Banks: 08:30 to 13:30 and 15:00 to 16:30, Monday to Friday.
Post Offices: 08:30 to 17:00, Monday to Friday; 08:30 to 13:00, Saturday.
Government Offices: 08:00 to 13:00 and 15:00 to 19:00, Monday to Friday
Business Centres: 08:00 to 13:00 and 15:00 to 19:00, Monday to Friday 
Shops: 09:00 to 13:00 and 15:00 to 19:30, Monday to Saturday

Turin is generally a safe city to visit and most trips will be unproblematic. However, it is always important to use common sense and keep hold of you belongings as there are opportunist thieves around who will take advantage of anything left unattended. Most of the city is safe to walk around, although you should take care when walking along the Po River and Porta Palazzo as gypsy children beg in this area. While they’re not threatening, they can be persistent.

220V, 50Hz; two-pronged round pinned plugs.

If you are unfortunate enough to need medical assistance while in Turin, the city is home to a number of good hospitals. If you are from a European Union country, you should make sure that you carry your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) which enables you to receive free emergency treatment. All other travellers should ensure they have medical insurance. If your condition is not serious, you should visit one of the pharmacies located across the city.

Emergency services: 112 
Amedeo Di Savoia's Hospital: +39 11 43 93 111

The family lies at the heart of social structure in Italy. Every social relationship branches out from the family, which provides financial and emotional support. Appearances are important to Italians, as the way you dress will determine your social standing and your background. First impressions are also considered important so you will want to make sure you impress on your fist meeting with someone. Greetings, while enthusiastic, are formal with a handshake and eye contact standard.

When conducting business in Turin, you need to make an appointment in advance. Italians prefer to do business with people they know so it is important to build relationships first. Dining out is an important part of Italian culture and occasions are usually formal. Wait until the host has begun eating before you do and never talk with your mouth full. Wine is almost always served with dinner and if you do not want a refill, be sure to leave you glass almost full.

If you are an EU national, you will not need a visa to enter Italy. If you are from a country outside of the EU, however, you will need a tourist visa which should be obtained from an Italian embassy before your arrival in the country.