Free museum day in Turin: Sunday 3 May 2026 — list, hours and access

Free museum day in Turin — Sunday 3 May 2026

On Sunday 3 May 2026 Turin takes part in the monthly free-museum initiative: several state museums and historic sites open their doors without charge. It's a convenient chance to explore palaces, chapels and castles, from permanent collections to temporary exhibitions.

Participating museums and monuments (approx. opening times)

• Palazzo Reale: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM (ticket office closes at 6:00 PM)
• Armeria Reale: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM (ticket office closes at 6:00 PM)
• Cappella della Sindone: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM (ticket office closes at 6:00 PM)
• Galleria Sabauda: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM (ticket office closes at 6:00 PM)
• Museo di Antichità: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM (ticket office closes at 6:00 PM)
• Gallerie d'Italia – Torino: 9:30 AM - 7:30 PM (last admission 6:00 PM)
• Villa della Regina: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM (last admission 5:00 PM)
• Palazzo Carignano: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (last admission 5:00 PM)
• Castello di Agliè: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (last admission 12:00 PM) and 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM (last admission 6:00 PM)
• Castello Reale di Racconigi: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM (last admission 6:00 PM)

Access rules and reservations

Musei Reali access (Palazzo Reale, Armeria Reale, Cappella della Sindone, Museo di Antichità and Galleria Sabauda): free admission tickets are distributed at the museums' ticket offices on the day, until they are exhausted. No online booking is required for these free tickets.

Palazzo Carignano requires booking the free ticket for self-guided visits via the official booking channels. For Villa della Regina, Castello di Agliè and Castello di Racconigi booking is not always mandatory but is strongly recommended; check the official sites for reservations and updates.

Opening times may change: before you go, consult the official pages of each museum to confirm hours, possible access limits and route details.

Practical details

• When: 3 May 2026
• Typical hours: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (varies by site)
• Where: Turin and nearby sites listed above
• Price: free

To make the most of the day, arrive early, check capacity limits and book where suggested. Enjoy your visit!