C
A lovely time
It is well spent to go on this tour. You hear about so much history of Italy from the very knowledgeable guide.
Operator response
Thank you Cynthia. Your guide Luisa
Royal Palace and Shroud Chapel with local Guide & ticket
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min–2h
- Price from
- $88 / person
- Location
- Turin, Italy
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 83 reviews
- Languages
- EN, IT, FR
- Group
- Small group, up to 6
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Luisa Boscolo Guida Turistica
- Meeting point
- In front of the entrance of the Palace, at the large entrance door, on the Royal Square. DO NOT ENTER THE TICKET OFFICE.Map is not accurate; exact coordinates for Google Maps are 45.072698805726226, 7.68612995332504In case of difficulties contact + 39 366 1724181 via whatsapp or call.
Description
Born in Turin and always lived in Turin, she knows all the most characteristic points of the Palace, the most important objects but also the most particular. The Royal Palace, which has been the seat of the dynasty that ruled Piedmont and then Italy since the second half of the 16th century: the throne room, the alcove and the reception and party rooms. A view of the Turin Cathedral, where the Holy Shroud is kept (closed in a glass case in a controlled atmosphere, it is NOT visible), from the top of the Chapel designed by Guarino Guarini, reopened in 2018 after a long restoration following the fire of 1997, with a description full of details and peculiarities. The Royal Armory has one-of-a-kind exhibits from every era. ---------------------------------- It is advisable to leave a mobile number reachable by Whatsapp for urgent communications and to provide better service.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 9:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 3:00 PM, and 5:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $88
- Child (ages 7–17)
- $6
- Infant (ages 0–6)
- Free
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $135.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 75 of the next 104 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Palazzo Reale Di Torino
The seat of the Dukes of Savoy and later of the Kings of Sardinia and then of Italy, from which the Albertine Statute was promulgated, which houses the Royal Armory and the Chapel of the Holy Shroud.
Cappella della Sacra Sindone
The Chapel of the Holy Shroud designed by Guarino Guarini and completed in 1683, destroyed by a terrible fire in 1997, is directly connected to the Royal Palace with an access corridor and offers a view of the Cathedral where the Holy Shroud is kept in the dark in a case in a controlled environment and atmosphere. The Shroud is therefore NOT visible, but it is possible, if requested and during the opening hours of the Turin Cathedral, to add a visit to the Cathedral and gather in prayer near the Shroud.
On request it is possible to include in the total duration of the tour a visit to the Cathedral of Turin, with a passage to the Chapel where today the Holy Shroud is housed (kept in a sealed case, in the dark, in a protected environment and resistant to any natural event, it is not visible)
What's included
Included
Entrance fees (purchased in name on behalf of the client)
Guided tour with Professional Licensed Guide
Not included
Ticket also valid for the Archaeological Museum and Galleria Sabauda (not included in the tour)
The Holy Shroud is NOT visible and the visit includes the Chapel of Guarini which housed it.
Turin Cathedral is not accessible during closing times and during Masses.
Turin Cathedral will only be visible from the Guarini Chapel during Mass and closing times.
In case of ticket price increase, supplementation or cancellation may be required.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
83 reviews
How it compares in Turin
- Rated higher than 70% of 77 reviewed tours in Turin
- No. 20 by number of reviews among 296 tours in Turin
- Starting price $88 is 10% above the typical $80 for tours of similar length in Turin
Excurgo comparison of 296 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Museum does not allow pets but only service animals.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Royal Palace and Shroud Chapel with local Guide & ticket take?
Royal Palace and Shroud Chapel with local Guide & ticket lasts about 1h 30min–2h. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Royal Palace and Shroud Chapel with local Guide & ticket cost?
Prices start at $88 per person for this Turin experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $135. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Royal Palace and Shroud Chapel with local Guide & ticket run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 9:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 3:00 PM, and 5:00 PM.
How much does Royal Palace and Shroud Chapel with local Guide & ticket cost for children?
Children aged 7–17 pay from $6, adults from $88. Infants go free.
Does Royal Palace and Shroud Chapel with local Guide & ticket sell out?
It can: 75 of the next 104 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Royal Palace and Shroud Chapel with local Guide & ticket for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is In front of the entrance of the Palace, at the large entrance door, on the Royal Square. DO NOT ENTER THE TICKET OFFICE. Map is not accurate; exact coordinates for Google Maps are 45.072698805726226, 7.68612995332504. In case of difficulties contact + 39 366 1724181 via whatsapp or call. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Royal Palace and Shroud Chapel with local Guide & ticket offered in?
The experience is available in EN, IT, FR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(83)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
L
Great tour. Our guide was...
Great tour. Our guide was a local who was born and raised in Turin. The visit to where The Shroud is was special and she was so knowledgable regarding it and Turin's history as well.
E
Shroud information
It was very interesting but our guide was very difficult to understand Her voice was very low and garbled
J
Amazing
Wonderful historical tour with magnificent paintings and artifacts from Turin's history. The shroud storyline was insightful.
Operator response
Thanks Jozef! Your Royal Palace guide Luisa
D
Luisa was very...
Luisa was very knowledgeable and thorough for an excellent historical overview of the palace history and shroud chapel.
Operator response
Thanks, David! It was a pleasure meeting you! Luisa
R
A great tour
Our guide Luisa was very knowledgable. We were lucky that it was only us, so could ask as many questions as we wanted. This is a great tour and we would recommend it.
Operator response
Thanks! Have a nice day! Luisa
A
Lovely day at the Palace.
A relaxing experience with no rushing or crowds. The palace was more than expected and the Capel of the Shroud was deeply moving.
Operator response
Thanks Antonio! Your guide Luisa
S
Turin
Excellent guide - knowledgeable, engaging, and courteous. We got a time effecient tour with effortless meet-up
M
An extraordinary guide!
Luisa is a very pleasant and interesting guide, who loves her city and knows how to interest her clients. She is fascinating and full of anecdotes that allow you to grasp the history of Turin, and also of Italy. I learned so many things thanks to her! Thanks again Luisa ❤️ For your information, my visit was conducted in French. I know that she also works in English since she was meeting with American clients after my visit.
Operator response
Marion! Merci à vous! Ravie de vous avoir rencontrées accompagné! Luisa
C
An array of opulence
Wonderful opulent apartments set in the most exquisite building. Many areas to explore- wonderful objects to see and the remains of a roman theatre in the grounds too. Chapel where the Turin Shroud was once kept.
Operator response
Thanks for your review Your guide Luisa
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