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Piazza San Carlo

Turin, Italy (Centro)
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Ranked #2 of 81 attractions in Turin
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Owner description: Piazza San Carlo was designed by Carlo di Castellamonte in 1642 and completed in 1650. In the middle of the piazza you’ll find the equestrian statue... more » Owner description: Piazza San Carlo was designed by Carlo di Castellamonte in 1642 and completed in 1650. In the middle of the piazza you’ll find the equestrian statue of Emanuele Filiberto (known to all as “El Caval èd brons”), sculpted by Carlo Marocchetti in 1838. The porticoed buildings surrounding the piazza give space to numerous bars, cafes, and restaurants. « less
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London, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

I went there in Sunday night... It's was busy. Meanwhile it was raining too. But the people of torino didn't car and they want to enjoy the night. There are many restaurants and bars in the area. It's like the host spot of Torino. The Seen there is amazing by the river and old Italian styled building around it. I'm... More

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Brighton, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

Great place to stop and have a coffee and watch the World go by, great views and setting ideal for couples. The main road leading off goes to the high end shops, but if you continue to walk down you will get to the palace, if you continue, past the Roman ruins you get to the local Market, at bit... More

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Lexington, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

Full of historic palaces and churches. Great photo ops on a day with perfect weather. The twin churches are both Baroque with impressive interiors.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

This is the place to sit and have a drink to watch the world go by. The drink will be expensive but it arrives with a full plate of delicious nibbles so will be worth it.

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Frankfurt, Germany
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

Get stunned by the buildings sourronding the square, take a coffee in one of the historical café under the arcades and visit the twin churches, if they are open!

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

The centre of Turin is an eye opener with loads of fantastic accessible architecture. Give it a day at least.

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Istanbul, Turkey
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

Make sure not to miss this square while in Turin. The two baroque churches forming one side of the square are both richly decorated and well worth a visit and there opportunities for shopping and eating within the streets lining the square.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

Situated along Via Roma, one of Turin's central shopping streets (mostly for big chains like Fnac, H&M and Swatch) between the bustling Piazza Castello and Piazza Carlo Felice, Piazza San Carlo is a beautiful, spacious, tranquil oasis in the center of Turin. The buildings surrounding the piazza have arcades like other streets in the old center of Turin so it's... More

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Istanbul, Turkey
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

it's a nice square in the city center with lots of historic cafeterias and many shops. There is a underground parking space. You can walk under the porticoes while shopping so you don't have to worry by rain or sun, depending on the season.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Great spot to indulge in good Italian coffee and find a nibble of freshly prepared aperitivo's. Take a breather, sit back and take in the bustle of Turin.

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