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Turin (Torino), Piedmont, Italy

Turin (Torino) is an authentic city known for the Royal Palace of Turin, Real Chiesa di San Lorenzo, and Armeria Real. In this travel cost guide, we'll cover everything you need to know to plan your travel budget and have an amazing trip without spending too much. This guide includes average trip costs from previous travelers, typical hotel prices, food and dining costs, entertainment and sightseeing prices, and information about transportation. This will help you plan the best trip to Turin (Torino) and stay within your ideal travel budget, whether you're exploring the museums, eating the delicious cuisine, or taking in the beauty.

How much does it cost to travel to Turin (Torino)?

You should plan to spend around $205 (€188) per day on your vacation in Turin (Torino). This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.

Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:

  • $80 (€74) on meals
  • $48 (€44) on local transportation
  • $172 (€158) on hotels

A one week trip to Turin (Torino) for two people costs, on average, $2,868 (€2,632). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.

  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    $205
    188
  • One Week Per person
    $1,434
    1,316
  • 2 Weeks Per person
    $2,868
    2,632
  • One Month Per person
    $6,146
    5,640
  • One Week For a couple
    $2,868
    2,632
  • 2 Weeks For a couple
    $5,736
    5,264
  • One Month For a couple
    $12,292
    11,280
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How much does a one week, two week, or one month trip to Turin (Torino) cost?

A one week trip to Turin (Torino) usually costs around $1,434 (€1,316) for one person and $2,868 (€2,632) for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

A two week trip to Turin (Torino) on average costs around $2,868 (€2,632) for one person and $5,736 (€5,264) for two people. This cost includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

Please note, prices can vary based on your travel style, speed, and other variables. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price per person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Turin (Torino) will often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.

A one month trip to Turin (Torino) on average costs around $6,146 (€5,640) for one person and $12,292 (€11,280) for two people. The more places you visit, the higher the daily price will become due to increased transportation costs.




Is Turin (Torino) expensive to visit?

Turin (Torino) is a small yet captivating city that lures visitors with differing travel styles, spending levels, and budgetary preferences. Visitors can find a range of options for accommodation from high-end luxury hotels to mid-range places to budget-friendly hostels.

Turin (Torino) can definitely get expensive if you let it, but you have options to reduce costs, including eating at less expensive restaurants and taking public transit.

On average, budget travelers spend $90 (€83) per day, mid-range travelers spend $205 (€188) per day, and luxury travelers spend around $388 (€356) per day. These costs are calculated from the expenses of previous travelers to Turin (Torino).

Within Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, Turin (Torino) is a moderately priced destination compared to other places. The overall cost of travel here is fair for the region and comparable to Genoa or Cape Sounion.

For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Turin (Torino) Expensive?

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How much money do I need for a trip to Turin (Torino)?

The average Turin (Torino) trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Turin (Torino) travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers. Also, you can see more details at How much does a trip to Turin (Torino) cost?

Turin (Torino) on a Budget
Category Budget Mid-Range Luxury
Accommodation 1
For 1 person in double occupancy
$38
(35)
$86
(79)
$163
(149)
Local Transportation 1 $21
(19)
$48
(44)
$92
(85)
Food 2 $35
(33)
$80
(74)
$150
(138)
Entertainment 1 $13
(12)
$30
(28)
$58
(53)
Alcohol 2 $2-6
(2-6)
$5-14
(4-13)
$9-27
(8-25)

Realistic Expectations for Your Travel Budget

When planning your trip to Turin (Torino), it's important to be realistic about your travel budget. While some people assume they can travel very cheaply, most people aren't comfortable on an extreme shoestring budget. Consider what you enjoy most on vacation and how you like to travel. Do you perfer to stay in resorts, hotels, or hostels? Do you enjoy sightseeing and dining out? These factors will affect your overall budget and travel plans.

Turin (Torino) on a Shoestring Budget?

You may believe you're traveling on a budget, but unless you're ready to give up some conveniences, you'll likely spend much more than the $90 daily average that backpackers get away with.

Younger budget travelers often stick to this low budget by staying in dorms, eating inexpensive meals, taking public transportation, and focusing on free activities and sights.

Additionally, the city has a strong public transit network, helping budget travelers dodge the expenses of taxis or rideshares. While food is an important aspect for all visitors in Turin (Torino), budget travelers tend to favor street food or prepare their own meals in hostels, which might keep them from experiencing the local cuisine.

Do You Fit the Profile of an Average Traveler?

If you're a couple or a family traveling for fun, you'll likely want to stay in a mid-range hotel, eat at popular restaurants, and visit the major museums and attractions which have entry fees. Most visitors to Turin (Torino) will want to visit the Royal Palace of Turin, Real Chiesa di San Lorenzo, or Armeria Real. Most activities cost money, after all. Therefore, it's realistic to expect your actual daily budget to be closer to $205 per person, per day.

