Experts' Choice Award Parco del Valentino
What the experts agree on
Turin's beloved riverside park where locals jog, cycle, and picnic along the Po's tree-lined banks. The expansive 1856 French-style grounds also feature a medieval castle and botanical gardens, making it the city's go-to outdoor escape.
“This pleasant riverside park is a great place to stroll, bike, or jog.”
– Fodor's
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"This romantic park is a popular favourite with the city's inhabitants and is perfect for cycling or having a picnic during the day...it's also home to the Castello del Valentine and Borgo Medievale." Full review
National Geographic "The best place to spend time outdoors in my city is at one of the city's beautiful urban parks. My favorite: Parco del Valentino."
Independent "From there, take a stroll by the river Po to the tree-filled Parco del Valentino and botanical gardens"
Lonely Planet "At weekends families flock to the seemingly endless, grassy grounds of 19th-century Parco Valentino to stroll along the Po river banks, peruse botanical gardens, sn selfies in front of..."
Lonely Planet "On the west bank of the River Po, Parco Valentino is a favorite city haunt. Locals flock here to stroll, jog and cycle its riverside paths and hang out on its grassy banks."
Lonely Planet "Its main sight is Parco Valentino, Turin's much-frequented riverside park, which provides a welcome burst of greenery"
Lonely Planet "To deal with the heat, take your cue from the locals and head to the Parco Valentino for a late afternoon stroll or to the Po riverside for an al fresco eritif"
