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Palace · Italy · Piedmont
Venaria Reale
A baroque royal palace and gardens just outside Turin.
UNESCO World Heritage Paid entry about 3 h
For storytellers
Why Venaria Reale matters
This hunting palace of the Savoy was restored to its former splendour, with immense halls, a grand gallery and large gardens. It's among the grandest day trips from Turin. Allow half a day, since the palace, gardens and grounds are huge and easy to enjoy slowly.
Talking points
- It's one of the Savoy residences.
- The great gallery is dazzling.
- Gardens include large formal parterres.
- Reachable by bus from Turin.
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