From Turin: Half-Day Medieval Sacra di San Michele Tour

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From Turin: Half-Day Medieval Sacra di San Michele Tour
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Top rated
4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7
4.7 out of 5 stars
80 reviews

Journey to one of the most beautiful abbeys in Europe and discover the inspiration for Umberto Eco's "The Name of the Rose." Enjoy stunning views of the valley and mountains of the Italian Alps from the top of the Sacra di San Michele.

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Duration 4 - 5 hours
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Italian, English, French, German, Russian, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish
Pickup optional
Please wait in your hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
Private or small groups available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Elizabeth – Morocco

A very interesting visit to Sacra di San MIchele, with an excellent guide.

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Elena – Italy

The tour was perfect in terms of price/quality ratio. Everything was efficient and just in time, thanks to the bus driver - he always stimulated us to go and be careful with stops. Tour guide Pierfranco is an absolute professional, calm and knowledgable, told us many legends and stories related to Sacra San Michele. Was very interesting to listen! The only thing I personally would recommend you to take into account for the next excursion days - city events. I went 7th of May and there was a bicycle road race exactly that day and hour when we were driving up to the hill, so the only road to the Sacra was blocked by race, so it took us more time and shorten the time we need to spend inside the church. The rest was just perfect! highly recommend for tourists!

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Highlights

  • Visit the abbey that inspired Umberto Eco's "The Name of the Rose"
  • Discover an iconic symbol of Piedmont
  • Benefit from a private coach transfer from Turin

Full description

Depart Turin and journey to the Sacra di San Michele by private coach, and get ready to experience one of the most beautiful abbeys of the Italian Alps. You can choose either a private or shared experience for this tour.

Famous worldwide as the inspiration for Umberto Eco’s bestselling novel "The Name of the Rose" (and for the film adaptation starring Sean Connery and Christian Slater), the Sacra di San Michele is regarded as one of the most important examples of Romanesque architecture in Europe.

It was founded on the summit of Mount Pirchiriano and overlooks the valley of the Val di Susa with breathtaking views of the Alps. To reach the marble "Doorway of the Zodiac" (Porta dello Zodiaco) visitors must climb 243 steps, but the unique view from the top is worth it.

Discover the whimsical 12th-century "Doorway of the Zodiac" and look closer at its putti (cherubs) pulling at each other’s hair. Marvel at the steep stone staircase known as the "Staircase of the Dead" with its 18-meter high pillar that supports the floor of the church and the tower of the "Bell'Alda." Get an astonishing view of the valley and the "Via Francigena" before the return journey to Turin

Includes

  • Transportation by private coach
  • Guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Food and drinks

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments

Meeting point

Piazza Solferino, in front of Alfieri Theathre

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Important information

Not allowed

  • Pets

Know before you go

  • Please wear comfortable shoes

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 80 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.5/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Elizabeth – MoroccoMay 23, 2024 – Verified booking
A very interesting visit to Sacra di San MIchele, with an excellent guide.
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Elena – ItalyMay 11, 2023 – Verified booking
The tour was perfect in terms of price/quality ratio. Everything was efficient and just in time, thanks to the bus driver - he always stimulated us to go and be careful with stops. Tour guide Pierfranco is an absolute professional, calm and knowledgable, told us many legends and stories related to Sacra San Michele. Was very interesting to listen! The only thing I personally would recommend you to take into account for the next excursion days - city events. I went 7th of May and there was a bicycle road race exactly that day and hour when we were driving up to the hill, so the only road to the Sacra was blocked by race, so it took us more time and shorten the time we need to spend inside the church. The rest was just perfect! highly recommend for tourists!
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Shannon – September 19, 2021 – Verified booking
Great experience. Guide was incredibly knowledgeable. Driver was helpful. Definitely recommend the tour.

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