Royal Tales
The Savoy Table Royal Palace and Court “Merenda”
The tour
A refined itinerary dedicated to the flavours of the Savoy court, among elegant royal halls, historic gardens, and the great gastronomic traditions of Piedmont born at the royal table.
Departing from Turin, a guided visit begins at the magnificent Royal Palace of Turin, the heart of the Savoy monarchy and a symbol of the former first capital of Italy. You will discover the splendid frescoed state rooms of the noble floor, from the Royal Armoury to the evocative Chapel of the Holy Shroud, as well as its elegant gardens, while uncovering curiosities, rituals, and anecdotes linked to daily court life and the ancient culinary traditions of the House of Savoy.
- Discover the Culinary Secrets of the Savoy Court
- Explore the Magnificent Royal Palace of Turin
- Step Into the World of Royal Banquets and Court Life
- Indulge in an Authentic Merenda Reale
- A Journey Through History, Art and Flavour
From the lavish banquets of official receptions to the refined gastronomic habits of the royal family, the itinerary tells the story of recipes, drinks, and rituals that made Turin one of the historic capitals of Italian taste.
The experience continues with a delicious break at the historic Royal Café, where you will enjoy the traditional Savoy Merenda Reale: hot chocolate, Bicerin, and traditional Piedmontese sweets served in an elegant, timeless atmosphere right next to the Royal Gardens.
A journey through history, art, and gastronomy to experience the most refined and convivial side of Savoy Turin.
Tours organized as part of the project "Savoy Royal Residences: A Kingdom to Discover", funded by the Italian Ministry of Tourism, in collaboration with Turismo Torino e Provincia.
The tour is bilingual ITA/ENG or ITA/FRA depending on requests.
Child price is for children under 18.
Practical information
Un percorso intrigante e curioso tra volti inquietanti, enigmi massonici e simboli esoterici prende vita attraverso il mistero del Portone del Diavolo, gli spettrali dragoni, la leggenda delle grotte alchemiche, per culminare nella donna velata che regge il calice del Sacro Graal, sotto l’occhio attento dei fantasmi più famosi.
Su richiesta, il sabato sera il tour è disponibile anche in inglese (senza supplemento) oppure in francese, tedesco, spagnolo, russo o giapponese (con supplemento di € 120,00 per il servizio guida).
Meeting point
Corso Bolzano, 44
Corso Bolzano 44, Torino
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