The Reggia of Venaria of Turin is one of the most visited monuments in the city, along with the Egyptian Museums, the Mole Antonelliana, the Royal Museums, the Palazzo Madama, the Automobile Museum and the GAM.
- Plan your visit in advance; the earlier you do it, the more options you’ll have for choosing the day and time slot.
- Book your tours online and download your ticket to your phone to skip the lines at the ticket office.
- If you’re not staying in accommodation near the monument, check public transportation options in advance and how long it takes to reach there!
- Dress comfortably and in layers so you can adapt to different temperatures.
Reggia of Venaria tours offered:
– Reggia of Venaria: Reggia di Venaria Reale, live tour guide! (NEW ACTIVITY) The Royal Palace of Venaria, the summer residence of the Savoys family.
– Reggia of Venaria: Palace of Venaria Guided Tour. Enjoy a guided tour of the Palace of Venaria, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning Baroque architecture.
–Â Reggia di Venaria: Venaria Royal Palace and Gardens.
– Reggia of Venaria: La Venaria Reale Entry ticket and Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour. Enjoy skip-the-line admission to the Venaria Reale, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the city’s top sights on a hop-on-hop-off bus tour as well.
– Reggia di Venaria: From Turin, la Venaria Reale private tour with entry ticket. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Listed La Venaria Reale with a skip-the-line ticket on a day trip from Turin. Enjoy a private tour of the palace and admire the glittering fountain in the gardens.
– Reggia di Venaria: Self-guided e-bike tour of Mandria Park. Discover the Mandria Park, relax and explore nature and culture just a stone’s throw from the Palace of Venaria.
– Reggia di Venaria: Reggia di Venaria e Rivoli Castle. 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 relax.
– Reggia di Venaria: From Reggia to Valentine’s Park: self-guided by e-bike. Visit Turin by e-bike starting from the magnificent Reggia di Venaria. A self-guided tour that will take you to the Valentine Park, cycling on a cycle path along the Po river.
–Â Reggia di Venaria e Sacra di San Michele.
- Vast Royal Residence: The Reggia di Venaria is one of the largest royal residences in the world, spanning over 80,000 square meters and including 50 hectares of gardens. It was designed to be a symbol of the power and grandeur of the House of Savoy.
- Hunting Lodge Origins: Originally, the Reggia di Venaria was built as a hunting lodge for Duke Charles Emmanuel II of Savoy in the 17th century. The name “Venaria” derives from the Latin word “venari,” meaning “to hunt.”
- Baroque Masterpiece: The palace is renowned for its stunning Baroque architecture, designed by the architect Amedeo di Castellamonte. It features elaborate decorations, grand halls, and impressive frescoes.
- Restoration and Revival: After falling into disrepair over the centuries, the Reggia di Venaria underwent a massive restoration project starting in 1999. The restoration, which took several years and cost over 200 million euros, was one of the largest cultural heritage projects in Europe.
- UNESCO World Heritage Site: In 1997, the Reggia di Venaria was included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site listing as part of the “Residences of the Royal House of Savoy.” This designation recognizes its historical and cultural significance.
