Brescia between art, history, and culture
A kaleidoscope of history and events makes Brescia a city with a unique quality: it never ceases to surprise.
From Piazza della Loggia to Piazza Paolo VI – where the Duomo Nuovo, the Broletto and the Duomo Vecchio are located side by side; from the Castle that rises on Cidneo hill, offering incredible views of the urban area and the province, to Brixia, the ancient Roman city, a UNESCO heritage site, Brescia’s historical richness and a cultural liveliness are capable of attracting thousands of visitors every year.
And of being the setting for an unforgettable stay!
What to visit: Brescia
Outdoors
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The Via delle Sorelle: the path that connects Bergamo and Brescia
130 km on foot among the gems and hidden corners of the two provinces 130 km to walk, 36 municipalities crossed, 6 recommended stages ...
Nature in the city: parks and green oases in Brescia
Want to relax in the city while strolling through green spaces? You’re in the right place! With its great ...
Holiday ideas: a weekend in Brescia
Have you chosen to spend a weekend in Brescia? Here is an idea for a two-day tour of the city ...
Visit Brescia with the children
A multi-faceted city with many opportunities for the whole family: discover what to not to miss during your fun-filled day ...
Cultural itineraries in the province of Brescia
Known worldwide thanks to its beautiful landscapes and monuments as well as the many opportunities for entertainment and relaxation, Brescia ...
Art and Culture
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Discover the UNESCO site of the city of Brescia
On 25th June 2011, UNESCO added Brescia to the World Heritage List with the site Longobards in Italy. Places of Power (568...
Santa Giulia Museum
The Museo di Santa Giulia is one of the main tourist and cultural attractions in Brescia, also known as ‘museum ...
Brixia Roman archeological area
Visit the largest archaeological site in northern Italy Brescia boasts the largest Roman archaeological area in northern Italy. This important ...
Tosio Martinengo Art Gallery
The Pinacoteca Tosio Martinengo reopens to the public with a new layout of the 18th century halls and other important ...
Brescia Castle: a panoramic view of the city
Brescia Castle stands on Cidneo hill and many Brescians consider it the symbol of the city. A site suitable for ...
Bicycle touring
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Bycicle tourism in the province of Brescia
Bike, helmet, and an adventurous mind: hop on the saddle and enjoy the province from a different perspective. Lake Garda ...
Food & Wine
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Typical dishes of Brescia
Casoncelli, skewers, manzo all’olio, and many other delicacies: come with us to discover the best-known Brescian specialites, for a ...
Vigneto Pusterla, the largest vineyard in Europe
A local excellence at the foot of the Castle of Brescia: come with us and discover the Vigneto Pusterla, the ...
Brescia, land of wines
King Edward VII once said: “One not only drinks the wine, one smells it, observes it, tastes it, sips it ...
Casoncelli bresciani
One of Brescia’s culinary must-try dishes is casoncelli bresciani stuffed pasta, much appreciated throughout northern Italy and by foreign ...
The Colli dei Longobardi wine tour
Food, wine and relaxing in the countryside just a short distance from Brescia: this is the experience offered by the ...
Shopping & Lifestyle
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Brescia and its shopping streets
The big names in fashion, household items, cutting-edge design await you in the city of Brescia: get ready to be ...
Historical shops in Brescia
Historical shops are one of the jewels in the crown of Brescia. The city actually boasts a long list of ” ...
Brescia and its streets of craftmanship
Passion for leisure and shopping never runs out in Brescia! The most prestigious boutiques in the shopping streets are joined ...
