Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino Sports Fan Tips

Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino is a venue in or near Turin that is most often used for Soccer

Safety at Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino?

As most big clubs do, Torino offer the chance to take a tour and walk in the steps of famous players! On the tours, that run between 10am-6pm daily (though not on match days) you will get go behind the scenes and take in sights such as the media rooms and the changing areas themselves as well as some other surprises! Tickets start at €14 and gain you access to the museum!

Best Food and Drink at Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino?

It isn't really in Italian culture to go to the football grounds and gorge themselves on food and drink – like elsewhere on the continent. As such, you can buy some small sandwiches and some small drinks at the stadium, though you will want to wait till before or after the game to have your lunch/dinner.

Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino seating?

Ticket prices and seating can differ enormously dependant on where you want to see the game from! If you are after the most passionate and rowdy fans – then the North Stand is the place for you! There are Ultra fan groups here that make the atmosphere electric every game. This might not be everyone's cup of tea though, especially if you are watching the game with children! The Main Stand has some of the best views in the house, although there is still a fair amount of distance between the stands and the pitch – both of these stands run the length of the pitch and as such you can probably expect to pay at least €40 a ticket though don't be surprised if you see prices of €100 for the bigger games!

What to expect from the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino crowd?

Tired of being constantly overshadowed by their noisy neighbours, Juventus. The 'other' Turin club more than crank up the volume on a match day, to intimidate their visitors! The famous Ultra groups dominate the Northern Stand and make the match worth going to just for the spectacle.

Best Insider tip at Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino?

If you have arrived in Turin without a ticket then you buy the tickets online through Viagogo. Or you can visit the club store and buy your tickets directly. There is a list of approved retailers around the city that can be found here - http://torinofc.it/biglietteria/punti-vendita

Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino parking?

If you are coming in from out of town – chances are you will come into Porta Nuova, one of Turin's busiest stations. From here you can catch bus number 11 to near the stadium, remember to get off at Santa Rita Sud which will then leave you with a 10-minute walk to the ground. Otherwise you could hop on the tram, the Number 10 runs to the west of the stadium and stops at Fermata 389 – Sebastopoli and Fermata 391 – again just a short walk to the stadium.

Best restaurants near Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino?

If you do decide to wait until after the game, there are a lot of fantastic restaurants as well as some spectacular sandwich shops! The staff at Accademia Del Panino have perfected the art of sandwich making and will work with you to create your perfect lunch! If you have gotten a bit tired of the traditional Italian cuisine – then Kensho offers something different. One of the top restaurants in town – Kensho is a Japanese place with some fantastic Sushi as well as a degustation menu if you can't make up your mind. If you are in need of a pick me up – head to Bar Pino after dinner for some of the best coffee in the city!

Best Bars near Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino?

There are plenty of bars and restaurants near the stadium that do get fairly busy on match days! Bar Derby's does its best to replicate the great atmospheres that some great pubs do, but doesn't really succeed. If you are after a more raucous atmosphere, you should head to The Old Monk or the Dorian Grey. All'Oca Di Pulcinella is actually the name of another popular choice with great atmosphere, as well as good pizza!