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Giardini Reali Turin

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Giardini Reali are one of Turin’s most refined historic green spaces, forming an elegant extension of the Royal Palace complex. Designed for the Savoy court, the gardens blend formal geometry with natural tranquillity, offering a peaceful retreat just steps from the city’s busiest streets. Tree‑lined avenues, sculpted hedges, and quiet lawns create a harmonious setting that reflects centuries of royal landscaping traditions. The Upper Gardens, closest to the palace, preserve a classical layout with terraces and ornamental details, while the Lower Gardens open into a broader, more naturalistic landscape shaded by mature trees. Sculptures, fountains, and views of the palace façades enrich the atmosphere, making the Giardini Reali a favourite place for strolling, reading, or simply enjoying a moment of calm in the historic centre. Today, they remain a bridge between courtly heritage and everyday urban life.

Turin Italy

Location

The Giardini Reali, or Royal Gardens, are located behind the Royal Palace of Turin in central Turin, Italy, at Piazza Reale, postcode 10124, nestled between the historic city ramparts and the Savoy residence. Spanning seven hectares amid the UNESCO-listed Residences of the Royal House of Savoy, these Baroque gardens designed by André Le Nôtre offer free public access via pedestrian paths from Piazza Castello and nearby metro stops. Nearby attractions include the grand Royal Palace and expansive Musei Reali complex with its armory and art collections, the Cappella della Sindone, Palazzo Madama across Piazza Castello, the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist, and elegant Via Roma shopping arcade, all forming Turin's royal cultural heart.

Giardini Reali Turin

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