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Parking in blue zones in Turin

Want to park in the Municipality of Turin? Find out the cost and how to pay.

How parking in blue zones works in Turin

Le strisce blu a Torino indicano le aree di sosta regolamentata in cui il parcheggio è a pagamento nelle fasce orarie stabilite dal Comune. La gestione operativa è affidata a GTT (Gruppo Torinese Trasporti), che definisce tariffe, orari, modalità di pagamento e suddivisione delle zone di sosta.

Le aree sono facilmente riconoscibili grazie alle strisce blu sull’asfalto e alla segnaletica verticale, che riporta le informazioni su tariffa oraria, validità, durata massima della sosta ed eventuali limitazioni.

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How to pay for blue parking zones in Turin

In Turin, it's possible to pay for blue parking zones in different ways: through GTT parking meters, through official apps and partner apps, or with Telepass, which allows you to manage parking from your smartphone without the need for paper tickets. The rate remains the same, but digital methods make management faster and more convenient.

GTT parking meters: how they work

The parking meters installed by GTT are present in all the main paid parking zones of the city and allow you to pay for parking in various ways:

  • Coins, purchasing a paper ticket to be displayed on the dashboard.
  • Bank cards, through the contactless POS integrated in the parking meter.
  • Vouchers and prepaid codes, available at authorized retailers.

Display of paper ticket:

  • If you pay with coins, cards or vouchers, the paper ticket must be displayed on the dashboard in a clearly visible manner.
  • In some areas, parking meters also record the license plate number, but displaying the ticket is still recommended unless otherwise indicated on the receipt or sign.

Official GTT app: SostApp

  • Allows you to start parking by selecting zone and duration.
  • Enables you to extend parking time without returning to your vehicle.
  • Control is done via license plate, so no paper ticket is needed.

App Telepass

The Telepass app allows you to pay for parking in blue-lined spaces without having to look for a parking meter.

What are the advantages?

  • No paper ticket.
  • Digital verification via license plate.
  • Real-time parking management, even remotely.

In this case, the main difference compared to traditional payment is that the physical ticket does not need to be displayed, as the app registers your license plate and automatically communicates the data to the GTT control system.

How much do the blue parking stripes cost in Rome

The blue parking zone rates in Turin change depending on the area and parking demand. Central areas (especially within the ZTL [limited traffic zone]) have higher prices because they are characterized by a high turnover of vehicles, while in semi-central and peripheral areas the costs are lower.

ZTL Central Zone Fee (about €2.80/h)

Applied in the most central and congested areas of the city.

  • For short stops or quick errands in the city center.
  • Often associated with a limited maximum duration, to encourage high vehicle turnover.
  • Mainly present in areas around commercial streets, tourist attractions and Limited Traffic Zones.

Standard rate (about €1.70/h)

The most common rate in semi-central areas.

  • Widely used by motorists who travel for work or daily activities.
  • Generally allows for extended parking, except for any limits specified by signage.
  • It's an intermediate rate, suitable for areas near main traffic arteries.

Standard rate (about €1.70/h)

Applied in less central areas but still highly frequented.

  • Ideal for those who park in the semi-central belt.
  • Offers a good balance between convenience and price.
  • Used especially near transportation hubs and very active residential neighborhoods.

Reduced rate (about €1.50/h)

The most economical rate offered by GTT.

  • Perfect for long stays or for those looking for affordable parking outside the city center.
  • Common in peripheral areas or less congested zones.
  • Often available in areas with wide availability of parking spaces.

Subscriptions and special rates

  • Resident / discounted subscriptions: residents can request a sector permit to park near their home. The conditions vary depending on the area, but they significantly reduce daily parking costs.
  • Subscriptions for workers / long-term: designed for those who park in the same areas every day for work reasons. They allow significant savings compared to the standard hourly rate. Available in different formats (monthly, quarterly, annual).
  • Short-term / rotation parking: in some central areas, rates are applied by the minute or in 15-minute blocks. These are areas with high demand, where parking is time-limited to ensure constant turnover. Extending parking beyond the imposed limit may not be allowed.

Blue parking zone hours in Rome

The hours depend on the area where you park. In general, parking is paid on weekdays and Saturdays, while Sundays and many holidays are free. Central areas and high-demand zones may still have extended hours.

Center and semi-center (Mon-Sat 8:00-19:30)

In the busiest areas of the city, parking follows extended hours:

  • Payment from Monday to Saturday, typically 8:00–19:30.
  • Some streets in the center may have extended payment hours into the evening, especially during periods of higher traffic (e.g., Christmas shopping, events, fairs).
  • Areas near the ZTL (Limited Traffic Zone) often have stricter hours.

Suburbs: more flexible hours

In the suburbs, parking regulations are more relaxed:

  • Payment may end in the early afternoon.
  • In many outer neighborhoods, parking is free on weekends.
  • Peripheral areas rarely require evening payment.

Exceptions: high turnover areas, hospitals, schools

Some areas follow special rules:

  • High turnover areas: have stricter hours and time-limited parking.
  • Hospitals and healthcare centers: longer hours because parking demand is constant throughout the day.
  • Schools: may have brief time windows dedicated to student drop-off and pick-up times.

