Turin Eye, Hot air balloon attraction in Borgo Dora, Turin, Italy
Turin Eye is a hot air balloon ride in the Borgo Dora district that carries visitors in a secured basket up to 150 meters high. From this altitude, the view stretches across the entire metropolitan area and surrounding regions.
Established in 2009, this observation platform introduced a new way to see the city from an elevated perspective above the historic Borgo Dora area. It brought an innovative experience that changed how visitors could explore the urban landscape.
The balloon ride reveals Turin's urban layout with its Roman grid pattern and shows how the city relates to the surrounding mountains. From above, visitors discover the relationship between the built environment and natural landscape in a fresh way.
The balloon operates year-round with scheduled flights during daylight hours, though service depends on weather and wind conditions for safety reasons. Visitors should plan flexibly, as unfavorable conditions may result in cancellations or rescheduling.
On clear days, observers at the highest point can spot the Monviso peak and the Cottian Alps far beyond the city boundaries. These distant mountain ranges offer a surprising view of Turin's location in relation to the broader Alpine region.
Location: Turin
Address: Giardino Cardinale Michele Pellegrino, Via Borgo Dora, 10152 Torino TO
GPS coordinates: 45.08123,7.68478
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:07
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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