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- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit Brescia is during spring and autumn when the weather is mild.
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About Brescia
Brescia is a captivating city in northern Italy, known for its rich history, cultural landmarks, and stunning natural surroundings. This charming destination offers a unique blend of ancient Roman ruins, medieval architecture, and modern attractions, making it a compelling choice for tourists. Visitors are drawn to Brescia's historical sites, such as the Roman Forum and the medieval Piazza della Loggia, which provide a glimpse into the city's past. The city's proximity to Lake Garda and the Alps also makes it an ideal base for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for hiking, biking, and water sports. Brescia's vibrant cultural scene, including its museums and festivals, adds to its appeal, making it a must-visit destination for anyone interested in history, culture, and natural beauty.
Top Attractions
1. **Roman Forum**: This ancient site features impressive Roman ruins, including temples and a theater, offering a glimpse into Brescia's Roman past. 2. **Piazza della Loggia**: A beautiful medieval square with stunning architecture, it is a hub for local life and events. 3. **Castello di Brescia**: A medieval castle that houses museums and offers panoramic views of the city. 4. **Duomo Vecchio**: An ancient church known for its unique architecture and historical significance. 5. **Museo di Santa Giulia**: A museum showcasing the city's history and art, located in a former monastery.
Popular Activities
Brescia offers a variety of activities for all interests. Visitors can explore the city's historical sites, enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and biking in the nearby mountains, or relax by Lake Garda. Cultural experiences include visiting museums and attending local festivals. For adventure seekers, there are opportunities for paragliding and skiing in the winter. The city also hosts vibrant markets and shopping districts, perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in local culture.
Brescia Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Lombardy
- Duration Range: Brescia offers a variety of activities for all interests. Visitors can explore the city's historical sites, enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and biking in the nearby mountains, or relax by Lake Garda. Cultural experiences include visiting museums and attending local festivals. For adventure seekers, there are opportunities for paragliding and skiing in the winter. The city also hosts vibrant markets and shopping districts, perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in local culture.
- Group Size: Private or shared tours
- Difficulty Level: Mixed Difficulty
- Recommended For: The best time to visit Brescia is during spring and autumn when the weather is mild. Visitors should pack layers for cooler mornings and evenings. Cultural etiquette emphasizes respect for historical sites and local customs. Safety is generally not a concern, but standard precautions should be taken. Credit cards are widely accepted, but having some cash is advisable for smaller establishments.
Average Tour Price: $80
Lowest Price Tour: $50
Highest Price Tour: $200
60 Available Tour Excursions in Brescia
The activity is completely customizable, just contact me to decide every detail! The photos are exclusive, only you will be photographed for the entire activity, plus the photographic artist who will photograph you will guide you and help you in all phases of the shoot. It can be a beautiful surprise to give to your other half or to a person you love!
Price: $733.55
Duration: 1 hours
I don't know what could make me more interesting than others. I know that anyone who enters my house immediately feels at ease as if they were sitting at the table of old friends. The dishes offered are typical of the Italian tradition and are prepared with natural products, giving priority to the offerings of the various During the cooking class, guests personally experience the art of making pasta and tiramisu by kneading, mixing, and blending with their own hands. a game lesson that will lead them to taste what they have produced. In the end, we leave with the awareness of a new friendship.
Price: $82.82
Duration: 3 hours
Immerse yourself in a private cooking class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of the Italian cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the lesson the Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic regional recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines.
Price: $171.56
Duration: 4 hours
This tour is perfect for those who want to enjoy Lake Garda from a different perspective from what we are usually used to. The boat tour makes the experience on the lake unique and memorable in memory to be unique and suggestive. It is recommended for visiting the main towns of the Lower Garda, without having to worry about traffic and heat.
Price: $1,833.88
Duration: 8 hours
Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Desenzano del Garda treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
Price: $100.57
Duration: 2 hours
A professional photographer and photography teacher just for you will assist and advise you for the entire duration of the activity, taking you to a wonderful place, a cliff directly overlooking Lake Garda! The activity is exclusive (Maximum 8 people), but if you want to give a gift you can also reserve it for just two people, if you want to do so, write me a message and we will close the reservation for other people.
