Timeline
16:28
Pick up a Bicerin at Caffe al Bicerin. This is the home of the classic Torinese drink, a mix of coffee, hot chocolate and cream. Be prepared for long queues, so arrive early.
16:53
Basilica di Maria Ausiliatrice
Walk to the Basilica di Maria Ausiliatrice. Arrive before the sun dips below the horizon to find a good spot inside or just outside the church. The Palladian church, built 1865-68, offers a serene backdrop as the light shifts.
17:28
Stroll down to the Santuario della Consolata. Just an eight minute walk away, this baroque church and former Benedictine monastery provides a dramatic, over-the-top profusion of art and architecture to admire in the twilight.
Local tip
Caffe al Bicerin is pricey and can have long queues. If you prefer a quieter start, consider visiting the Santuario della Consolata first, then grabbing a drink nearby. The Basilica is open until 19:00 on weekdays, so ensure you time your visit correctly.
Check before you go
- Caffe al Bicerin opens at 09:00.
- Basilica di Maria Ausiliatrice is open Mo-Sa 07:00-19:00.
Worth knowing
- Caffe al Bicerin is open at 16:28 only on Mo, Tu, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
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