City in Piedmont, Italy
Turin
Elegant, calm Alpine-edge city of arcaded streets, historic cafés, chocolate and strong museums. Cheaper than Milan, with big-city comforts; winter fog, poor air and quiet Sundays are the trade-offs.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$2,140–3,150Comfortable, one person · €1,900–2,800Details
- Value for money28/100Better value than 27% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goApr–Jun, Sep–OctWarmest: Jul, 30°CDetails
- Air quality20 µg/m³PM2.5 annual average (2021) · PollutedDetails
- Internet109 MbpsFixed broadband, Italy medianDetails
- Tap waterYes, drinkableSafe and good: Turin's public 'toret' bull's-head fountains give free drinking water across the city.Details
- LGBTQ+4/5WelcomingDetails
- Solo travel4/5English: common in tourist areasDetails
- Doctor's visit$79–169Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundFREENOWVery walkableDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereCards and contactless are accepted almost everywhere.Details
Where to stay in Turin
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Centro (Piazza Castello–Via Roma) | First-timers: museums, cafés, arcades and trains |
| San Salvario | Nightlife, bars, international food, younger crowd |
| Quadrilatero Romano | Old Roman grid with aperitivo bars and boutiques |
| Crocetta | Quiet, residential, upscale; good for longer stays |
| Vanchiglia | Student area near the Po with cheap bars |
Apps that work in Turin
Ride-hailing
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- Trenitalia: National rail tickets, delays and strike notices
- Italo: Private high-speed trains, often cheaper
- Taxis: Taxis are licensed and metered; avoid touts at Porta Nuova. Ride-hailing with private cars is limited.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Italy.
- Cards almost everywhere Cards and contactless are accepted almost everywhere. Keep small cash for older cafés, markets and some small shops.
- Currency: Euro (EUR). US$1 ≈ €0.89 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Use bank ATMs (Bancomat), not Euronet machines; always decline the ATM's currency conversion.
- Tipping: Not expected. Bills often include coperto (€1–4 per person) or a service charge; round up or leave a few euros for great service.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay widely accepted; tap a bank card at metro gates in Rome and Milan.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Schengen member: non-EU visitors are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System (fingerprints and photo) instead of passport stamps.
- ETIAS is not running yet; the EU will announce its start date months in advance.
- Hotels and rentals must register every guest with police, so expect to show your passport at check-in.
Emergency numbers
Police 113 · Ambulance 118 · Fire 115 · All emergencies 112
Plugs
Type C, F, L · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
TIM, Vodafone and WindTre sell prepaid tourist SIMs at airports and phone shops; passport needed. EU SIMs roam at home rates. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
- GTT Torino (public transport)
- Torino Airport
- Città della Salute e della Scienza di Torino
- Turismo Torino e Provincia
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