The range of hotels and vacation rentals in Turin (Torino) is impressive. If you're traveling with others, sharing your hotel with a partner, friend, or kids allows you to split the costs and save money. Families will want to find hotels and restaurants that accommodate children. La Terrazza Sul Po is a solid choice for families, while Turin Palace Hotel also offers great options. For additional family and couple-friendly hotels, refer to our hotel guide for Turin (Torino) here.

Seeking a Stylish Getaway from the Daily Routine?

If you want a vacation with premium amenities and superior service, brace yourself for a price near $388 daily. Choosing upscale hotels, dining at award-winning eateries, enjoying lavish excursions, and using taxis or private drivers around the city will require a luxury budget. Many luxury travelers also enjoy unique experiences such as PRIVATE tour of UNUSUAL and hidden Turin for curious people - offered by Viator.

Accommodation Budget in Turin (Torino)

Turin (Torino) has a wide range of hotel prices. Luxury hotels come with higher price tags and better amenities, and prices are much steeper during peak season. On average, a room costs $79 in the off-season and averages $147 during peak summer season. Overall, you can expect prices from $56 to $228. Hostels, especially dorms, are cheaper alternatives. You can save by traveling in the low season, booking in advance, or looking for special offers.

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

The average price paid in Turin (Torino) for two people for a typical double-occupancy hotel room is $172 (€158). For one person sharing a room, the average price paid for a hotel room is $86 (€79) per night. These costs are from the reported spending of actual travelers.

  • Accommodation1 Hotel or hostel for one person
    $86
    79
  • Accommodation1 Typical double-occupancy room
    $172
    158

Hotels in Turin (Torino)

Looking for a hotel in Turin (Torino)? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.

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Actual Hotel Prices in Turin (Torino)

The average hotel room price in Turin (Torino) based on data provided by Kayak for actual hotel rooms is $79 in the low season and $147 in the peak season. Below are the average prices for each budget category. (Prices in U.S. Dollars, before taxes & fees.)

The most affordable highest rated hotels in Turin (Torino) include:

  • Turin Palace Hotel starting at $139
  • TownHouse 70 starting at $72
  • Duparc Contemporary Suites starting at $110
  • NH Collection Torino Piazza Carlina starting at $132
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Turin Lingotto starting at $96
Tips to Save Money on Accommodation in Turin (Torino)

Turin (Torino)'s great public transit offers the flexibility to stay farther from the city, but be mindful that your transportation costs may increase, and it could be a time drain.

If you plan your trip for the shoulder or low season and avoid summer, you'll enjoy reduced accommodation costs and fewer tourists.


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Transportation Budget in Turin (Torino)

Turin (Torino) is known for its efficient public transit system. The public transit system is operated by Gruppo Torinese Trasporti (GTT) and includes one metro line, nine tram lines, and a number of bus lines. Save time and money by using public transportation, with taxis and rideshares available if you need them.

In some sections of Turin (Torino), you can enjoy a walkable environment, which helps you see the sights. While the city is large, the city center is generally compact and walkable.

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Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • On average, past travelers have spent $48 (€44) per person, per day, on local transportation in Turin (Torino). The cost of a taxi ride or rideshare service (Uber/Lyft) in Turin (Torino) is significantly more than public transportation.

  • Transportation1 Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    $48
    44

Some of the standard hotel transfers and transport options include:

  • Turin Private Transfer from Turin Airport to City centre for $135 details
  • Turin Airport Private Arrival Transfer for $118 details
  • Turin Airport Private Departure Transfer for $118 details

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Flights to Turin (Torino)
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Rental Cars in Turin (Torino)
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Food Budget in Turin (Torino)

You'll find that the food in Turin (Torino) is wonderful. Be sure to spend time enjoying all the local flavors. The region has been credited with being the birthplace of the Slow Food Movement. The dishes often use locally made ingredients and there are very diverse flavors and recipes. Local favorites include antipasto misto, risotto ai funghi (mushroom risotto), and carne cruda (beef tartare).

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • While restaurant and meal prices in Turin (Torino) can vary significantly, the average cost of food in Turin (Torino) is $80 (€74) per day, per person, based on the spending habits of previous travelers.

  • Food2 Meals for one day
    $80
    74

When dining out, the average daily cost for food in Turin (Torino) is around $80 (€74) per person, with previous travelers spending from $35 to $150. Generally, breakfast and lunch cost less than dinner, but this will depend on the type of restaurant and what you order.

