Travel Guide to Palazzo Carignano

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving to Palazzo Carignano from any location in Piedmont, use the A55 or A6 highways to reach Turin. Once in the city, follow the signs to the historic center. Palazzo Carignano is located at Via Accademia delle Scienze, 5. There are parking facilities nearby, but expect to pay approximately €2-€3 per hour. It’s advisable to check for parking availability in advance, especially during peak tourist seasons.

• Train

  To reach Palazzo Carignano by train, take a regional or intercity train to Torino Porta Nuova station. From there, it's about a 15-minute walk. Exit the station and head northwest on Corso Vittorio Emanuele II. Turn right onto Via Roma and follow it until you reach Piazza San Carlo. Continue straight to Via Accademia delle Scienze. The museum will be on your left. Train fares from major cities like Milan or Genoa typically range from €10 to €30, depending on the service.

• Public Transport (Metro & Tram)

  Using public transportation, you can take the Metro Line 1 to the 'Re Umberto' station. From there, transfer to Tram Line 4 (direction: Falchera) and get off at 'Piazza Castello'. From the tram stop, it's a short 5-minute walk to Palazzo Carignano. Follow the signs toward Via Accademia delle Scienze. A single metro/tram ticket costs around €1.70, valid for 90 minutes.

• Bus

  You can also take a bus to reach Palazzo Carignano. Look for bus lines 18, 56, or 61 that stop near the city center. Get off at 'Piazza Castello', then walk towards Via Accademia delle Scienze. The walk is approximately 5 minutes. A bus ticket costs about €1.70, which is valid for 90 minutes, allowing for transfers.