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The World’s 100 Best Parks

Parco del Valentino

Turin, Italy

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST PARKS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 78 2026
Parco del Valentino

Large, wooded city park stretching along the banks of the Po River near Turin's centre, with tree-lined avenues, lawns, flower beds and small waterfalls. People walk, run, cycle, picnic, row on the river and feed peanuts to the squirrels.

Highlights

  • Castello del Valentino
  • Borgo Medievale
  • Fountain of the Twelve Months

Good to know

  • Bike and rickshaw hire available
  • Kiosks and cafes along the main walk
  • Restoration work closes some areas

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