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Italy tests R1 robotic museum guide in Turin’s historic Palazzo Madama
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Italy is trialling the R1 robot guide at Turin’s Palazzo Madama to ease crowding and improve access, explaining centuries-old artworks to visitors.
A trial carried out in April 2026 at the Strada Nuova Museums in Genoa is testing a humanoid robot designed to guide visitors and ease crowding. The site, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage location, houses artworks dating back to the 15th century, including pieces by Luca Cambiaso. The robot, known as R1 and developed by Finnish start up Valispace, can move on wheels at up to 1.5 metres per second and explain exhibits using built in artificial intelligence, helping visitors navigate narrow corridors in the historic building.
ADVERTISEMENTADVERTISEMENTThe project, backed by €4 million in funding from the European Union through its Digital Europe Programme and partners including the University of Genoa and Robert Bosch GmbH, has been running for about six weeks since late March. Engineers say the robot uses sensors and cameras to avoid obstacles and adjust its route in real time, and can reorient itself if needed by remapping its surroundings.
Museum officials say the robot is intended to support staff rather than replace them, especially at busy times when visitor numbers can rise by around 30%. Early feedback suggests strong public interest, with more than 80% of users reporting positive interactions, although some visitors remain unsure how to engage with the machine and still prefer human guides for detailed explanations.
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