Borgo Medievale near the little Church

The Medieval Castle at the Valentino Park was built to host the Ancient Art section of the 1884 Turin Expo: along the Po river and surrounded by walls, the richly furnished castle rises above a small cluster of houses and workshop. The buildings and the decorations are faithful copies of 15th century castles as most indications for the furniture and the settings came from the Civic Museum of Ancient Art. Within this great exhibition, that was meant to promote the industrial, technological and business development of the city, the medieval castle was intended as an educational and promotional tool.

Hours of operation: The site is currently closed for renovation. Construction sites planned until June 2026.

Admission: Free admission. Pay to park near the Borgo Medievale in Parco del Valentino. The parking areas around the park and along the river (Corso Massimo d'Azeglio) are managed as part of the city's blue line zones. Paid parking is enforced Monday to Saturday from 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM. Rates generally range from €1.20 to €1.70 per hour. Parking is generally free on Sundays and overnight (after 7:30 PM).

Machine 1 is at a gift shop near the little Church. Cost 1 euro and 5 cents. Designs all have "MC" (Maecri) at the catch notch, and a beaded border with 'Torino':
1) (V) Building top tower with 'Mole Antonelliana'.
2) (V) Egyptian cat statue with 'Bastet Egizia'.
3) (V) Face of Jesus from the holy shroud of Turin with 'Santa Sindome'.
4) (H) View of medieval village with 'Borgo Medievale'.

G.P.S. coordinates: Latitude: 45°02'56.7"N Longitude: 7°41'06.2"E
Google Maps coordinates: 2MXP+J3 Turin, Metropolitan City of Turin, Italy
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May 30, 2026. Location update. Currently closed for renovation.