In the heart of the historic center of Turin stands the majestic Palazzo Reale, the ancient residence and center of power of the royal Savoy family. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997, this splendid Baroque-style building has been enriched over the centuries by various artists, from 1600 to the end of the 19th century.

Originally the residence of the Bishop, the Royal Palace of Turin was the subject of important renovation works initially designed by Ascanio Vittozzi and then completed by Carlo di Castellamonte. The sumptuous regal façade, which joins the more imposing lateral wings, is the work of the seventeenth-century Carlo Morello. The Royal Gardens extend near the palace, a further emblem of the city of Turin.

Built to exhibit royal pomp and luxury, the Royal Palace of Turin was completed in 1640. Its interiors, enriched over the centuries, are an extraordinary testimony to the visual and decorative richness of each environment. Among the artists who contributed to this Italian masterpiece are Isidoro Bianchi, Claudio Francesco Beaumont and Massimo d'Azeglio.

Among the rooms that best tell the long history of the Royal Palace of Turin are the Ball Room, the Throne Room, the Salone degli Svizzeri and many others.

After the end of the monarchy in 1947, the Royal Palace was largely abandoned and only recently, in 2007, was it reopened to the public, offering visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in the fascinating history of this Royal residence.