Province of Brescia
Lombardy
Popular cities in Province of Brescia
A holiday in Brescia, halfway between Milan and Verona, is a splendid chance to discover this city located between the foothills of the Lombardy Pre-Alps and the Mella River. Originally a Roman outpost, Brixia was an active hub in the Imperial Age and it enjoyed renewed importance at the beginning of the nineteenth century when it was the site of the Risorgimento movement that culminated in the "Ten Days of Brescia". The city offers countless interesting places to visit, most of which are easily reached on foot, thanks to the city's architecture and urban plan: from the Broletto to the Loggia, from the Roman Forum to the medieval Castle and the artwork at the Pinacoteca gallery. Its proximity to Lake Garda gives Brescia a pleasant climate and a well-organised accommodation network. Our holiday offers to Brescia make it an affordable and enjoyable destination at the foot of the Lombardy Alps.
Reasons to visit
- Brescia Castle
- Piazza della Loggia
- Mille Miglia Museum
After walking along the peninsula to see its historic sites, rest and relax at this town’s spa that channels Lake Garda’s hot springs.
Reasons to visit
- Scaliger Castle
- Grotto of Catullus
- Santa Maria Maggiore
Enjoy a lakeside view of cliffs and mountains before exploring the historic center of this quaint and picturesque city.
Reasons to visit
- Lonato Fortress
- Cathedral of San Giovanni Battista
- House of the Podesta
Nestled between the largest lake in Italy and the foot of a mountain range, this town features historical attractions, pleasant beaches and a lively nightlife.
Reasons to visit
- Roman Villa of Desenzano del Garda
- Tower of St. Martin
Reasons to visit
- Limone Sul Garda Harbour
Visit this picturesque mountain village for summertime hiking and biking in the national parks and wintertime skiing and snowboarding thrills.