Torino

Turin and Its Roman Heart: a Historical Walking Tour

Name: Turin and Its Roman Heart: a Historical Walking Tour
Price: 39.0 EUR
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Turin and Its Roman Heart: a Historical Walking Tour

€39,00

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Discover the ancient origins of Torino as you explore its Roman roots, medieval charm and baroque beauty. Walk through history and original Roman street grid through centuries of layered history.

Free cancellation, 48 hrs before

Duration: 1.5 hour

Piazza Cesare Augusto

Small groups up to 15 participants

Italian, English

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What travellers says ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Sophie – Belgium
Walking through the big gated door and the ancient streets made Turin’s Roman past feel incredibly alive
Andreas – Austria
The contrast between the Roman grid and medieval alleys was explained so clearly and engagingly
Marta – Poland
A well-paced and informative tour that revealed a deeper side of Turin beyond its grand boulevards.

Torino

Highlights

Step back in time as you explore Turin's Roman and medieval history
Visit the Porta Palatina, one of the best-preserved Roman gateways
Walk along ancient Roman streets and see the original city walls
Discover the Quadrilatero Romano, the medieval heart of the city
See the majestic Duomo and learn about the city's layered history

Includes

Guided walking tour of Porta Palatina and Quadrilatero Romano
Visit to the Duomo (when open and available to enter)
Exploration of Roman city walls and streets
Learning about Turin’s Roman, medieval and baroque history

Excludes

Personal expenses and souvenirs
Entrance fees to any additional museums or sites not specified
Food and drinks during the tour

Meeting point

Porta Palatina

Piazza Cesare Augusto

Torino

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Full description

Begin your journey at Porta Palatina, one of the best-preserved Roman gateways. Explore the archaeological area and trace the original Roman city walls. Walk along the ancient Roman streets still visible today, and observe the grid-like urban structure that reflects Torino’s Roman planning.

Continue your journey through the Quadrilatero Romano, the medieval heart of the city, where narrow alleys and historic piazzas tell stories of medieval life. Visit the majestic Duomo and experience the layered history of Torino, from its Roman origins to the medieval and baroque periods.

This tour highlights the fascinating stratification of architecture and urban layout, illustrating how Torino evolved over the centuries while maintaining its historical integrity. Ideal for history enthusiasts, this experience offers a vivid glimpse into the city’s past, emphasizing the differences between its Roman foundations, medieval development, and baroque grandeur.