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- NLtravelsTexas347 contributionswalked the grounds but had too little time for the museum.
we did however buy the book, which was good reading when we got home.Written November 5, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - elisa c1 contributionGreat way to learn the history of Brescia from the inside. Fun, interesting, dynamic and very reasonable price. Great to have Andrea as a guide. Thanks again for the experience!Written July 9, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- muttibeyIzmir, Türkiye1,076 contributionsJust located in the Piazza di Paolo VI, it is definitely a sight that you should not be missing. Just amazing and there are not many nice words for it.Written February 20, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- NIKUL PLondon, UK56 contributionsThis is a wondeful walk up to Brescia Castle and the best thing is that it is all free to visit. The castle and its surrounding areas are very serene and peaceful and once up there, you can easily find a nice quiet corner to relax. When we were up there, only a handful of people had made the journey and it was wonderful.Written March 1, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Darren BSheffield Green, UK6 contributionsWe travelled to Brescia from Bardolino on Lake Garda for a day trip as it was only an 1 hr 30 minute journey and we didn't really know what to expect. When we followed the street signs to The Capitolium of Brixia we were blown away by the size and grandure of it. We weren't expecting the temple and theatre to be so intact and there was only 1 school group and another couple there so we had plenty of room and time to enjoy it - a truly hidden gem. The signs were great giving you information about the site in English and Italian but found the wikipedia page helpful too.
We went to the Museo di Santa Giulia too and wanted to go inside the museum of the Capolitum of Brixia (as the ticket includes both museums) but despite paying for this, since you had to reserve a time - probably due to covid which was a little strange since most regulations (almost all) have been lifted by May 2023 but we understand their caution - we decided to skip it as the only time available was at 4pm (after getting there fairly early in the morning). We got to see the ampitheatre and the temple though so we were happy enough with that.Written May 19, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - CA1Brescia, Italy11 contributionsCentral Brescia has 3 piazze - Duomo. Loggia and Vittoria. They date, respectively, to the medieval era, the Renaissance and the Fascist era. Piazza Loggia is, without doubt, my favourite. I have lived in Brescia for almost 15 years and never tire of this piazza. Highlights are: the Loggia (construction commenced in 1492), the astronomical clock (16th century) and the incorporation of Roman epigraphy into the walls of the building on the south side of the piazza. This latter was a deliberate choice, seeking to link the 15th/16th century city to its Roman past. In fact, the western wall of Roman Brixia is marked by the line of shops along its eastern edge. For British visitors, do look for the epigraphy referring to the XX Legion - this legion participated in the Claudian invasion of 43 CE and spent 300+ years in the British Isles - they even helped build Hadrian's Wall! Their main base was Deva - today's Chester - and, in the Chester museum, one can see the tombstones of Roman soldiers born and raised in Brescia! The city archaeologist does not know of a particular link between the XX and Roman Brescia but the data both here and in Chester strongly suggest that there was one!Written May 31, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Alan HWalsall, UK69 contributionsA big art gallery, reflecting the tastes of the Tosio and Martinengo families, who collected the works displayed here.Written August 4, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Passenger136870New York City, NY19 contributionsThis theater was build to honor Napoleon's liberating Brescia from Austria. The main hall is a Café and deserves a visit! Too bad that the theater is not open to the public, as we would love to visit it (we have seen La Fenice, La Scala, Carlo Felice, Teatro San Carlo, +++ other half sings opera).Written March 21, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ANGELO VMilan, Italy2,964 contributionsThe "basilica di San Salvatore" (Saint Saviour Basilica) is part of the Museum of Santa Giulia. This review covers the churches within the museum: Saint Salvatore, Nuns Choir, Saint Mary in Solario. The remaining of the museum is reviewed under "Museo di Santa Giulia".
The churches and the museum were declared by UNESCO, together with the Capitolium, a world heritage site, forming part of the Longobards serial site in Italy: the places of power (568 - 774 AD).
- Saint Mary in Solario is in Romanesque style. It was built aound mid 12th century has two separate halls: the lower hall has some Roman marbles and the Lipsanoteca of Brescia (2nd half of the 4th century), an ivory reliquary. The upper hall is covered with frescoes (most of them by Floriano Ferramola), and shows the Cross of Desiderio, a processional cross in wood covered with a jeweled metal sheet (beginning of the 9th century)
- Saint Salvatore is a basilica that was founded in the 9th century. It has frescoes by Paolo da Cailina the Younger, as well as others from the Carolingian age. There is also a small crypt.
- Nuns Choir: this is the upper hall of San Salvatore. Built during the 15th century, it was completely frescoed in the first half of the following century by Floriano Ferramola, Paolo Caylina the Younger and other minor artistsWritten January 12, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Gary LPortland, OR741 contributionsmagnificent plaza with two duomos. lots of restaurants and shops. fun to walk through. heart of the cityWritten May 26, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- D44Wiltshire, UK295 contributionsQuite small, but done really well and worth the visit. Beware, local restaurants and mainly very expensive!Written December 31, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ANGELO VMilan, Italy2,964 contributionsThe church of the "Santissimo Corpo di Cristo" (Most Holy Body of Christ), also known as church of "San Cristo" (Saint Christ) was built during the second half of the 15th century, when it was also completely covered in frescoes. Most frescoes are still visible, after the restorations carried on during the 20th century.
There is a lot to see here: the church itself and all its frescoes, and the nearby three cloisters (one with frescoes and a catoptric sundial).Written January 12, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Brescia
- The top attractions to visit in Brescia are:
- Museo di Santa Giulia
- Brescia Castle
- Bresciaunderground APS
- Pinacoteca Tosio Martinengo
- Museo Mille Miglia
- The best outdoor activities in Brescia according to Tripadvisor travelers are:
- Ciclo pedonabile Vello Toline
- Parco Ducos
- Parco Benedetto Castelli
- Sentiero 3V delle tre Valli "Silvano Cinelli"
- Parco Via Boves
- The best day trips from Brescia according to Tripadvisor travelers are:
- Brescia and Franciacorta winery area. Cultural and wine tasting small group tour
- Brescia and Bergamo, European capital of culture
- Brescia and Franciacorta outlet full-day tour
- Sirmione Lake Garda & Brescia, private guided tour from Milan
- Brescia private guided tour + vintage car museum, from Milan
- The most popular things to do in Brescia with kids according to Tripadvisor travelers are:
- Museo di Santa Giulia
- Duomo Vecchio di Brescia
- Tempio Capitolino e Piazza del Foro
- Piazza della Loggia
- Piazza Paolo VI