Q: What area of Turin is the best to live?

Cenisia and Cit Turin Cenisia and Cit Turin are two of Turin's best neighborhoods for living and are frequently chosen by people. The student population is significant due to the presence of Politecnico University. Borgo Po e Tranpollina Another transition tale can be found in Turin's Borgo Po area. From a small and impoverished village to a renowned residential neighborhood. Borgo Po was formerly a small town on the city's outskirts populated by fisherman and washerwomen.It is now one of Turin's most attractive - and expensive - residential areas. It's at the city's eastern outskirts, not far from the center. With the exception of the section closest to the city, the rest of Borgo Po is on a hill and hence not well accessible by public transportation.

Question 1

Is Turin worth living?

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Amazing Aperitivo selection, elegant architecture, cars galore, historic cafés, a complete history of cinema and even cool day trips make Turin a worth living place. If you love chocolates, Turin is ready to welcome you as it is known as the chocolate capital of Italy.

The city has a rich cultural life, with many festivals taking place each year such as the Bienniale d'Arte Contemporanea di Torino (Biennale), which showcases contemporary art from around the world; Open City Festival; International Festival Opera Ballo e Musica; Teatro Regio Torino Summer Festival; Torino Jazz.

Turin is a very good place to live with its friendly and welcoming native inhabitants. It was the first capital of Italy. Turin is also known for its cuisine, especially risotto alla piemontese (risotto with meat sauce).

The city has some great museums, including the Mole Antonelliana, which houses the Egyptian Museum. There's also the Royal Palace of Turin, which is home to many important works of art and furniture. If you're looking for something more modern, there's also an excellent science museum called Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci (National Museum of Science and Technology Leonardo da Vinci).

Question 2

How much money do I need to live in Turin?

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When compared to other Italian cities, living in Turin is pretty cheap (e.g. Milan). Grocery shopping can be cheap because of the city's abundance of supermarkets and street markets ( check out Porta Palazzo). Going out is inexpensive; a great dinner with friends in a piola for €20 with local red wine is possible. Most clubs do not charge an admission fee, and some activities, such as movies, give student discounts.

According to Numbeo, it costs averagely €743.89 without rent for one person on food and transportation, while for a family of four, it costs averagely €2,599.15 without rent. Rent in Turin is, on average, 69.64% lower than other cities in Europe.

If you live near Politecnico, there are dozens of cafès and fast food outlets in addition to the university's canteen (which is quite cheap).

At the end of the day, it truly depends on your lifestyle; it was once a capital, therefore there will be fancy restaurants.

If you're looking for an apartment to rent, expect to pay somewhere between €550 and €750 per month for a a one-bedroom apartment in the City Centre and, cheaper outside the city centre.

Question 3

How is the public transport in Turin?

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With the exception of a few streets in the city center (particularly the Quadrilatero Romano and its shopping districts), the rest of the city is open to traffic, and most landmark attractions are easily accessible by automobile. You can also use public transportation to move around the city. Buses, trams, and subways are examples (metropolitana).

Transportation is also cost effective. In addition to the bus and subway, you may utilize the bike sharing service Tobike for only 25€ per year. Although Turin has excellent public transportation, if you don't do your findings correctly, you could end up spending more time commuting than the average time.

GTT, or Gruppo Torinese Trasporti, is the company in charge of Turin's public transportation. Its network includes a single 13.2-kilometer metro line, nine tram routes, and more than 80 bus lines. The cost of public transportation in Turin is relatively low, and it may easily be factored into your monthly budget.

GTT sells a variety of tickets and travel cards, including:

A typical €1.70 'city ticket' or biglietto city entitles you to 100 minutes of bus and tram travel or one metro journey.

A €4 'daily ticket' entitles you to an unlimited number of journeys throughout the GTT network for one day.

A €17.50'multidaily 7' ticket offers you 7 days of access to the complete GTT network.

Question 4

What area of Turin is the best to live?

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Cenisia and Cit Turin

Cenisia and Cit Turin are two of Turin's best neighborhoods for living and are frequently chosen by people. The student population is significant due to the presence of Politecnico University.

Borgo Po e Tranpollina

Another transition tale can be found in Turin's Borgo Po area. From a small and impoverished village to a renowned residential neighborhood.

Borgo Po was formerly a small town on the city's outskirts populated by fisherman and washerwomen.It is now one of Turin's most attractive - and expensive - residential areas. It's at the city's eastern outskirts, not far from the center.

With the exception of the section closest to the city, the rest of Borgo Po is on a hill and hence not well accessible by public transportation.

Question 5

How safe is Turin?

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Undoubtedly, Turin is a safe city. It's one of the safest cities in Europe, in fact. Turin is also among the top ten most livable cities in Italy—but you probably knew that already.

The crime rate in Turin is low, and it has been declining steadily over the past few years. You should have no concerns about walking around alone at night or staying out until midnight without fear of being mugged or assaulted.

Turin is also considered very safe for renters looking for an affordable place to stay. You'll find friendly locals everywhere you go who want nothing more than for people from other countries (and continents) to enjoy their beautiful city; these people will gladly help out any way they can if trouble arises because they truly want everyone to feel welcomed here with open arms.

Question 6

Can foreigners rent in Turin?

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Yes, foreigners can rent in Turin. If you are planning on renting an apartment in Turin, it’s important to know what your landlord will require from you before signing a lease agreement.

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Question 7

Expert tips for renting in Turin

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In order to protect your interest, you should sign the rental contract first before you move in your new apartment. Do not forget to read through the contract form carefully and ask questions if you aren’t clear about something. You need to understand the clauses about terminating your agreement and notice periods to avoid any kind of penalty charges.

In Turin, tenants' rights are well protected and it is better if you know your rights as a tenant properly. Make sure the property you are renting is allowed to be rented for residential purposes. Otherwise, you may have to struggle to register your residency smoothly.

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