Brescia Antica
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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.
Things to do

Brescia: day trip to Botticino with wine tasting at Noventa

The Lioness of Italy: A Brescia Self-Guided Walking Tour

Brescia Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

Brescia Proibita: alla scoperta della storia osè della città

Brescia Hidden Legends: Self-Guided Puzzle Quest

Lake Garda: QC Termegarda Spa Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Brescia Antica

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

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

Hotel Casa Scaligeri
"Excellent"
Reviewed on Jun 12, 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 Jun 20, 2026

Hotel Riviera

Hotel Tre Vele
"Pleasant stay at The Hotel Tre Vele which has a beautiful setting, right on the lake shore. Not the easiest to get to and from, a car is recommended, as the buses are erratic and taxis expensive. We arrived in the middle of a thunderstorm and were truly soaked. A warmer welcome would have been appreciated. ..."
Reviewed on Jun 13, 2026
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 historic 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
Travelers enjoy Porta Milano for its restaurants and shopping. Consider checking out Freccia Rossa while you're in the area.






