Turin is the capital of the Piedmont region of Italy and an important base for commerce and industry as part of Italy’s Industrial Triangle. It has a history of political influence too and was the first capital of the Kingdom of Italy before it moved to Florence and then Rome. Today Turin is a bustling and vibrant city full of art and architecture, and the Via Roma offers visitors entertainment in the form of shopping and great restaurants. However you decide to spend your time, hiring a car in Turin is the best way to access the entire city and see as much as possible during your stay.
As Turin is such an established city there is a multitude of things to do. The city centre shows many signs of when Turin was the royal seat, from the Baroque architecture which is visible throughout the city in the opulent residences known as the Houses of Savoy. These include the Palace of Turin and the Palazzo Madama and are all designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites. There are numerous religious sites around the city too and the famous Shroud of Turin can be seen on view at Turin Cathedral. Rent a car in Turin and you will be able to get around the city with ease and see all that the city has to offer.
