Brescia Private Guided Tour

Did you know that Brescia is known as the 'lioness of Italy'? On this private tour, we'll walk through the old town discovering its history and iconic places such as the Piazza Loggia, its two cathedrals, and the Palazzo Comunale.

Brescia Private Guided Tour

At the selected time, we'll meet at the Piazza del Foro to start our private tour of Brescia. During this walking tour, we'll learn historical facts and admire the key monuments in this city in the Lombardy region.

Our tour will start with a visit to the Roman ruins of Brescia. We'll explore the 1st century and learn about the history of this site reflecting the golden age of the Ancient Empire in northern Italy.

Next, we'll walk to Piazza Paolo VI, a medieval square that remains the heart of Brescia. Here, we'll admire the facades of the Palazzo Comunale and the two cathedrals. You'll see the contrast between the New Cathedral and the Old Cathedral.

After that, we'll visit Piazza Della Loggia, noted for its Renaissance aesthetics. We’ll discuss the palaces around this square and the astronomical clock there.

Before concluding, we'll explain why Brescia is known as the 'lioness of Italy' and discuss the significant battles in the region, including the Napoleonic invasion and the uprising against the Austrians.

After two hours of sightseeing, we'll end the private tour in Piazza Della Vittoria.