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Afternoon Light at the Mole

Beat the crowds at Turin’s most iconic landmark by arriving just as the afternoon rush settles. Enjoy a quiet snack nearby and finish with a classic Italian dessert.

Best time: noneAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 14:00

    Museo Ettore Fico

    Visit the Museo Ettore Fico. It is open from 14:00 on weekdays, making this the perfect quiet time to see the permanent display of Ettore Fico’s work before the weekend crowds arrive.

  2. 14:45

    Mole Antonelliana

    Walk 43 minutes SSE to the Mole Antonelliana. Arrive just in time to take in the views from this landmark building before the evening light changes.

  3. 15:10

    Caffè Fiorio

    End your walk at Caffè Fiorio, just a short stroll away. This swanky old-style cafe is perfect for a final dessert or ice cream while you watch the city move around you.

Local tip

The Museo Ettore Fico is only open for temporary exhibitions and has a small permanent display. It opens at 14:00 on weekdays, so arriving right at opening time ensures you have the space to yourself. Caffè Fiorio is open until midnight on weekdays, so you have plenty of time to linger after your visit.

Check before you go

  • Museo Ettore Fico opens at 14:00 on weekdays (We-Fr).
  • Caffè Fiorio is open 08:00-24:00 on weekdays.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Turin (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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