Typical meal prices in Turin (Torino) are as follows:

  • Breakfast: $8 to $24
  • Lunch: $12 to $32
  • Dinner: $24 to $56
  • Coffee: $6
  • Fast Food or Street Food: $12

Local cuisine of Turin is typical to that of the Piedmont region, which encompasses the area of northern Italy at the foot of the Alps bordering France and Switzerland. Traditional Piedmont cuisine is very sophisticated, encompassing rich flavors, full-bodied wines, and indulgent desserts. Meals are often categorized into antipasti (starters), primi (pasta), and secondi (meats and fish), as well as dolci and formaggi (desserts and cheese). Some local antipasti favorites include items like mixed hors d'oeuvres, tomini (creamy cheeses served with chilli), vitello tonnato (veal in a tuna mayonnaise), marinated anchovies, and grissini (breadsticks). For primi, there are many pastas and risottos that are often creamy and include local cheeses, fresh vegetables, fish, meat, or mushrooms. Truffles are especially popular in this region. Moving on to secondi, visitors can enjoy an assortment of veal, chicken, pork, and offal in a dish like bollito misto. Others include carne cruda (like beef tartare), lumache (snails), and fish such as anchovies, swordfish, salmon, tuna, bream, sole, trout, sardines, herring, cod, and sea bass. Finally, dolci includes favorites like gelati, sorbetti, panna cotta, and tiramisu, while formaggi showcases local cheeses like stracchino, toma, robiola, raschera, and fontina. As a major city Turin will have these local specialties as well as international options including but not limited to Arab, Chinese, Japanese, Indian, Argentinian, and Iranian cuisines.

Food in Turin (Torino)

Food & Dining Tips

Many hotels include breakfast in their pricing structure, while some charge additional fees for it. The quality and cost can vary significantly by hotel. Knowing this in advance can help you decide whether to allocate more money. It might be worth paying for the delicious hotel buffet, or you could go to a local bakery or cafe that's less expensive.

Why not save some bucks and enjoy the sights by having a picnic? Stop by a local grocery store or market, grab some fresh food, and head to a nice park or beautiful spot to enjoy your meal.

Carry a water bottle with you instead of buying drinks everywhere. It's also good for the environment.

While planning your tour, it's essential to know which meals are included. You may find yourself paying for some meals, which can add to your travel budget.

If you're looking to experience the culinary culture in Turin (Torino), taking a food tour or cooking class is a terrific way to do it. After all, cuisine is one of the reasons why so many people visit. Some of the best food-related activities here include:

  • Private Pizza & Tiramisu Class at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Turin for $156 details
  • Chocolate and Sweets Tour Turin - I EAT Food Tours & Events for $85 details
  • Street Food Tour D'Luxe | Turin Gourmet - I Eat Food Tours for $117 details

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Sightseeing and Activities Budget in Turin (Torino)

It's understandable that travelers choose Turin (Torino), as it is famous for museums and attractions, food, romance, and budget-friendly accommodations.

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • Sightseeing activities, entertainment, and entrance tickets in Turin (Torino) typically cost an average of $30 (€28) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.

  • Entertainment1 Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    $30
    28

Here are a few of the most popular sights with their prices:

  • The Royal Palace of Turin for €15
  • Real Chiesa di San Lorenzo (Free)
  • Armeria Real for €15
  • The National Automobile Museum for €15
  • Juventus Stadium for €39
  • The Egyptian Museum for €25
  • The National Cinema Museum for €15
  • Mole Antonelliana for €9
  • The Basilica of Superga (Free)
  • Palazzo Madama for €10
  • Piazza Castello (Free)
  • Turin Cathedral (Free)

One of the most iconic landmarks to Turin's skyline is the Mole Antonelliana. Constructed in the 19th century as a synagogue, the iconic tower now offers spectacular views from its dome as well as a cinema museum. The museum itself covers five floors of exhibition space with a collection of cinema posters, video installations, photographs, and plenty of movie memorabilia. Other significant museums include the Museo Nazionale dell’Automobile, which showcases Italian-built vehicles (Turin is home to FIAT), and the Museo Egizio, which houses a collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts. The Palazzo Madama e Casaforte degli Acaja also features a four-story display of antiquities, paintings, and other art.

As far as architecture and history go, another famous landmark is the Royal Palace of Turin, or Palazzo Reale, which was once home to the House of Savoy. Today visitors can admire its ornate rooms, sculptures, furniture, gardens, and more. Also renowned is the 15th-century Turin Cathedral and historic bell-tower, which is home to the famous Shroud of Turin.



Turin is a large city gleaming with beautiful architecture, rich history, and a plethora of museums with collections of art and antiquities. Visitors can spend days wandering the avenues, taking in the Baroque design of the city, and admiring its collections of art and culture. There are plenty of opportunities to shop, from the city's fashion boutiques to the Porta Palazzo market-one of the largest and most diverse in Europe, featuring items such as foodstuffs, clothing, housewares, ethnic products, handicrafts, and second-hand oddities. For a breath of fresh air, Turin also has a number of parks, gardens, and green spaces throughout the city, including the natural park located along the River Po.