Price: $283.96
Duration: 2 hours
Our e-bike tour from San Felice del Benaco offers a perfect blend of adventure, local flavors, and breathtaking scenery. Unlike typical bike tours, this experience takes you through hidden countryside paths, charming villages, and panoramic lake viewpoints, allowing you to explore the region like a local. Along the way, you'll stop at a family-run farm for an authentic olive oil tasting, learning about traditional production methods and sampling high-quality extra virgin olive oil. The journey continues with a delicious food and wine experience, where you’ll savor regional specialties paired with local wines. With comfortable e-bikes, small group sizes, and expert guides, this tour is designed to be accessible, enjoyable, and rich in local culture—a unique way to discover the beauty and flavors of Lake Garda.
Price: $99.38
Duration: 3 hours
Hunt for clues, crack codes and solve puzzles - just like in a great escape room. You’ll find hidden symbols in a record store or a cryptic message in a pizzeria. Every object is a piece of a bigger puzzle. The challenges become increasingly more difficult. This is no game for kids: we recommend active participation from the age of 13. You’ll need to unleash all your brainpower to unravel the mystery. Only together with your team of brainiacs, you’ll master this game. The game unfolds in the city centre, starting at Piazza Malvezzi and going towards Piazza Garibaldi. You'll not only pass by Desenzano's iconic landmarks but also uncover some hidden gems that only few visitors come across. Don't settle for a usual tourist outing – try this escape game!
Price: $47.33
Duration: 0-1 hours
430/5000 This tour is recommended for an original, relaxing and romantic sunset. Experiencing Lake Garda by speedboat will make your visit unforgettable. Climbing aboard with us you will be catapulted back in time, the Venetian style wooden features of our motorboat will make the experience unique and original. You will be lulled by the crystal clear water of the lake as the sun sets in front of you, coloring the sky.
Price: $319.45
Duration: 1 hours
Spend the day visiting some of Lake Garda's shoreside villages on this full-day guided tour. Your first stop is Limone, famous for the lemon groves dotted around, as well the lemon-coloured houses near around the lake's edge. Then, you'll sail across to Riva del Garda, for a wander around the Medieval-era town centre, before your last stop at Malcesine on the opposite shore. Here, you'll have time to check out the 13th century castle overlooking the lake, and see where the area's 15th century Venetian rulers used to hang their hats at the Palazzo del Capitani building.
Price: $76.90
Duration: 8 hours
The Italian Dolomites is a staggering mountain range that changes its hues with the shifting seasons. Weaving through the Fiemme and Fassa Valleys and up to the Pordoi pass, the iconic scenery is a 'must' for nature lovers and photographers alike. Your adventure begins as you travel by coach into the heart of the Dolomites. The exact itinerary varies depending on your point of departure, but all routes include a scenic drive through the Fiemme Valley and Fassa Valley with photo stops, as well as the spectacular 27 hairpin bend road to the Pordoi Pass reaching an altitude of 2240m. Here, you can indulge in a leisurely lunch break while drinking in the surrounding natural beauty. Then, seize the opportunity to take an optional cable car ride (payable locally) up to a dizzy height of 2950m, offering unparalleled views. The tour also includes a stop in one of the charming South Tirolean Villages, where you can find out more about the traditions and language of the Ladino people.
Price: $81.64
Duration: 10 hours
Discover the enchanting beauty of the Alps on board the highest train in Europe with an expert guide. Through breathtaking landscapes you will arrive in Switzerland in the tourist town of St. Moritz. Here you can taste delicious desserts or go shopping in luxurious shops. • 2-hour and 20-minute train ride • English explanation on the train • Taste the delicate chocolates in a renowned pastry shop • Stroll through the luxurious shops • Travel by comfortable coach
Price: $176.29
Duration: 13 hours
Brescia, the lioness of Italy. The city of majestic Roman remains, inserted in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites The tour kicks off in the heart of ancient Roman Brixa, where you will admire the ancient and majestic remains. The journey continues, along the maximum decuman, to the square Medieval dedicated to Paul VI where the two cathedrals and the historic town hall stand del Broletto. You will arrive in the seductive Piazza della Loggia, scenographic and Renaissance heart of the city where you can admire the Palazzo della Loggia, the Monte di Pietà Vecchio e Nuovo, the beautiful astronomical clock with the Macc de le Ore. Your journey will then end in the monumental Piazza della Vittoria which tells of the time of the Second World War but also many interesting and curious anecdotes.
