Compare Hotels Near Galleria Civica d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea

The Galleria Civica D'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea (GAM) is a contemporary art gallery on Via Magenta, a 15-minute walk from Turin’s Centro district. The gallery’s sleek, modern space hosts both permanent and temporary exhibitions, and has an extensive art library, a book shop and a photo archive.

Hotels near Galleria Civica D'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea

There is an extensive range of Turin hotels near Galleria Civica D'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, from cheap hostels and guesthouses to luxury five-star properties. Stay in a hotel in the Centro or Crocetta districts and you'll be within a short walking distance of the gallery, plus many other Turin attractions like the Egyptian Museum and the Museum of the Holy Shroud in Turin Cathedral.

What to See in the Galleria Civica D'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea

Turin was the first Italian city to have a public collection of modern art. Galleria Civica D'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea has been around since the 19th Century, although its collection and home have both changed over the years. Today the gallery features important artworks by Paul Klee, Marx Ernst and Paolini, as well as many of Italy's up-and-coming artists.

Visiting the Gallery

Galleria Civica D'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea is open every day except Monday. If you’re coming by public transport, the nearest subway station is Vinzaglio – but you can also reach the gallery from Porta Nuova transport hub, which is just a 10-minute stroll away. Porta Nuova also offers high-speed links to other major Italian cities.

Dining Out in Turin

After spending the afternoon at the Galleria Civica D'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, head to the buzzing Piazza Castello or Piazza San Carlo and relax in one of their 19th-century coffee shops. Then head out to sample fine Piedmontese cuisine in one of the traditional trattorias dotted throughout the city's historic centre.

If you’re keen on contemporary art and design, Galleria Civica D'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea is likely to be one your city highlights. Choose a Turin hotel near the gallery and you’ll be able to visit its collections as often as you like.