Easter 2026: Record Crowds at Turin Museums, from the Mole to Reggia di

Turin museums: attendance and highlights over the Easter weekend

During the Easter long weekend, Turin confirmed its cultural appeal with major museums experiencing heavy visitor traffic, frequent sell-outs for online tickets and queues at several landmark venues.

Key attendance figures

• National Cinema Museum: around 11,500 visitors between April 4–6; many time slots sold out online.
• Royal Museums of Turin: about 25,772 admissions over the long weekend, including more than 9,000 free entries on Easter Sunday thanks to the #domenicalmuseo initiative; the Royal Gardens saw over 8,300 visits.
• Egyptian Museum: approximately 26,317 visitors from April 3–6, with peak days early in the weekend.
• National Automobile Museum (Mauto): roughly 8,323 visitors, plus 810 at the Centro Storico Fiat (total ~9,133); several automotive-themed exhibitions drew families and enthusiasts.
• Reggia di Venaria: over 31,000 paying visitors between April 3–6, with a peak of about 9,049 on April 4; in the last 20 days the Reggia recorded more than 192,000 visitors.

Exhibitions and initiatives to see

Highlighted shows include the major Orson Welles exhibition at the National Cinema Museum and the "Manifesti d'artista" display, still open for a limited time. The Reggia di Venaria is also presenting new projects such as "Regine in scena" alongside biodiversity-focused events.

Practical tips for visitors

• Buy tickets in advance: many time slots sell out; online booking shortens waiting times.
• Visit early or late: avoid peak afternoon queues by choosing mornings or later time slots.
• Check opening hours: holiday schedules can differ; verify details on official museum websites.
• Book family activities: guided tours and workshops enhance the visit but often require reservations.
• Plan combined visits: several sites are close to each other — creating a one-day itinerary is practical with short breaks in between.

The Easter weekend figures underline growing interest in Turin’s cultural offer: permanent collections, major exhibitions and free initiatives have attracted a wide audience. For a smoother experience, visitors are advised to book ahead and check each museum’s latest notices before arriving.