The Cultural Olympiad in Turin, Italy

Besides the sporting events held during the Torino Winter Olympics this February, there will be a number of cultural events. The Cultural Olympiad will include performing arts events and exhibitions. There will be plays, dance performances, and concerts. The History and Society Exhibitions, ongoing through spring, emphasize the historical, cultural, religious, and economic resources of the Piedmont region.

Visitors to Turin can purchase a special Torino Card Cultural Olympiad, offering free admission to over 140 museums and sites, several forms of free transportation, and discounts to Cultural Olympiad events and guided tours. The cards are well worth the price. Get details in our Torino 2006 Winter Olympics Resources. What is there to see in Turin? Check the attractions listed in our Turin Travel Profile for some suggestions.