Cultural / Cross Curricular Trip to Milan & Turin

About this trip

A school trip to Milan and Turin offers students an exciting opportunity to experience Italian culture, history, art, architecture, design and industry first-hand. From exploring Milan’s world-famous landmarks and creative districts to discovering Turin’s rich royal heritage, museums and automotive history, students can connect classroom learning with real-world experiences across a wide range of subjects, while developing their understanding of Italian culture and life.

Sample Itinerary

Day 1 Find out more

Coach transfer
Galleria V.E. II & Quadrilatero della Moda
Hotel check-in and dinner

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Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci
Fondazione Prada

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Check out, transfer Milan → Turin
Lingotto + Pista 500

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MAUTO — Museo dell’Automobile
Infini.to – Planetario di Torino

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Free time in Turin centre
Coach transfer to airport

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Excursion Ideas

Guided Tour of Turin Find out more

Guided Tour of Turin

What you’ll experience: Discover Turin’s fascinating history and culture on a guided city tour, taking in iconic landmarks such as Piazza Castello, Palazzo Madama, Royal Palace of Turin, Mole Antonelliana. Lasts about 2 hours.

Lingotto + Pista 500 Find out more

Lingotto + Pista 500

What you’ll experience: Former FIAT Lingotto factory complex and rooftop Pista 500 track; links to industrial design, automotive heritage, architecture and engineering.

MAUTO (Museo Nazionale dell’Automobile) Find out more

MAUTO (Museo Nazionale dell’Automobile)

What you’ll experience: Guided visit focused on automotive design, engineering and innovation.

Museo Egizio Find out more

Museo Egizio

What you’ll experience: Ancient Egyptian collection; suitable for history, archaeology and visual culture links.

Museo A Come Ambiente (MAcA) Find out more

Museo A Come Ambiente (MAcA)

What you’ll experience: Workshops and labs, alternative more suitable for younger pupils.

OGR Torino Find out more

OGR Torino

What you’ll experience: Innovation hub visit; startup, technology and creative industry focus.

Lavazza Museum Find out more

Lavazza Museum

What you’ll experience: Museum visit exploring Lavazza’s brand history, coffee production and marketing.

Infini.to – Planetario di Torino Find out more

Infini.to – Planetario di Torino

What you’ll experience: Planetarium and astronomy museum; guided visit and show options.

Museo Regionale di Scienze Naturali Find out more

Museo Regionale di Scienze Naturali

What you’ll experience: Natural history museum with biology, geology and environmental science links.

Museo del Novecento Find out more

Museo del Novecento

What you’ll experience: 20th-century Italian art and design context; useful for visual research.

Fondazione Prada Find out more

Fondazione Prada

What you’ll experience: Contemporary art and design foundation exploring innovative materials, architecture, visual culture and creative experimentation; suitable for Art & Design, Photography and Visual Arts students.

Museo Poldi Pezzoli Find out more

Museo Poldi Pezzoli

What you’ll experience: Historic house museum featuring decorative arts, costume, textiles, furniture and fine art collections; useful for visual research, historical context and design inspiration.

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II & Quadrilatero della Moda Find out more

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II & Quadrilatero della Moda

What you’ll experience: Students can explore Milan’s iconic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and Quadrilatero della Moda, gaining inspiration from historic architecture, luxury fashion and innovative window displays while studying design, branding, textiles and the influence of Milan as a global fashion capital.

Armani / Silos Find out more

Armani / Silos

What you’ll experience: Fashion archive and exhibition space focused on Armani’s design process and textiles.

Accommodation Options

Meininger Milano Garibaldi Find out more

Meininger Milano Garibaldi

MEININGER Milano Garibaldi - Dinning room

MEININGER Milano Garibaldi - Dinning buffet

Our Rating:

Capacity: 268

Location: Privata Giovanni Calvino

What you’ll experience: A modern, budget-friendly hotel and hostel located close to Garibaldi Station, offering excellent public transport links for exploring Milan. With 80 rooms and 268 beds, the property is well suited to school and group travel, with en-suite rooms, free Wi-Fi, breakfast facilities and a relaxed communal atmosphere.

B&B Hotel Torino President Find out more

B&B Hotel Torino President

B&B Hotel Torino President - Bathroom & toilet

B&B Hotel Torino President - Dinning room

B&B Hotel Torino President - Seating area

B&B Hotel Torino President - Outdoor area

Our Rating:

Capacity: 156

Location: Antonio Cecchi

What you’ll experience: The hotel is located approximately 2km from the centre of Turin, with convenient bus links directly outside the hotel. The hotel offers 72 rooms, including family and connecting rooms, as well as free Wi-Fi, private bathrooms, air conditioning and a buffet breakfast, making it a practical option for school and group stays.

Novotel Torino Corso Giulio Cesare Find out more

Novotel Torino Corso Giulio Cesare

Novotel Torino Corso Giulio Cesare - Bedroom

Novotel Torino Corso Giulio Cesare - Bathroom

Novotel Torino Corso Giulio Cesare - Breakfast

Novotel Torino Corso Giulio Cesare - Outside dinning

Our Rating:

Capacity: 162

Location: Corso Giulio Cesare

What you’ll experience: The hotel is located close to Turin city centre, with convenient public transport links just a short walk from the hotel. The property offers spacious rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, restaurant, bar, private parking and family rooms, making it a comfortable and practical choice for school groups visiting Turin.

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