🇮🇹 Turin, Italy|Baroque Gem, Cinema Haven & Chocolate Paradise! 🍫🎬
by Fly with Jess
Jun 8, 2025
#summervacay
Turin is often overlooked in Italian travel plans — but it absolutely shouldn't be! As the former capital of the Savoy dynasty and a cultural hotspot nestled at the foot of the Alps, Turin is a dream for history lovers, film buffs, and chocolate fans alike.
✨ Highlights at a Glance:
🎥 1. Mole Antonelliana
Turin’s iconic tower (165m tall) houses the National Cinema Museum.
Watch movies lying down or even sitting on a toilet (yes, really!)
Take the glass elevator up for sweeping views of Turin and the Alps — sunset is the best time 🌇
🎫 Tickets: Museum €9, Panoramic elevator €14 (combo tickets available)
🛕 2. Egyptian Museum (Museo Egizio)
The second largest Egyptian museum in the world, after Cairo!
Packed with mummies, pharaohs, and ancient treasures 👑
Excellent multimedia guides
Don’t miss the restoration lab on the second floor 🔍
👑 3. Palazzo Reale
(Not elaborated in original — presumed Royal Palace with lavish interiors and art)
📝 Pro Tips:
Turin is less crowded than cities like Rome or Milan, making for a relaxed visit
Its streets and architecture are incredibly cinematic — perfect for photography
Try the famous local hot chocolate drink Bicerin ☕️🍫
#italytravel #turin #turinguide #hiddengems #culturaltravel #europetrip
Post by Fly with Jess | Jun 8, 2025












