Brescia Antica
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: day trip to Botticino with wine tasting at Noventa
Brescia Hidden Legends: Self-Guided Puzzle Quest
CSTRents - Brescia Segway PT Authorized Tour
Half-Day Food and Wine Experience in Franciacorta
Lake Garda: QC Termegarda Spa Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Brescia Antica
Centro Paolo VI
"A wonderful place to stay with courteous staff. Also, a beautiful garden and Church on the premises."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hotel Sirmione Terme
"We had a wonderful stay at Hotel Sirmione Terme. The location on the lake is absolutely perfect — peaceful, beautiful, and close to everything. Our room was spotless, comfortable, and felt like a relaxing retreat after exploring the area. The staff were genuinely kind, attentive, and always ready ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hotel Porto Azzurro
"very friendly and helpful staff. very nice room. excellent hotel and cold breakfast. easy parking. good location within minutes walk of the new town and a short 10 minute drive to old town."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hotel Flaminia
"Lovely location and place absolutely lovely! love sirmione so much I’ve booked to come back next year!"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Grand Hotel Terme Sirmione
"The gym needs up dating But the staff are amazing food amazing Location amazing"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Agriturismo Pratello
"Ottima struttura"
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2025
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.
