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Daytime

Morning light at the Consolata

Start your day with the quiet grandeur of the Consolata before the crowds arrive, then grab a classic Turin snack nearby.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 13:26

    Santuario della Consolata

    Walk up to the Santuario della Consolata. It is a profusion of baroque architecture from the 17th and 18th centuries. Arriving early lets you appreciate the details in the morning light without the noise.

  2. 14:06

    Caffe al Bicerin

    Head just 1 minute away to Caffe al Bicerin. Order a Bicerin, the classic mix of coffee, hot chocolate, and cream. Be aware that this place is pricey and can have long queues, so going now helps avoid the rush.

  3. 14:46

    Porta Palazzo

    Stroll 6 minutes to Porta Palazzo. This is a big street and indoor market selling food produce, clothes, and handicrafts. It is a vibrant place to wander and soak in the local atmosphere.

  4. 15:46

    Fondazione Merz

    End your walk at the Fondazione Merz. It is a contemporary art center hosting visual art, music, and educational activities. Spend some time exploring the exhibitions as the afternoon light begins to fade.

Local tip

The walk between the Consolata and Caffe al Bicerin is very short. Porta Palazzo is a short walk from there too. Keep your pace relaxed to enjoy the architecture and the market buzz.

Check before you go

  • Caffe al Bicerin is open Mo,Tu,Th-Su 09:00-19:30.
  • Porta Palazzo is open Mo-Fr 07:00-13:00; Sa 07:00-17:00.
  • Fondazione Merz is open Tu-Su 11:00-19:00; Mo off.

Worth knowing

  • Caffe al Bicerin is open at 14:06 only on Mo, Tu, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
  • Porta Palazzo is open at 14:46 only on Sa

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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