Porta Nuova, Intermodal train station in Turin, Italy
Porta Nuova is the main train station in Turin, with 20 tracks spread across a building that has three levels connected by a large arched hall. The ground floor holds ticket counters, shops, a lounge for frequent travelers called Freccia Club, and an assistance desk for travelers with disabilities.
The station was built from 1861 under engineer Alessandro Mazzucchetti and opened in 1864, shortly after Italian unification. It was expanded several times during the 20th century, including for the 1911 Universal Exposition, and again in 1940 with new sections and a reinforced concrete roof.
A metro stop sits directly beneath the station, and several bus and tram lines stop right in front, making connections to the rest of the city straightforward. Shared bikes, electric scooters, and car rentals are also available nearby for onward travel.
During recent renovations, tactile floor guides and maps were installed throughout the station to help visually impaired travelers move around on their own. At the same time, the main hall was redesigned to include a central open area that now works as a kind of indoor public square.
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