Do some shopping. Italy is the...
by sheffwoz
Do some shopping. Italy is the best place when it comes to designer shopping. As all the top Italian makes are made in Italy the choice is bewildering. Turin is cheaper than Rome or Milan because it is not really a tourist place. One regret I did not get to the Armani emporio.
BEAUTIFUL MOUNTAINS
by Onedragon
THE MAJESTY OF THE MOUNTAINS THAT SURROUND TURIN/TORINO ARE A REASON TO ENJOY SPORTS WHETHER IT IS SUMMER OR WINTER OR EVEN SPRING OR FALL THAT WOULD BE ANYTHING FROM HIKING SHOES /BOOTS TO SKIING POLES AND SKIIS.
THERE IS FUN IN THEM THERE HILLS!!!!
"Le Baladin" - Microbrewery in Piozzo (CN)
by ant1606
Excellent beer produced in Piozzo, less than 1 hour drive south of Torino.
A surprising variety of microbrews makes Le Baladin an absolute must for beer lovers.
Served on draft but also available in bottles, my favorite is Nora.
Check website for opening hours.
Birrificio BALADIN Piazza V Luglio 15
12060 Piozzo (CN) Italy
Tel. +39. 0173.778013
Bicycles for Rent in Torino
by ant1606
The City of Torino operates public bike rental locations from April 1st through October 30th inside several city parks. Locations:
* Valentino - Ph. +39.333.6125878
* Carrara (Pellerina) - Ph. +39.335.369951
* Colletta - Ph. +39.335.369951
* Ruffini - Ph. +39.338.3378215
* Millefonti - Ph. +39.339.8283487
* Suor Michelotti - Ph. +39.393.9855598
* Colonnetti - Ph. +39.338.7359459
ID is requested and bicycles must always be returned to the pick-up location.
Bikes can be used outside of the park boundaries.
Operation hours:
Tue through Fri: 15:30 to 19:30
Sat, Sun and holidays: 10:00 to 20:00
Fares:
Duration Cost
1 hour euro 1,00
3 hours euro 2,10
6 hours euro 4,00
12 hours card euro 5,00
24 hours card euro 8,00
Weekend card euro 10,50
Weekly card euro 18,00
Monthly card euro 29,00
50% discount for Torino + Piemonte Card holders
Link herebelow to general information and map of cycling paths in Torino
Ristotram
by ant1606
"Tramway" wagons running on tracks have been a transportation icon in Torino since their introduction as a horse-drawn version. Later converted to electric traction, the public eco-friendly urban transportation is still widely use today. Historical wagons can be privately rented for special occasions.
A more affordable solution for a special ride is to reserve a dinner aboard the "Ristotram", that is an original vehicle that has been transformed into a moving restaurant.
The privilege to enjoy typical local food and wines while touring throughout the city is granted only to those who can make reservations well in advance, that is a good month or two, through the numbers listed herebelow. Typical Piedmontese cuisine and wines.