Price: $124.23
Duration: 2 hours
Gumpenfever is a beautiful Tour for everyone (10 years and older). Jumping, sliding, climbing, abseiling and swimming – everything is just a possibility. All jumps, higher than 1 meter, are secured by bolts – so there is every time an alternative for you. The trip will take about 3 hours. Perfect for everyone who wants to have a lot of fun in a short time.
Price: $91.10
Duration: 2 hours
In this experience you will have the opportunity to discover the lesser known inland of Sirmione and Desenzano: we will travel about 25 km between country roads, cycle paths being able to admire expanses of vineyards and olive trees, to end the tour in a small family-run Lugana winery, where , you will taste 3 local wines accompanied by delicious food salami, cheese and jam.
Price: $100.57
Duration: 3 hours
Discover Lake Garda in freedom thanks to the electric bike and a local guide who will give you information on the area and mechanical assistance along the way. You will cycle from the beautiful city of Desenzano to beaches and panoramic points, to then discover the hills of the hinterland, between low traffic roads and vineyards with the convenience of being able to follow a certified guide.
Price: $106.48
Duration: 3 hours
An easy and relaxed walking tour to discover one of the gems of Lake Garda and also one of the most authentic towns on the lake. We will tell you the ins and outs of this lovely town going through its tiny alleys and ancient Medieval ruins, showing you great panoramic views and pieces of the locals day to day life. We will then meet up with our captain, jump on our boat and have a nice ride along the coast of Desenzano, enjoying a lovely local drink while the sun goes down beyond the majestic mountains surrounding the lake. Lake Garda' s waters are famous to be looking like sea water and the scenario you get from a boat ride in the south end of it is unbeatable! Come with us!
Price: $94.65
Duration: 3 hours
We are located on Lake Garda in the southern area, which includes the wine areas of Lugana and Valtenesi, highly suited to the production of excellent quality wines, known throughout the world. This family farm has been working the land and producing wine since 1970: from grandparents to parents, up to their children, important knowledge has been handed down to take care of the environment and the vineyards, sustainable production methods. During the visit of the vineyards and to the cellar, you will learn our approach to the natural way of making wine, from the land to the bottle. In the glasses of wine for tasting, you will be able to discover all the passion, the method and the experience that has led to the production of these quality wines.
Price: $49.69
Duration: 2 hours
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Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Brescia's cuisine is characterized by hearty dishes typical of northern Italy. Signature dishes include **Polenta e Osei** (polenta with roasted game birds) and **Casoncelli** (stuffed pasta). Local specialties often feature game meats and fresh vegetables. Dining customs emphasize family gatherings and traditional recipes. Noteworthy restaurants include those serving authentic Lombardy cuisine. Visitors should also try local wines and cheeses to fully experience the region's gastronomic delights.
Getting Around
Brescia is easily accessible by car via the A4 highway or by train from major Italian cities. Local transportation includes buses and taxis. The city is relatively small, making walking a pleasant option. Costs for transportation are moderate, with affordable public transport options available. Visitors can also rent bikes to explore the city and its surroundings.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit Brescia is during spring and autumn when the weather is mild. Visitors should pack layers for cooler mornings and evenings. Cultural etiquette emphasizes respect for historical sites and local customs. Safety is generally not a concern, but standard precautions should be taken. Credit cards are widely accepted, but having some cash is advisable for smaller establishments.
Culture & Customs
Brescia's culture is deeply rooted in its history and traditions. Social customs emphasize family and community, with many festivals celebrating local heritage. The city hosts significant events like the **Festa della Repubblica** and **Festa dei Noantri**. Visitors should respect local norms by dressing modestly when visiting churches and historical sites. Etiquette tips include greeting locals with a handshake or kiss on both cheeks and using formal titles until invited to use first names.
