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The Superga Basilica in Turin
The Superga basilica was built by Victor Amadeus II of Savoy as a consequence of a vow he had made. Having climbed to the top of Superga hill before facing Louis XIV’s French army, he addressed the Virgin Mary to petition for her mercy in granting them this victory and thus keep Turin and the whole of Piedmont independent.
Construction work on the Basilica went on for over 14 years, from 1717 to 1731. Under the supervision of the Messina-born architect and abbot Filippo Juvarra, the existing church was torn down and Superga hill was lowered by 40 m.
The Basilica attracts tourists and pilgrims from all over the world. The church dome affords a truly breathtaking view. The church also offers architectural masterpieces and figurative artworks provided by the Savoy family to adorn the basilica and some of its lay parts.
The Sanctuary and its complex are also a favourite among pilgrims and guest quarters are available, run by the monks from the Ordine dei Servi di Maria (Order of Mary’s Servants).
Appropriate clothing is recommended when visiting the Basilica and the museum’s rooms (royal tombs, etc.).
It is cooler inside the crypts than it is outside.
Information
Basilica di Superga
Tel: 0039.011.8997456
Fax: 0039.011.8903833
E-Mail: bookshop@basilicadisuperga.com
Timetable Basilica
From November to March
From Monday to Friday: from 9,00 to 12,00 and from 15,00 to 17,00
Saturday and Sunday: from 09,00 to 12,45 e from 15,00 to 17,45
From April to October
From Monday to Friday: from 09, 00 to 12,00 e from 15,00 to 18,00
Saturday and Sunday: from 09,00 to 12,45 e from 15,00 to 18,45
You can visit also :
Tombe Reali dei Savoia
Cupola - Dome
Appartamenti Reali
Salone del Re
Museo del Grande Torino
Royal Tombs of the Savoy family
The crypt beneath the basilica gathers approximately 70 burial places of the Savoy family and it is one of the family’s largest mausoleums. The burial places are adorned with statues and marble work.
The 30-minute tours are guided by the Basilica’s own welcoming staff. Reservations are recommended but not compulsory
Timetable
From April to October
from Moday to Sunday: from 9,30 to 19,00 (last entrance18,45)
From November to 24th of December
Saturday, Sunday and holidays: from 9,30 to 18,00 (last entrance 17,45)
From 7th of January to March
Saturday, Sunday and holidays: from 9,30 to 18,00 (last entrance 17,45)
From 26th of December to 6th of January:every days: from 9,30 to 18,00 (last entrance 17,45)
25th of December and 1st of January: from 14,30 to 18,00 (last entrance 17,45)
Prices
Full price: 3,00 Euro
Reduced for students (till 18): 2,00 Euro
Reduced Seniors 65+: 2,00 Euro
Reduced Soci TCI: 2,00 Euro
Reduced Soci FAI: 2,00 Euro
Reduced if you have also the Dome ticket: 2,00 Euro
Under 12: Free Entry
Disabled: Free Entry
Travel guides: Free Entry
Group leader (min. 15 people): Free Entry
With Torino+Piemonte Card: Free Entrace
Dome
A flight of 131 steps takes you up to the dome’s balustrade, which offers a beautiful view of the surroundings. There are no lifts of any kind, so the winding staircase must also be used on the way down. Maximum stay in the dome is 20 minutes.
Timetable
From April to October
from Moday to Sunday: from 9,30 to 18,00 (last entrance 17,30)
Saturday and civil holidays: from 9,30 to 19,00 (last entrance 18,45)
Sunday and Religius holiday: from 13,00 to 19,00 (last entrance 18,45)
From November to March
Saturday and civil holidays: from 9,30 to 18,00 (last entrance 17,45)
Sunday and Religius holiday: from 13,00 to 18,00 (last entrance 17,45)
Night open - from June to August
from Tuesday to Sunday: from 21,00 to 24,00 (last entrance 23,30)
Prices
Full price: 3,00 Euro
Reduced students: 2,00 Euro
Reduced Seniors 65+: 2,00 Euro
Reduced for perople wich have Tombe Reali ticket: 2,00 Euro
Underl 12: Free Entry
Disabled: Free Entry
Travel guides: Free Entry
Group leader (min. 15 people): Free Entry
With Torino+Piemonte Card: Free Entrace
Royal apartments
A primitive project entailed the construction of a palace reserved for the Savoy family right next to the Basilica.
Once the original idea was discarded, the family was given a number of rooms within the Basilica itself, on the first floor, and which are now open to the public.
Visits are only organised for groups of at least 20 people subject to booking.
Timetable
From April to October:
from Monday to Sunday from 9,30 to 19,00 (last entrance 18,45)
From November to March
from Monday to Sunday from 9,30 to 18,00 (last entrance ore 17,45)
Prices
Full price: 2 Euro
Group leader: Free Entry
With Torino+Piemonte Card: Free Entrace
The King’s Quarters
This is where the Savoy family used to luncheon on 8th September, to celebrate the birth of the Virgin Mary.
Recent restoration work has brought the room back to its original splendour. The room is also referred to as the “Salone del bozzetto” (sketch room), as this is where the wooden model of the Superga Basilica made by Carlo Maria Ugliengo is kept.
The 30-minute tours are guided by the Basilica’s own welcoming staff.
Visiting hours
From April to October:
Last Sunday of each month: from 9:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (last entry at 6:30 p.m.)
Visits can be organised outside these visiting hours for groups of at least 20 people subject to booking.
Prices
Regular ticket: Euro 2
Group leader: Free Entry
With Torino+Piemonte Card: Free Entrace
Grande Torino Museum
Two historic rooms house a museum which commemorates the Grande Torino team.
The Memoria Storica Granata Association has grouped together photographs, memorabilia and accounts here. A tombstone outside the Basilica indicates the location where the aircraft accident took place on 4th May 1949.
Timetable
From April to October: Saturday, Sunday and holidays: from 14,30 to 19,00 (last entrance 18,45)
From November to March: Saturday, Sunday and holidays: from 14,30 to 18,00 (last entrance ore 17,45)
Prices
Full price: 2 Euro
With Torino+Piemonte Card: Free Entrace
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What to see in Turin
» Basilica di Superga
» Castello di Rivalta
» Cortile del Maglio, dell’ex Arsenale Militare (i locali di Torino)
» Galleria Sabauda
» Lingotto
» Mole Antonelliana
» Museo Egizio
» Museo dell'automobile
» Museo della Sacra Sindone
» Orto Botanico
» Palazzo Madama
» Palaisozaki e Punti di Vista
» Parco Archeologico nel Quadrilatero
» La "Passerella" e l'Arco Rosso
» Piazza Vittorio
» Quartiere Dora con: il Parco Dora;
il Villaggio Media;
l' Environment Park;
la Chiesa del Santo Volto
» La Spina Centrale con: la Fontana-Igloo di Mario Merz;
l’Opera per Torino di Per Kirkeby;
l’Albero Giardino di Giuseppe Pennone
Main Attractions in the surroundings of Turin
» Castello di Moncalieri
» Castello di San Giorgio Canavese
» Palazzina di caccia di Stupinigi a Nichelino
» Reggia Venaria Reale