Experts' Choice Award Basilica di Superga
What the experts agree on
Reaching Juvarra's Baroque masterpiece via the historic rack railway is half the appeal, with hilltop views over Turin and the Savoy royal tombs and dome inside rewarding the trip.
“For a great view of the city, take the old funicular railway to this church.”
– Travel + Leisure
Fodor's "This thoroughly Baroque church was designed by Juvarra in the early 18th century and, since 1731, has been the burial place of kings." Full review
Lonely Planet "Basilica di Superga became the final resting place of the Savoy family, whose lavish tombs make for interesting viewing, as does the dome here." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Built on top of a hill that peaks at 670m, this imposing building, constructed between 1717 and 1731, is the masterpiece of architect Juvarra." Full review
Independent "Turin isn’t short of eye-pleasing architecture but the impressive 18th-century Basilica di Superga, perched atop a verdant hillside overlooking Turin, is something to behold"
Frommer's "Half the fun of a visit to this lovely basilica is the 6.5km (4-mile) journey... from Sassi on a narrow-gauge railway through the lush countryside." Full review
Lonely Planet "Emblematic Basilica di Superga can be spotted from all over Turin, and while there is a fee to enter the hillside basilica, wandering the vast grounds of the lavish 18th-century church..."
