’s anarchist movements
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The avant-garde theatre scene and its influence on contemporary Italian culture
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The hidden courtyards and underground passageways that harbor local legends
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The culinary traditions that have been passed down through generations of Torinese families
Frequently Asked Questions
Is There a Dress Code for the Tour?
There is no specific dress code for the tour. Participants should wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather, as the tour involves walking for approximately 1.5 miles. No formal attire is required.
Can We Bring Our Own Food and Drinks?
Participants are welcome to bring their own food and drinks on the tour. However, the tour does not include any stops at restaurants or cafes, so guests should plan accordingly. Eating and drinking are allowed during the walking portion of the tour.
Do I Need to Know Italian to Participate?
No, you do not need to know Italian to participate in this tour. The tour is conducted in English, and the tour guide will provide all necessary information and translations for the participants.
Will There Be Breaks During the Tour?
The tour includes several breaks throughout the approximately 1.5-mile walk, allowing participants to rest and recharge. The guide will ensure the pace is manageable and accommodate any needs during the tour.
Can I Take Pictures During the Tour?
Yes, participants can take pictures during the tour. The tour allows plenty of opportunities to capture the unique sights and hidden gems of Turin. Guests are encouraged to bring their cameras and snap away throughout the experience.
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Recap
This immersive tour uncovers Turin’s enigmatic side, exploring architectural wonders, hidden baroque churches, and repurposed industrial art hubs.
Witness subversive street murals, learn about occult societies and anarchist legacies, and discover the avant-garde theatre scene shaping Italian culture.
It’s a rare glimpse into the city’s offbeat underworld, revealing its hidden gems and local insights for the curious traveler.
