Porta Milano Travel Guide
Brescia
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Popular places to visit
Brescia Castle
Explore this huge, hilltop castle complex to see a 14th-century keep now housing an arms museum as well as a granary that hosts a museum devoted to Italian unification.
Piazza della Loggia
Two starkly different themes have earned this beautiful old square its fame: superb Venetian architecture and a horrific terrorist attack in the 1970s.
Piazza del Duomo
Trace eight centuries of Brescia’s history in this central square, where medieval, Baroque and modern architecture chronicles the different faces of the city.
Mille Miglia Museum
Housed inside a monastic complex on the outskirts of Brescia, this automobile-themed museum chronicles the story of the historic Mille Miglia road race.
Santa Giulia Museum
Trace a timeline of Brescia’s rich heritage from prehistoric times to the 19th century at this museum and former convent complex.
Palazzo Martinengo
View a virtual reconstruction of an ancient Roman forum and browse temporary art exhibits in the collections contained within this 17th-century palace.
Things to do
Brescia Hidden Legends: Self-Guided Puzzle Quest
Brescia Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local
Brescia: Historic City Center & UNESCO Sites Walking Tour
Top hotels in Porta Milano
AC Hotel Brescia by Marriott
Grand Hotel Fasano
Superb in every way! Elegant and peaceful. Can’t wait to come back!
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Novotel Brescia 2
Wonderful stay. Clean, comfortable room, nice bedding, wonderful staff. The only thing I would have is a proper fridge in the room. There is one but it is set up for the mini bar. The air conditioning was not working while I was there in April. It was rather hot in my room but I could open the window. ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hotel Riviera
This was a great stay at Lago de Garda, the staff was very friendly and helpful, the room was comfortable and clean. The street is a bit noisy at night but if you close the balcony doors it gets much better. The view of the boulevard and lake are very pleasant. We recommend it.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Villa Rosa Hotel
This ended up being a hotel you only dream of when you book on line! From the location, layout to the staff and food it was all a 10 out of 10! The food in the restaurant was lovely and accommodated my need for gluten-free. The pool area was neat and tidy, and although the weather was not very hot, ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hotel Oliveto
Other neighbourhoods around Porta Milano
Centro Storico Nord
Check out the museums during your time in Centro Storico Nord. Hop around the Brescia area on the metro at San Faustino Station to see top sights like Piazza della Loggia and Santuario Santa Maria delle Grazie.
Primo Maggio
While Primo Maggio isn't home to many top sights, Freccia Rossa and Santuario Santa Maria delle Grazie are some notable places to visit nearby.
Fiumicello
Though Fiumicello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Santuario Santa Maria delle Grazie and Piazza della Loggia.
Centro Storico Sud
Restaurants and shopping are some noteworthy features of Centro Storico Sud. Make a stop by Freccia Rossa while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Vittoria Station to get around town.
Don Bosco
While Don Bosco may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Teatro Grande and Freccia Rossa.
Brescia Antica
You'll enjoy the archaeological sites and museums in Brescia Antica. You might want to make time for a stop at Palazzo Martinengo or Roman Forum.
