Parco del Valentino, Public garden in Turin, Italy
Parco del Valentino is a public garden in Turin, Italy, that stretches along the western bank of the Po and is crossed by tree-lined pathways and geometric flower beds. A botanical area displays over 4,000 plant species in themed sections, including alpine plants and medicinal herbs.
The grounds served as hunting territory for the House of Savoy from 1630 and were transformed into a public space in 1856 during the urban redesign of Turin. The opening as a park marked the beginning of modern green space planning in the city.
The medieval hamlet inside the garden recreates a 15th-century Piedmontese village with fortress buildings and craft workshops. The structures were built in 1884 for an exhibition and served as a model for regional historic architecture.
The botanical area opens from April to October and allows visitors to explore plant collections in themed sections. The tree-lined paths provide shade during warm weather and the grounds are suitable for walks along the river.
The Fountain of Twelve Months features statues for each calendar month and stands at the spot where, according to mythology, Phaethon fell from Apollo's chariot. The sculptures connect Roman divine lore with seasonal allegories in a single water feature.
Location: Turin
Inception: 1856
Website: http://comune.torino.it/verdepubblico/parco-del-valentino
GPS coordinates: 45.05400,7.68600
Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:23
Turin sits along the Po River with hills rising on the horizon. The city combines Roman remains, baroque palaces, neoclassical churches and 20th-century buildings. Wide streets cross the center, arcades provide shade and shops line the sidewalks. Parks stretch along the riverbanks while basilicas and viewpoints occupy the hills above. The Mole Antonelliana rises above the rooftops and now houses a museum. Piazza San Carlo and Piazza Castello are large open squares lined with cafés and historic facades. Valentino Park follows the river with paths, gardens and Castello del Valentino. The Palatine Towers show Roman walls, while Palazzo Madama blends medieval and baroque elements. The Royal Theatre and the Cathedral of San Giovanni Battista stand near the narrow lanes of the Quadrilatero Romano, where markets and small shops fill the streets. Via Roma connects shopping districts to Porta Nuova railway station. Mercato di Porta Palazzo is a large market with stalls full of food and everyday goods.
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