The Squares of Turin: elegance, history, and city life

Turin is a city that is also experienced through its squares: scenic, spacious, harmonious. They are spaces where art, architecture, history, and daily life intertwine. From the noble squares in the city center to the livelier gathering spots, here are five squares that tell the soul of the city.

Piazza San Carlo
Known as “the drawing room of Turin”, it is one of the most elegant baroque squares in Italy. Surrounded by twin porticos and dominated by the equestrian statue of Emanuele Filiberto, it hosts historic cafés and major city events.

Piazza Castello
The monumental heart of the city. Here, the Royal Palace, Palazzo Madama, the Royal Church of San Lorenzo, and the Teatro Regio all face the square. An ideal starting point to explore the historic center.

Piazza Vittorio Veneto
One of the largest squares in Europe, overlooking the Po River. From its neoclassical frame, it offers a splendid view of the Gran Madre and the hills of Turin. It is also a very lively area in the evening.

Piazza Carignano
Surrounded by historic buildings such as the Museum of the Italian Risorgimento and Palazzo Carignano, it is an intimate and evocative place, often animated by cultural events. Perfect for a quiet stop between history and beauty.

Piazza della Repubblica (Porta Palazzo)
The largest square in Turin, home to the largest outdoor market in Europe. Multicultural, dynamic, and authentic, it offers a different experience from the more monumental city center.

Piazza Carlo Emanuele II
In the evening, Piazza Carlo Emanuele II comes alive with a lively and refined atmosphere, with its cafés, bistros, and venues overlooking the square, perfect for an aperitif or an outdoor dinner in the elegant heart of Turin.