One of the oldest automobile museums in the world!
Welcome to the Automobile Museum of Turin!
The Automobile Museum of Turin, in Corso Unità d’Italia, was inaugurated in the 1960s and is one of the oldest automobile museums in the world! Inside a vast building, the “MAUTO (Museo AUtomobile TOrino)” houses more than 160 car models; from the first cars of the 1920s and 1930s, to the opulence of American vintage cars (Cadillac), to the beautiful FIATs from Turin that gained enormous importance during the years of the economic boom!
historical backgroung
The idea for the automobile museum originated during a congress organized by the Automobile Club of Turin in 1932. The occasion was to celebrate the veterans of the automobile, those who had held a driving license for at least 25 years! Given the fame gained from the event, the directors of the Automobile Club and FIAT decided to pursue a project to open an automobile museum. On July 19, 1933, the city of Turin approved the creation of the future automobile museum! The main problem was finding a suitable location, as a fairly large space was needed. The search went from an old warehouse to a library and archive, to spaces under the stands of the city’s municipal stadium, until 1960 when it reached its final (and current) location on Corso Unità d’Italia.
“I visited the museum at the end of May 2024, and I also saw the beautiful exhibit on Ayrton Senna! Personally, I loved this museum (it must be said that I am a car enthusiast) because it took me back in time to understand how the world’s most used means of transport was born! It’s an experience I will definitely do again, and I recommend it to you as well!”
Historical part of the museum
It is absolutely one of the most interesting parts of the museum! You will journey through the history of the world’s most famous four-wheeled vehicle, from the late 1700s to the present day! An astonishing experience that helps you understand how technology has made giant leaps in just a few centuries!
1789
You will start by seeing the first steam vehicles that became means of transport…
1907
then move on to the first cars to complete a continental crossing (Beijing-Paris in 60 days)…
1929
Next, you will see the first “luxury” cars from the early decades of the 1900s…
1916
Next, you will see the first “luxury” cars from the early decades of the 1900s…
1941
Finally, you will see the range of cars created for World War II.
Supercar part of the museum
Not to be outdone, the museum dedicates a section to what we Italians call “the temple of speed”. In the second area, you will find a succession of Formula 1 cars that have made history for one of the most famous car manufacturers in the world: Ferrari!
Curious to learn fun facts and be led by a professional guide?
What are the Automobile museum’s of Turin opening hours?
The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. It is closed on Mondays, except for special occasions when it may open from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
How much does Automobile Museum of Turin cost?
Tickets cost €16 for adults, with discounts for seniors (over 65) and young adults (18-25) at €13. Children between 6 and 17 pay €5, and children under 6 get in for free.
At Automobile Museum of Turin are there any accessibility services available?
Yes, the museum is fully accessible to people with physical disabilities, including wheelchair access, and it also offers services for people with visual impairments.
Can I take a guided tour at Automobile Museum of Turin?
Yes, visitors can book guided tours to explore the exhibits with more detailed information. Additionally, an audio guide is available in several languages, including English. (Turin: MAUTO Museo dell’Automobile, you can add an audio guide).
Is there parking available at the Automobile Museum of Turin?
Yes, there is a dedicated parking area for both cars and motorcycles near the museum.
