Brescia Antica Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Brescia Castle
Explore this huge, hilltop castle complex to see a 14th-century keep now housing an arms museum as well as a granary that hosts a museum devoted to Italian unification.

Piazza del Duomo
Trace eight centuries of Brescia’s history in this central square, where medieval, Baroque and modern architecture chronicles the different faces of the city.

Santa Giulia Museum
Trace a timeline of Brescia’s rich heritage from prehistoric times to the 19th century at this museum and former convent complex.

Palazzo Martinengo
View a virtual reconstruction of an ancient Roman forum and browse temporary art exhibits in the collections contained within this 17th-century palace.

Roman Forum
Get a glimpse of the ancient city of Roman Brixia, which still exists in fragments such as this towering arcade of crumbling columns from the 1st century.

Duomo Vecchio
See remnants of old Roman mosaics in this circular 11th-century Romanesque basilica, which stands on the site of an even older church.
Activities

Brescia: day trip to Botticino with wine tasting at Noventa

Brescia Hidden Legends: Self-Guided Puzzle Quest

Brescia Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local
Our pick of the best Brescia Antica Hotel Deals

Centro Paolo VI
"It's a great place in the heart of the city"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026

Hotel Sirmione Terme
"Room Air Conditioner unable to cool room cooler than 76 F."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026

Hotel Porto Azzurro
"Great hotel with breakfast included, nice environment and other restaurants nearby. Walking distance to Sirmioni town very chic place full of restaurants and shops, beautiful streets for anytime strolls. Highly recommended."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026

Hotel Riviera
"I wish I could give this hotel 6 stars. We had an excellent stay. Great facilities including an extremely comfortable bed. Close to main tourist area, bars and restaurants and very central."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026

Hotel Casa Scaligeri
"Awesome hotel and staff! We will return to stay more days!"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026

Grand Hotel Fasano
"Service was fantastic. Rooms were wonderful. Beautiful views. I would most certainly go back!!!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Brescia Antica

Centro Storico Sud
Restaurants and shopping are some noteworthy features of Centro Storico Sud. Make a stop by Freccia Rossa while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Vittoria Station to get around town.

Centro Storico Nord
Check out the museums during your time in Centro Storico Nord. Hop around the Brescia area on the metro at San Faustino Station to see top sights like Santuario Santa Maria delle Grazie and Piazza della Loggia.

Lamarmora
While you're strolling through Lamarmora, you may want to check out the restaurants and gardens. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Lamarmora Station or Bresciadue Station.

Porta Venezia
Porta Venezia is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Brescia area, you might plan a trip to Santa Giulia Museum or Palazzo Martinengo.
Porta Milano
Travellers enjoy Porta Milano for its restaurants and shopping. Consider checking out Freccia Rossa while you're in the area.
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