Reggia di Venaria e Sacra di San Michele
Overview
Piedmont (Piemonte in Italian) means "foot of the mountains", Turin, the region's major city isn't just the car capital of Italy and home to the Holy Shroud. Neoclassical piazzas, shops filled with chocolates and chic fashions, and elegant Baroque palazzos have been restored in grand style.
We are a small team, we want you to discover the beauty of Turin . Piedmont is a region rich in history, well worth visiting at least once in a lifetime. We suggest, but you decide what you want to see and do. Our group are max 3 people, we are in no hurry, we do the tours with a lot of relax.
We are a small team, we want you to discover the beauty of Turin . Piedmont is a region rich in history, well worth visiting at least once in a lifetime. We suggest, but you decide what you want to see and do. Our group are max 3 people, we are in no hurry, we do the tours with a lot of relax.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Snacks
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: La Venaria Reale, Piazza della Repubblica 4, 10078 Venaria Reale Italy
The Royal Palace of Venaria, the summer residence of the Savoys modelled on Versailles, extensive Italianate gardens surround this 16th-century hunting lodge built for Carlo Emanuele II of Savoy. The basements now house a historical exhibition that relates the story of the Savoy. The upper floors are given over to changing exhibitions. The Royal Palace is closed on Mondays.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Sacra di San Michele, Via Alla Sacra 14, 10057 Sant'Ambrogio di Torino Italy
Sacra di San Michele A forbidding fortified abbey anchored atop a rocky hill, the Sacra di San Michele. To reach the church, you must climb 150 steps, past 12th-century sculptures, from the Porta dello Zodiaco, a splendid Romanesque doorway decorated with the signs of the zodiac. On the left side of the interior are 16th-century frescoes representing New Testaments themes; on the right are depictions of the founding of the church. Note that some sections of the abbey are open only on weekends and, when particularly crowded, visit may be limited to hour-long tours. Weather permitting, the views from the walls and terraces surrounding the church are breathtaking.
Duration: 4 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: La Venaria Reale, Piazza della Repubblica 4, 10078 Venaria Reale Italy
The Royal Palace of Venaria, the summer residence of the Savoys modelled on Versailles, extensive Italianate gardens surround this 16th-century hunting lodge built for Carlo Emanuele II of Savoy. The basements now house a historical exhibition that relates the story of the Savoy. The upper floors are given over to changing exhibitions. The Royal Palace is closed on Mondays.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Sacra di San Michele, Via Alla Sacra 14, 10057 Sant'Ambrogio di Torino Italy
Sacra di San Michele A forbidding fortified abbey anchored atop a rocky hill, the Sacra di San Michele. To reach the church, you must climb 150 steps, past 12th-century sculptures, from the Porta dello Zodiaco, a splendid Romanesque doorway decorated with the signs of the zodiac. On the left side of the interior are 16th-century frescoes representing New Testaments themes; on the right are depictions of the founding of the church. Note that some sections of the abbey are open only on weekends and, when particularly crowded, visit may be limited to hour-long tours. Weather permitting, the views from the walls and terraces surrounding the church are breathtaking.
Duration: 4 hours
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Leigh_G
September 2023
Oh my gosh - Lena and Guissepe were fabulous guides - the best day of entire 6 day trip! They took such good care of us. This tour was the best - thank you Viator!
Oh my gosh - Lena and Guissepe were fabulous guides - the best day of entire 6 day trip! They took such good care of us. This tour was the best - thank you Viator!rgmartinq
July 2023
Tour guide..Giuseppe was very informative and professional. Would highly recommend him and the tour.will come back very soon.It was just enough time to see everything.
Tour guide..Giuseppe was very informative and professional. Would highly recommend him and the tour.will come back very soon.It was just enough time to see everything.