Torino Card vs Torino+Piemonte Card: What's the Difference? (2026)

Torino Card and Torino+Piemonte Card explained: what each covers, prices, and which one you should buy for your trip to Turin and Piedmont.

7/19/20262 min read

Short answer: Today there is effectively one official product, sold under two names — "Torino Card" and "Torino+Piemonte Card." Both give you free entry to around 80 museums, castles, and Royal Residences in Turin and the wider Piedmont region, plus discounts on transport and tours. The name you'll see depends on where you buy it, but the benefits are the same: free museum entry, discounted attractions, and one free child under 12 per paying adult.

Key Takeaways

"Torino Card" and "Torino+Piemonte Card" refer to the same museum pass system — not two competing products.
Both cover roughly 80 sites: Egyptian Museum, Royal Museums, Venaria Reale, Stupinigi, Racconigi, and more.
Cards come in 1, 2, 3, and 5-day versions; the 1-day version caps you at 3 free museum entries.
Children under 12 accompanying a paying adult get free entry with any version.
Public transport (bus/tram/metro) is a separate discounted add-on, not included by default.

Where the confusion comes from

The card was originally branded simply "Torino Card." As the benefit list expanded to include Piedmont region sites outside Turin — such as the Reggia di Venaria Reale and Racconigi Castle — the official name shifted to "Torino+Piemonte Card" to reflect that broader coverage. You'll still see both names used interchangeably across booking sites, hotel desks, and search results, but functionally they are the same pass.

What both versions include

Free admission to Turin's major museums (Egyptian Museum, Royal Museums, National Cinema Museum inside the Mole Antonelliana)
Free or discounted entry to Piedmont castles and Royal Residences
Discounts on the Mole Antonelliana panoramic lift, the Sassi–Superga tramway, and the Venaria Express shuttle
One child under 12 admitted free per adult cardholder at venues where the card grants free entry

What's not included

Public transport within Turin (bus, tram, metro) is not bundled into the card price. Cardholders can buy a discounted multi-day GTT transport ticket separately, generally at an official Turismo Torino tourist office. See our Turin public transport guide for details.

Which duration should you choose?

If you're only in town for a day, the 1-day card is cost-effective but limits you to three free museum entries — plan your route in advance. If you want to add a Piedmont day trip (Venaria Reale or Stupinigi), a 2- or 3-day card gives more breathing room. For full pricing, see our 2026 Torino Card price guide.

FAQ

Is the Torino+Piemonte Card the same as the Torino Card? Yes. They are the same pass; "Torino+Piemonte Card" is the current official name reflecting that benefits extend beyond the city of Turin into the Piedmont region.

Does the card include public transport? No, transport is a separate discounted ticket you can purchase alongside the card at an official tourist office.

Can I buy the card online and use it immediately? Yes — digital cards are delivered as a QR code straight to your phone, and validity starts only when you first scan it at a venue.

Do children need their own card? No. One child under 12 is admitted free per paying adult cardholder at participating venues.