Palazzina di Stupinigi: Hunting Lodge Guide for Tourists

The Palazzina di Caccia di Stupinigi is a Baroque masterpiece near Turin, included with the Torino+Piemonte Card. Here's how to visit and what to see.

7/19/20262 min read

The Palazzina di Caccia di Stupinigi is a star-shaped Baroque hunting lodge built for the House of Savoy, located about 10 km southwest of central Turin. It's included in the Torino+Piemonte Card's free-entry circuit and makes an easy half-day trip, especially combined with public transport.

Key Takeaways

A UNESCO-listed Baroque hunting lodge with a distinctive star-shaped layout.
Includes lavish frescoed interiors and a Museum of Art and Furnishing.
Free entry with the Torino+Piemonte Card.
About 10 km / 20–30 minutes from central Turin.
Allow 1.5–2.5 hours for the visit.

Why visit Stupinigi

Designed in the early 18th century, the Palazzina di Stupinigi was built as a hunting lodge and later served as a venue for royal celebrations. Its central hall, topped with a bronze stag sculpture, and its richly decorated apartments make it one of the finest examples of Piedmontese Baroque architecture. Today it also houses a museum of period furniture and decorative arts.

Getting there from Turin

Stupinigi is reachable by regional bus or, for drivers, a short 20-minute drive from the city center. It's more compact than Venaria Reale, making it easier to combine with another activity on the same day — see our top 5 Piedmont castles roundup for how it compares to other regional sites.

Using your card here

Show your QR code at the entrance for free admission to the palazzina and its museum. Because the site is smaller in scale than Venaria Reale, it's realistic to combine with a second, shorter stop on the same day if you have a car or are comfortable with regional transit connections.

Tips for visiting

Check the surrounding park hours separately, as the grounds sometimes keep different hours from the interior museum.
Look up at the central dome — the bronze stag sculpture atop it is one of the site's signature details.
Combine with Racconigi if you have a full day and a car, since both are former Savoy residences with distinct architectural styles — see our Racconigi guide.

FAQ

How far is Stupinigi from central Turin? About 10 km, roughly a 20–30 minute trip by car or regional bus.

How long does a visit take? Around 1.5 to 2.5 hours for the interior and museum; add more time if you plan to walk the surrounding park.

Is Stupinigi included in every Torino+Piemonte Card duration? Yes, though on the 1-day card it would count toward your capped three free entries — plan accordingly.

Is Stupinigi part of the same UNESCO listing as Venaria Reale? Yes, both are included in the "Residences of the Royal House of Savoy" UNESCO World Heritage Site.