Velodrome Humbert I, Turin

#158 among attractions in Turin

Sport venue, Sport

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Velodrome Humbert I, commonly known in Italian as Velodromo Umberto I, was an early cycling velodrome and, from 1898, a football ground in Turin. The velodrome was named in honour of then King Humbert I of Savoy. During its time in use it was used by several clubs, it was located within the La Crocetta neighbourhood of Turin, within the Corso Re Umberto park near Mauriziano hospital. ()

Local name: Velodromo Umberto I Opened: 1895 (129 years ago)Capacity: 15 thous.Coordinates: 45°3'25"N, 7°39'37"E

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Circoscrizione 1 (Crocetta)Turin Italy

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Velodrome Humbert I – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Pala Alpitour, Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino, Civic Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art, Equestrian monument of Emmanuel Philibert.

1.1 miS
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Pala Alpitour, Turin
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1.3 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Outdoor activities
Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino, Turin
33 min walk • The Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino is a renowned sports venue situated in the vibrant city of Turin, Italy. With a seating capacity of over 27,000 spectators, it serves as a testament to Italy's deep-rooted passion for football.
0.7 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Civic Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art, Turin
18 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Turin, Italy, the Civic Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art, commonly known as GAM Torino, is a premier destination for art enthusiasts and culture seekers. This prestigious museum, dedicated to modern and contemporary art, boasts an...
1.3 miNE
Baroque architecture, Monuments and statues
Equestrian monument of Emmanuel Philibert, Turin
34 min walk • Standing proudly in the heart of Turin, Italy, the equestrian monument of Emmanuel Philibert is a testament to the city's rich historical tapestry. Cast in bronze, this imposing statue honors the Duke of Savoy, Emmanuel Philibert, also known as "Iron Head," who played...
0.9 miN
Palace, Architecture
Torre Intesa Sanpaolo, Turin
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1.2 miSE
Museum, Specialty museum
Centro Storico Fiat, Turin
32 min walk • The Fiat Mephistopheles is a one-off racing car created by Ernest A.D. Eldridge in 1923 by combining a Fiat racing car chassis and Fiat aeroplane engine. The name is from the demon of the same name. The name alluded to the infernal noise emitted from the unmuffled engine, and it was "baptised" by the Frenchmen.
1.3 miNE
Baroque architecture, Church
San Carlo Borromeo, Turin
33 min walk • San Carlo Borromeo or San Carlo is a Baroque style, Roman Catholic church located in Turin, region of Piedmont, Italy. It mirrors the adjacent church of Santa Cristina and faces the Piazza San Carlo. The arrangement recalls the twin churches of Santa Maria dei Miracoli and Santa Maria in Montesanto facing the Piazza del Popolo in Rome.
1.1 miNE
Church
Chiesa della Visitazione, Turin
30 min walk • The Church of the Visitation is a 17th-century Roman Catholic church, attached to a monastery, located on Via XX Settembre #23 in central Turin, region of Piedmont, Italy.
1.1 miSE
Museum, Specialty museum, Science museum
Museum of Human Anatomy Luigi Rolando, Turin
29 min walk • The Museum of Human Anatomy Luigi Rolando is a museum of human anatomy that was founded in 1739 with headquarters in Torino, Italy. It is part of the museum network of the University of Turin and moved to its current location in the Building of the Anatomical Institutes in 1898.
1 miNE
Square
Piazza Carlo Felice, Turin
26 min walk • Piazza Carlo Felice is a city square in Turin, Italy.
1.3 miNE
Baroque architecture, Church, Filippo Juvarra
Santa Teresa, Turin
33 min walk • The Church of Saint Teresa of Ávila is a Baroque-style church located on Via Santa Teresa, near Piazza San Carlo in Turin, Italy.

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Which popular attractions are close to Velodrome Humbert I?

Nearby attractions include Officine Grandi Riparazioni, Turin (17 min walk), Civic Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art, Turin (18 min walk), Torre Intesa Sanpaolo, Turin (23 min walk), Fondazione Merz, Turin (24 min walk).

How to get to Velodrome Humbert I by public transport?

The nearest stations to Velodrome Humbert I:

Tram

Vespucci • Lines: 10 (2 min walk)
Duca Abruzzi • Lines: 15, 16 (6 min walk)

Bus

Vespucci • Lines: 10, 11, 12, 58/ (2 min walk)
Duca Abruzzi • Lines: 58/ (4 min walk)

Metro

Vinzaglio • Lines: M1 (20 min walk)
Nizza • Lines: M1 (21 min walk)

Train

Torino Porta Nuova (23 min walk)
Torino Porta Susa (27 min walk)