Sightseeing Tips

Museums and Attractions:
Attractions in Turin (Torino)Many people visit Turin (Torino) specifically to see its famous museums and landmarks. The city boasts a number of museums including The Egyptian Museum, Museo Nazionale del Cinema, and Museo Nazionale dell'Automobile. Other landmarks include the Royal Armory, The Cathedral and the Holy Shroud, and Palazzo Madama.

Local tours that last a few hours can be a great way to explore Turin (Torino). Prices vary by the type of activity or tour, the dates, and the size of the group. Here are a few of the highest rated tours by previous visitors:

  • Turin: Egyptian Museum Monolingual Skip-the-Line Guided Mystery Tour,Small group for $59 details
  • Flight Simulator Experience LONG RANGE 90 Minutes for $246 details
  • Monferrato Infernot Tour for $77 details

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Nightlife Budget in Turin (Torino)

Turin (Torino) provides a selection of nightlife activities, but it doesn't quite stack up to the lively scenes in other popular areas. There's a good nightlife scene that includes everything from bars to dance clubs. Via Po is one of the city's main bar hopping streets. For a more relaxed night out head to Via Garibaldi which has a number of restaurants and cocktail bars.

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • The average person spends about $9.34 (€8.57) on nightlife and alcoholic beverages in Turin (Torino) per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.

  • Alcohol2 Drinks for one day
    $9.34
    8.57
Nightlife Tips

Exploring the nightlife is often a fun part of any trip, but skipping a few drinks can make a big impact on your overall travel cost.

While enjoying a night out, remember to stay alert. If you're drinking, you might become an easy target for thieves, so it's best to stay with friends you trust.

Tasting tours and nightlife activities are very popular in Turin (Torino). A few of the favorites from previous visitors include:

  • Unique wine tasting at the Winery of the Marchesi Incisa della Rocchetta for $32 details
  • 2 Hours Guided Tour and Wine Tasting in the Heart of Roero for $32 details
  • Private Winery and Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting for $27 details

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Budgeting and Travel Tips for Turin (Torino)

  • Look for free activities to help you save money. A few of the most popular include:
    • Real Chiesa di San Lorenzo
    • The Basilica of Superga
    • Piazza Castello
    • Turin Cathedral
  • Expect higher prices and busy crowds during peak season in summer in the city. You can save money and enjoy a calmer visit by opting for the shoulder or low seasons instead.
  • Opting for a slower travel pace can help you keep your budget in check while enjoying the scenic beauty. If you overbook your days with activities, you'll find yourself spending more. But taking your time often results in lower costs and a more fulfilling experience.

Budgeting Challenges

  • Bringing young children along on your travels? You might want to consider a private vehicle or taxi. It can often save you from the headache of public transit, although it may cost a bit extra.
  • Turin (Torino) isn't a hotspot for hostels, so if you were hoping to find a cheap dorm, you might need to adjust your plans. Instead, consider a budget hotel or an apartment rental.
Traveling in Turin (Torino)
Turin (Torino) Turin, Italy

The first capital of modern Italy, Turin now serves as the capital of Italy's Piedmont region, making up the northwestern part of the country. Famous for hosting the 2006 Winter Olympics and today known as the World Book Capital, the city is also characterized by grand baroque architecture, palaces, churches, museums, and art galleries.



Neighborhoods & Around

Lined with wide boulevards and white buildings, it is said that Turin's city center resembles Paris more than it does any other Italian city. The main street of central Turin is Via Roma. It is lined with some of the city's most fashionable boutiques and crosses the pedestrianized Piazza San Carlo, one of the main squares in the city. The square was constructed in the 17th century and is recognized by a bronze horse statue in the middle. Some of the city's oldest cafes are also located here. The heart of the city stands at the northern end of Via Roma in the semi-pedestrianized Piazza Castello, which features the former Savoy royal house, the former Savoy senate building, the former Baroque Teatro Regio di Torino, and the Royal Library of Turin (which holds Leonardo Da Vinci's self-portrait). At the southern end of Via Roma lies Piazza Carlo Felice, which showcases a beautiful green space in its Giardino Sambuy. Other important avenues include Via Po, which is great for architecture and nightlife, as well as the pedestrianized Via Lagrange and Via Carlo Alberto, which also intersect important public squares.

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1 Categories averaged on a per-item basis.
2 Categories averaged on a per-day basis.
For example, the Food2 daily average is for all meals for an entire day, while Entertainment1 is for each individual purchase. Thus, the overall daily average cost is not a summation of the individual categories.