Top things to do in Brescia, Lombardy

The Grand Dolomites Tour from Lake Garda in Brescia

Brescia , Lombardy

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (5 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 86.10

Duration: 10 hours (approx.)

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.

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Cooking class in a garden: handmade pasta in Brescia

Brescia , Lombardy

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (4 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 121.01

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Prepare to take immense pleasure in astounding their guests with a blend of traditional recipes infused with a touch of creativity. Learn new recipes, spanning from appetizers to desserts. To truly comprehend the magic of their cooking, one must experience it firsthand. What to Expect: • Hands-on training from a professional local chef • Learn new cooking techniques that can easily be repeated at home • Discover new traditions and learn historical tips about Italy's unique cuisine

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Beautiful Brescia – Guided Walking Tour in Brescia

Brescia , Lombardy

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (4 reviews)
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From $ 218.75

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Uncover the hidden treasures of Brescia in our “Beautiful Brescia – Guided Walking Tour.” This guided tour invites you to step back in time beginning at the awe-inspiring Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, where history and artistry meet under one grand dome. Wander through the Piazza del Foro, the bustling heart of ancient Roman Brescia, then marvel at the restored Capitolium, a temple that once served as a center of Roman worship. Continue to the serene San Salvatore, a medieval jewel that promises a peaceful retreat from the modern world. This walk not only highlights the magnificent historic sites of Brescia but also immerses you in the city’s vibrant atmosphere, making it an unforgettable journey through time. Please note: The availability and accessibility of attractions may vary based on time of day and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

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Verona Full Day Trip from Lake Garda in Brescia

Brescia , Lombardy

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (4 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 72.14

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Immortalised in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, Verona holds a special place in lovers' hearts. You'll get to fall in love with the city on this day trip from Lake Garda, seeing all its main sights as you wander around the history-steeped streets of its old town. Your guide will show you around, pointing out highlights such as the Roman Porta Borsari and the Roman arena – used every summer for an opera festival – and Juliet's Balcony. There are also some truly historic bridges over the River Adige as well as a world-class collection of medieval churches and basilicas. You'll also see the exterior of the Scaliger Tombs – five Gothic mausoleums for the Scaliger family, nobles who once ruled over Verona. And you'll discover the monumental Piazza dei Signori, location of the Romanesque Church of Santa Maria Antica, and the Piazza delle Erbe. There'll also be free time for lunch and shopping.

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Desenzano: Boat Tour to Isola del Garda & Gulf of Salò in Brescia

Brescia , Lombardy

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (3 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 58.18

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

This 2-hour boat tour departs from Desenzano and offers a scenic cruise along the western coast of Lake Garda. We'll navigate past the stunning natural cliffs of Manerba, glide by the small Island of San Biagio, and admire the enchanting Isola del Garda, home to the elegant Villa Borghese, owned by the Cavazza family. As we continue, you'll enjoy panoramic views of the picturesque Gulf of Salò from the water. This relaxing tour does not include any stops—just pure scenic beauty and the pleasure of cruising on the lake.

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E Bike Tour with Olive Oil Tasting from San Felice del Benaco in Brescia

Brescia , Lombardy

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 97.74

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

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.

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Dining Experience at a local's Home in Desenzano del Garda with Show Cooking in Brescia

Brescia , Lombardy

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 98.90

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

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.

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Brescia Private Walking Tour in Brescia

Brescia , Lombardy

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 122.18

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

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.

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Photographic tour at sunset on Lake Garda in Brescia

Brescia , Lombardy

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 279.26

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

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.

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Olive Oil Tasting with Local Food on Lake Garda Hills in Brescia

Brescia , Lombardy

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 60.51

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

During this experience, you'll have the opportunity to taste our extra virgin olive oil, produced with passion and care by us and embodying the flavors and characteristics of Lake Garda. We'll begin the oil tasting by sharing the history of the estate, our family's passion for cultivation, and the various olive varieties we grow and which produce our special oil. We'll continue with a tour of the olive grove, where you'll enjoy a magnificent view of Lake Garda and the Rocca di Manerba. You'll embark on a sensory journey, tasting our olive oil paired with artisanal bread, an invitation to a more elaborate experience with a sampling of lake fish and rustic cuisine with vegetables, along with a charcuterie board and a selection of high-quality cheeses that pair perfectly with our Millefiori honey. Of course, we won't forget the wine, with options of Lugana and Chiaretto Biologico, at our discretion.

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Brescia: Franciacorta Wine Tasting in a Historical Winery in Brescia

Brescia , Lombardy

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 45.26

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Experience the authentic essence of Franciacorta with an exclusive journey through a winery where nature and tradition meet. Just steps from Lake Iseo, you will start with an immersive walk in the "vineyard-collection" to discover the biodiversity and the unique lake-breeze microclimate that makes this terroir world-famous. The heart of the tour takes you inside a charming 1940s cellar. Among fermentation tanks and long underground corridors, you will witness the meticulous Traditional Method—a process of patience and precision, from gentle pressing to long bottle aging. The highlight is a curated sensory tasting: explore three premium labels, each revealing a different side of the winery’s identity. To complete the experience, the wines are served with local delicacies like Grana Padano DOP and artisanal snacks. An intimate escape designed for those seeking quality and a deep connection with the land.

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 Escape Room across Desenzano in Brescia

Brescia , Lombardy

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 46.54

 

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!

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Brescia: Historic City Center & UNESCO Sites Walking Tour in Brescia

Brescia , Lombardy

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 51.20

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Join a 2.5-hour Brescia walking tour through UNESCO World Heritage sites and monumental squares. Accompanied by a licensed guide, you will discover the soul of the "Lioness of Italy," a city with an extraordinary historical stratification. Highlights of the tour: - Roman Brixia: Piazza del Foro, the Capitoline Temple (73 AD), and the Roman Theatre—some of the best-preserved archaeological treasures in Northern Italy. - Piazza Paolo VI: A unique setting featuring two Cathedrals side-by-side—the Romanesque "Duomo Vecchio" and the majestic "Duomo Nuovo"—alongside the medieval Palazzo del Broletto. - Piazza della Loggia: The Renaissance heart of the city with its Venetian influence, featuring the Palazzo della Loggia and the iconic Astronomical Clock Tower with the "Macc de le ure" mechanical figures. - Piazza Vittoria: A prime example of 20th-century Italian Rationalism. An engaging journey filled with secrets and anecdotes, with the flexibility to customize the route toward Piazza Arnaldo or other hidden corners. Discover Brescia, an open-air museum that will truly surprise you.

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Lake Garda Tour with Boat Trip from Western Hotels in Brescia

Brescia , Lombardy

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 79.12

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

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.

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Cesarine: Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Lake Garda in Brescia

Brescia , Lombardy

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 168.72

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Immerse yourself in a private cooking class at the Cesarina's home,  learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of regional 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. Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 1500+ home cooks all over the country in more than 450 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travelers for immersive culinary experiences.

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