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Quadrilatero Romano
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Quadrilatero Romano

Getting around: Just northwest of Piazza Castello in central Turin, fully walkable.
Hours: Open at all times as a public district; shops and bars generally operate standard hours, with the nightlife scene busiest in the evening.

The Quadrilatero Romano is Turin's oldest district, laid out along the original Roman street grid of the ancient city of Augusta Taurinorum, its narrow rectangular blocks still visible in the modern street pattern. It's now one of Turin's liveliest neighborhoods for dining, aperitivo, and nightlife.

By day the district has a mix of small shops, markets, and quiet residential streets reflecting its historic layout, while by night its bars and restaurants, particularly around Piazza Emanuele Filiberto, draw large crowds for Turin's aperitivo culture.

It's an easy add-on to a visit to Piazza Castello given its central, adjacent location, and worth returning to in the evening if you're staying in Turin more than a day.

Quadrilatero Romano FAQs

Why is it called 'Romano'?

The district preserves the rectangular street grid of the original Roman city of Augusta Taurinorum, still visible in the modern layout.

What's the best time to visit?

Evening, for the district's lively aperitivo and dining scene, particularly around Piazza Emanuele Filiberto.

Is it near Piazza Castello?

Yes, it's directly adjacent, an easy walk.

Is there a market here?

Yes, along with shops and bars, some sections have small daytime markets.

Is it good for a daytime visit too?

Yes, though it has a quieter, more residential character by day compared to its evening nightlife scene.

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