Parking on holidays

Some central areas may remain paid even on holidays, especially during high-traffic periods or events.

In most of the city, parking is free on Sundays and on major holidays. Many areas also become free during nighttime hours.

Special Municipal Rules:

  • The Municipality may introduce temporary ordinances that modify hours and rates, for example during events or construction work.
  • Regulations may vary depending on the street, so it's essential to check the vertical signage on site.

Free blue parking zones in Rome: who is eligible

In Turin, some categories can park for free on blue parking spaces, while others have access to special arrangements that reduce or limit payment. The exemptions are designed to protect the mobility of those who provide essential services, residents, and low-emission vehicles.

Vehicles for people with disabilities

  • Vehicles displaying a disabled badge (CUDE) are entitled to free parking in paid parking areas.
  • The badge must be registered or displayed, and the vehicle can park in any blue zone without time limits.

Service vehicles exempt from payment

  • Vehicles of law enforcement.
  • Emergency and rescue vehicles.
  • Vehicles of Civil Protection or entities engaged in operational activities.
  • The free service is valid exclusively during the actual performance of duty.

Partial exemptions or concessions

Residents (sector permit):

  • Residents in regulated areas can request a parking permit that allows free parking or at a reduced rate in their own sector.
  • Outside the residence sector, payment remains mandatory.

Doctors and home care assistants:

  • Doctors on duty and operators providing home care can obtain temporary free parking during their activities.
  • It is necessary to display or register the authorization issued by the Municipality.

Public entities and services:

  • Some vehicles belonging to local health authorities, hospitals, schools, municipal or regional entities can park for free while they are operational.
  • The exemption depends on the type of service performed and the authorization associated with the vehicle.

Blue parking zones in Rome: are they free for electric and hybrid cars?

The Municipality of Turin provides specific benefits for electric vehicles and, under certain conditions, also for hybrid vehicles. The rules are linked to the environmental category of the vehicle, the emission level and, in some cases, the driver's residence.

Electric cars

100% electric vehicles can park for free in blue-lined parking spaces.

However, free parking is only recognized if the license plate is registered in the municipal or GTT systems according to the required procedures: registering the license plate allows enforcement officers to automatically verify the right to exemption and avoid using a paper permit.

Hybrid cars

The incentives for hybrid cars depend on the environmental category and the vehicle's emission level.

The most environmentally efficient hybrid vehicles can obtain reduced rates or special permits, but they no longer qualify for complete exemption as in the past.

Where to find blue parking zones in Turin

In Turin, the blue parking zones are distributed differently depending on the neighborhood: the city center has the highest concentration of parking spaces, while semi-central and peripheral areas have more variable regulations. The division follows precise pricing criteria established by GTT.

Official division of tariff zones

GTT organizes the city into different parking areas, each with specific rates and rules:

  • ZTL Centrale: zones with higher rates and high turnover.
  • Semi-central areas: standard or reduced rates, with numerous parking meters.
  • Periphery: smart rates or free parking on weekends, with more flexible regulations.

This division allows for adapting rates to the actual demand for parking in various areas of the city.

Areas with a higher presence of regulated parking

The areas with the most blue parking spaces are:

  • Historic center and ZTL: Piazza Castello, Via Roma, Quadrilatero Romano, commercial areas.
  • Semi-central areas: San Salvario, Crocetta, Vanchiglia, Borgo Dora, Aurora, San Paolo.
  • Hospital and university hubs: Molinette, CTO, Regina Margherita, Politecnico, Campus Einaudi.
  • Transportation nodes: Porta Nuova, Porta Susa, Lingotto, main metro stations.

In these areas, parking is in high demand and regulations help ensure regular turnover of vehicles.

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Rates depend on the zone:

  • 2.80 €/h in Central ZTL (Limited Traffic Zone).
  • 1.70 €/h in semi-central areas.
  • 1.50 €/h in less congested zones.
  • 1.20 €/h in peripheral areas (smart rate).
The more central areas often have maximum time limits to encourage turnover.

Puoi pagare tramite:

  • Parcometri GTT, con monete, carte o voucher.
  • App Telepass, che permette di avviare, prolungare o terminare la sosta direttamente dal telefono, senza ticket cartacei.

Yes, if you pay at the parking meter with coins, card, or voucher, you must display the paper ticket.
If you use SostApp, partner apps, or Telepass, no ticket is required because verification occurs through your digitally registered license plate.

In most of the city parking is free on Sundays and main holidays.
However, some central areas or high-traffic zones (e.g., during Christmas periods, events, fairs) may still require payment even on holidays.
Always check the vertical signage.

Exemption from payment for parking on blue lines applies to:

  • Vehicles with disabled badge (CUDE).
  • Vehicles of law enforcement, emergency and rescue services.
  • Registered electric vehicles.
  • Some low-emission hybrid vehicles.
  • Public service and government vehicles on duty.
Residents, doctors, and home care assistants may access specific concessions.

Le auto elettriche 100% possono sostare gratuitamente sulle strisce blu previa registrazione della targa.
Le ibride non sono più sempre gratuite: solo i modelli con categoria ambientale elevata possono ottenere riduzioni o permessi speciali, secondo le regole comunali.

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