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!
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Historical Background:
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!
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You will start by seeing the first steam vehicles that became means of transport...
then move on to the first cars to complete a continental crossing (Beijing-Paris in 60 days)...
Next, you will see the first "luxury" cars from the early decades of the 1900s...
and those donated to Italy by the Ford Motor Company in 1916.
Finally, you will see the range of cars created for World War II in 1941.
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!
Scrolling down, I am pleased to present some places to stay near this beautiful museum 😊
Address: Via Nizza 262, 10126 Turin
A very elegant and classy hotel that reflects the automotive grandeur of the city of Turin. Cleanliness and an excellent breakfast are its strengths!
Address: Via Genova 100, 10126 Turin
A new and renovated apartment, very clean with a very kind host. Convenient location for reaching the automobile museum and the Lingotto shopping center. A quiet area.
Address: Via Spotorno 29/D, 10126 Turin
A modern residence with multiple rooms featuring various home automation implementations. Very clean and elegant, it has a central location for the Lingotto and the automobile museum, with easy access to public transportation to reach the city center.
Address: Via Basalta 11, 10126 Turin
An elegant hotel just steps from the Lingotto and a 10-minute walk from the automobile museum! Spacious conference rooms, a gym, and large areas make this hotel perfect for a business trip and more!
Address: Via Genova 69, 10126 Turin
A bed and breakfast just steps from the automobile museum and public transport stops to reach the city center. The strengths of the property are the staff and cleanliness!
Come discover with me some places where you can delight your palate just a few steps from the Automobile Museum.
- Where to eat and tours of Automobile Museum
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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.
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