The Valentino Castle, the historic seat of the Politecnico di Torino since its foundation, is utilized every day by students, teachers and staff of the Department of Architecture and Design and the Department of Science, Policy and Planning of the Territory.

The PoliTo Community opens its doors to the public on Saturday mornings with free guided tours that last one hour and include a visit to the rooms on the main floor, the Hall of Columns and the Chapel on the ground floor.

Visits can only take place in accompanied groups and reservations must be made in accordance with the procedures below.

Tours are exclusively commented by experts in architectural history from the PoliTo Community, who will explain the main historical, artistic and institutional aspects of the castle.

VISITOR RULES

All visitors will be subject to security checks on entry.

Visitors are not allowed to:

• Bring suitcases, trolleys, bags, rucksacks, plastic or glass bottles, cans, umbrellas, sharp, cutting or blunt objects (no checkroom service); 
• Leave the designated paths;
• Touch furnishings and art works;
• Smoke (including electronic cigarettes).

You may enter the main floor with your dog or other small pet in a hand carried or backpack carrier.

Prams and pushchairs are allowed. 

Minors must always be accompanied by an adult who takes full responsibility throughout the visit.

General directions on signs must be followed.

Photography is permitted for personal, non-commercial use.

Access for people with disabilities

To ensure an accessible visit for all, please advise of any specific disability requirements on arrival at the Castle before the start of the tour.

During the tour, lifts and other appropriate means to overcome architectural barriers can be used.

Crossing the courtyard may be difficult for wheelchair users due to the presence of cobblestones. Alternative access to the main floor will be provided.

Maquettes and tactile boards for the visually impaired and blind are available on request.

Closing dates

As the seat of the Politecnico di Torino, the Valentino Castle follows the University’s calendar of closures. The Castle is normally closed during the Christmas and Easter holidays, 24 June (the day of the patron saint of the city of Turin), the middle two weeks of August and national holidays.