Centro Storico Nord Travel Guide
Brescia
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Popular places to visit
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.
Santuario Santa Maria delle Grazie
Marvel at rich Baroque decoration, precious artworks by the likes of Moretto and Grazio Cossali, and a pretty cloister in this 16th-century religious complex.
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 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.
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.
Top hotels in Centro Storico Nord
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
Grand Hotel Fasano
Best of best
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Villa Rosa Hotel
Great location, excellent hotel. Would highly recommend it.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hotel Riviera
Staff were excellent and very friendly, really enjoyed the breakfast buffet. Only two minor negatives to speak of: - The shower was old-fashioned and very weak - tea and coffee in the room was only replenished once in the entire week we were there. Overall we had an excellent stay, great location ...
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Hotel Palazzo Del Garda & Spa
The room was clean, though a bit on the smaller side. The bed was comfortable, and the bathroom was adequate. The location is convenient—close to the ferry for exploring around Lake Garda. Breakfast was very good, and the staff was helpful and accommodating. The only downside was that the air conditioning ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
QC Grand Hotel Villa Arzaga Garda Spa & Golf
Incredible SPA - absolutely loved it! When I went it was a little busier than I expected but overall a fantastic experience. Nice spacious room and lovely staff.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Centro Storico Nord
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.
Porta Milano
Travellers enjoy Porta Milano for its restaurants and shopping. Consider checking out Freccia Rossa while you're in the area.
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.
Crocifissa di Rosa
You'll appreciate the historical sites during your time in Crocifissa di Rosa and you might want to plan a stop by Brescia Castle and Santa Giulia Museum while you're in the area.
Sant'Eustacchio
Travellers like the parks in Sant'Eustacchio, and Rock Engravings National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Borgo Trento
Even though there aren't top sights in Borgo Trento, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Brescia Castle. Jump on the metro at Marconi Station to see more of the city.
