Brescia Antica Travel Guide
Brescia
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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.
Torre dell'Orologio
Wait until the turn of the hour to see this beautiful old clock tower whirr into action, just as it has done since the 16th century.
Things to do
Brescia Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local
Brescia Hidden Legends: Self-Guided Puzzle Quest
Brescia Proibita: alla scoperta della storia osè della città
Top hotels in Brescia Antica
Centro Paolo VI
Lovely hotel and room with balcony. In a quiet part of town. About a 15 minute walk to a local supermarket. The room would benefit from a kettle to be ale to make a drink, but there are some vending machines on the ground floor for snacks and drinks - cash only.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hotel Sirmione Terme
Everything was perfect
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Hotel Flaminia
Room with a great view over Lake Garda, sun terrace and jacuzzi - all excellent. Hotel had great location in an idyllic village complete with a castle and endless bars and restaurants in the pedestrianised end of Simione. You park a short distance away and then get a shuttle (golf buggy) to the hotel. ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hotel Porto Azzurro
Fantastic breakfast, great variety and quality. Very quiet to sleep, excellence rest. They give bicycles to reach town centre, which is an excellent idea. I will definitely return for longer!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Grand Hotel Terme Sirmione
Fantastic hotel and staff were amazing. Location is unmatched with perfect views of the lake. Truly memorable holiday.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hotel Riviera
Great place to stay Room was good and we got an extra pillow each 👍 Staff were so friendly and helpful. Breakfast was very good Location is perfect short walk to the centre.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Brescia Antica
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 Piazza della Loggia and Santuario Santa Maria delle Grazie.
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.
Crocifissa di Rosa
You'll appreciate the historical sites during your time in Crocifissa di Rosa and you might want to plan a stop by Brescia Castle and Santa Giulia Museum while you're in the area.
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 Roman Forum.
Porta Milano
Travellers enjoy Porta Milano for its restaurants and shopping. Consider checking out Freccia Rossa while you're in the area.
Porta Cremona-Volta
Even though there aren't top sights in Porta Cremona-Volta, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Roman Brescia. Jump on the metro at Volta Station to see more of the city.
