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Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Sight4.7 · 111 8444.5 · 30 437≈ 45 minFree entry160 m from the center
One of Europe's oldest glass-vaulted shopping arcades, linking Piazza del Duomo to La Scala theater. Built in the 1860s, it boasts an imposing triumphal arch, a cross-shaped glass-and-iron dome, and intricate marble mosaic floors. Home to luxury fashion houses and historic cafes, it also hosts the famous bull mosaic where visitors spin on their heel for good luck.
Highlights
- Glass and wrought-iron central cupola
- Famous Turin bull floor mosaic for good luck
- Historic cafes and Italian designer boutiques
Opening hours
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