Turin Self-Guided Audio Experience
Discover Turin at your own rhythm with complete freedom to start, pause, and explore as your curiosity guides you. Our audio experience unveils hidden stories and historical secrets that even locals don't know, narrated by expert historians who bring Turin's rich past to life. Immerse yourself in authentic local culture with insider recommendations for cafés, shops, and experiences far from tourist crowds. Choose only the attractions that intrigue you, creating a personalized journey through this royal city. Unlike rushed group tours, you'll absorb Turin's magic without schedules or strangers' questions interrupting your experience. Our professional narration features cinematic sound design, ambient music, and crystal-clear direction, creating an immersive sensory journey that transforms ordinary sightseeing into an extraordinary adventure through time and culture.
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Turin Self-Guided Audio Experience
What's included in Turin Self-Guided Audio Experience
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Torino Porta Nuova
Step through the magnificent gateway of Turin's history at Porta Nuova Station, an architectural masterpiece dating to 1861. Our audio guide reveals the hidden symbolism in its façade that represents Italy's unification dreams and Turin's industrial ambitions. As you explore at your leisure, discover how this hub connected Turin to Europe and transformed a royal city into an industrial powerhouse. Learn which famous historical figures passed through these halls, including secret meetings that changed Italy's destiny. The audio experience includes ambient sounds of steam locomotives and whispers of the past, transporting you to the golden age of rail travel while allowing you to appreciate this living monument at your own pace.
Via Roma
Stroll Turin's most elegant thoroughfare, redesigned in the 1930s as a testament to architectural innovation and fascist grandeur. Our audio guide points out easy-to-miss details in the rationalist facades—hidden symbols, architectural puzzles, and the stories behind the exclusive boutiques housed beneath the distinctive porticoes. Discover the underground world beneath your feet and the secret passageways once used by the royal family. Unlike traditional tours, our immersive narration allows you to linger in charming cafés while continuing your historical journey. You'll learn which renowned artists and writers found inspiration along this avenue, transforming your walk into a journey through Turin's artistic soul while shopping or people-watching at your leisure.
Chiesa di Santa Cristina
Marvel at this baroque jewel whose symmetrical façade conceals fascinating mysteries our audio guide will unveil. Designed by Filippo Juvarra in 1715, Santa Cristina shares Piazza San Carlo with its twin, San Carlo, creating one of Italy's most harmonious architectural ensembles. As you explore at your own pace, discover the church's connection to the powerful Savoy dynasty and the hidden symbolism in Juvarra's masterful design. Our expert narration reveals the astonishing story of Christina of France, the formidable royal who commissioned the church and wielded remarkable power in 17th-century Turin. The audio experience highlights artistic treasures missed by ordinary visitors, including paintings by Turin's finest baroque masters and architectural elements that inspired designers across Europe.
Inclusions
- Admission fee
- Private access link to the audio guide in one playlist for all 16 attractions
- Private access link to a tour itinerary map of 16 attractions with audio guide individually
- Private access links are valid until your tour is complete (maximum 6 days)
- Audio devices (earphones and internet / Wi-Fi)
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Since this tour is a self-guided audio tour, you can choose where to start and finish according to your preference.
- How Our Self-Guided Audio Tour Works:
- 1. Receive Access Links: On your selected date of travel, before your starting time, you'll receive an email containing two important links for your audio guide.
- 2. Audio Content (Link 1): Click on our secure SoundCloud web link to access the audio guides. You can listen to individual attraction guides or the entire tour to plan your visit. This allows you to familiarize yourself with the content before or during your tour.
- 3. Interactive Map (Link 2): Use our secure Google My Maps link to locate all attractions on an interactive map. Each point on the map corresponds to a stop on the tour and links directly to its audio guide.
- 4. Flexible Exploration: As you explore the city use the map to navigate between stops. At each location, simply click on the corresponding point to play the relevant audio guide.
- 5. Plan Your Route: You can use both links to plan your route in advance, deciding which attractions you want to prioritize or if you want to follow the suggested order of the tour.
- 6. Customer Support: If you have any questions about accessing or using the audio guide, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to ensure you have a smooth and enjoyable experience
- Remember, this self-guided tour allows you to explore at your own pace. Feel free to take breaks, spend more time at your favourite locations, or even split the tour across multiple days. The flexibility of our audio guide ensures you can tailor the experience to your preferences and schedule.
- What to Bring: * Headphones/Earphones * Fully charged smartphone * Internet access
- *While all the tourist attractions mentioned above are free to visit, please note that travelers will need to purchase their own tickets if any attraction charges fees for special sections or has recently implemented fees for additional services.
- Select your preferred audio guide language during booking. Language selection cannot be changed after confirmation. If your language isn't available, contact us 48+ hours in advance and we'll prepare it specially for you.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Since this tour is a self-guided audio tour, you can choose where to start and finish according to your preference.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Since this tour is a self-guided audio tour, you can choose where to start and finish according to your preference. How Our Self-Guided Audio Tour Works: 1. Receive Access Links: On your selected date of travel, before your starting time, you'll receive an email containing two important links for your audio guide. 2. Audio Content (Link 1): Click on our secure SoundCloud web link to access the audio guides. You can listen to individual attraction guides or the entire tour to plan your visit. This allows you to familiarize yourself with the content before or during your tour. 3. Interactive Map (Link 2): Use our secure Google My Maps link to locate all attractions on an interactive map. Each point on the map corresponds to a stop on the tour and links directly to its audio guide. 4. Flexible Exploration: As you explore the city use the map to navigate between stops. At each location, simply click on the corresponding point to play the relevant audio guide. 5. Plan Your Route: You can use both links to plan your route in advance, deciding which attractions you want to prioritize or if you want to follow the suggested order of the tour. 6. Customer Support: If you have any questions about accessing or using the audio guide, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to ensure you have a smooth and enjoyable experience Remember, this self-guided tour allows you to explore at your own pace. Feel free to take breaks, spend more time at your favourite locations, or even split the tour across multiple days. The flexibility of our audio guide ensures you can tailor the experience to your preferences and schedule. What to Bring: * Headphones/Earphones * Fully charged smartphone * Internet access *While all the tourist attractions mentioned above are free to visit, please note that if any attractions have recently implemented entry fees, travelers will need to purchase their own tickets.
