Things to do in Brescia

Meet your guide next to the famous Violin Museum and discover the most representative and beautiful sites around the old town, such as Piazza Stradivari, Piazza del Comune, the Cathedral of Cremona and the Torrazzo, the legendary Negozio Sperlari (the most ancient shop in town), the Church of Sant'Abbondio and the Church of Santa Agata. Visit the Cathedral with its sixteenth-century fresco in the central nave, the great Baptistery in Romanesque style, the famous Torrazzo (the highest masonry bell tower in Europe), the Town Hall with beautiful frescoed rooms and the Militia Lodge.  The tour then continues with a pleasant walk in the so-called district of Luthiers to see the places where the famous Stradivari lived. Follow your guide and visit some historical shops in Via Solferino, then walk through the paved Roman road where you can observe up-close two important remains of 'cardo' and 'decumano' streets, which are situated approximately 4 feet from street level. Towards the end of the guided tour, head back to the Violin Museum for a visit. You'll be fascinated by the five centuries old violin-making tradition in Cremona, by the instruments, and the stories you'll discover inside the museum.

Take a day trip from Brescia to the Franciacorta region for a winery visit and a tasting session of some of the world's finest bubbly. Escape the city in a private air-conditioned minivan with a free Wi-Fi connection. Enjoy a three-course lunch in a traditional restaurant in the heart of Franciacorta and taste one of the most prestigious wines of the region. After lunch, you'll reach one of the most representative wineries for a guided tour and tasting accompanied by an expert sommelier. You will learn the history of famous Italian sparkling wines along with the main phases of the production process. You'll also get to explore the cellar, where the bottles are kept during the second fermentation phase. The tour will finish with a tasting of two Franciacorta. In the afternoon, after the visit at the winery, coast along the Franciacorta Wine Route passing through the hillside vineyards, you'll discover why this region has become so iconic.

Head off on a beautiful journey into the countryside of northern Italy and discover the best food and wine the region has to offer, served in one of the most sumptuous Renaissance surroundings. At one of Verona’s most distinguished villas, encircled by the vineyards of Valpolicella, you will not only taste the gourmet delights of this top Italian kitchen, you will get a chance to cook them. See the ancient, well-stocked cellars and taste Amarone, the rich, dry red wine made from partially dried grapes. Start with a guided tour of the best Valpolicella wine cellar before moving onto Amarone vineyards, owned by one of the most renowned wine makers in Italy and set in the beautiful rolling hillsides surrounding Verona. Here you will learn all about the characteristics of the various grape varieties and the viticulture behind Valpolicella wine. Then, continue to one of the finest examples of Renaissance buildings just 30 minutes from Verona. The villa is famous for its magnificent fireplaces, featuring stone-carved recherché creatures that are both a wonder and a mystery to behold. The villa’s architecture is typical of sixteenth-century Italy, symmetric but versatile, and designed to revive the Golden Age. While there, you will learn how to cook some of the dishes traditionally served in this region, as the villa’s head chef takes you through a late-morning cooking class entitled, "The Pearls of our Cuisine: Pasta and Amarone." Learn the fundamentals of fresh pasta-making in all its different forms and find out about the delicious sauces and condiments that traditionally accompany it. You will also be shown how to make braised beef with Amarone and, to top it all off, the chef will introduce you to sbrisolona, the delectable, crumbly Italian sweet. The chefs of the villa will do their best to please you with fine, traditional cuisine complemented with the best local wines. Taste several kinds of Amarone and learn to recognize it by its slightly spicy bitterness, which is reminiscent of roasted almonds. Indulge in the gourmet lunch before the monstrous fireplaces in one of the spectacular halls of the villa. Finally, digest your meal with a stroll in the idyllic and mesmerizing landscape surrounding the villa. Gaze out onto the vineyards that spread out for miles under the Italian sun, as they have done for hundreds of years.

Enjoy getting a seat on the regular service between Brescia and Milan Bergamo Airport. Relax on an air-conditioned, comfortable coach with bags stowed away. Take in the scenic views one the 1 hour transfer between Brescia and the airport. Travel to or from the airport with the same convenient service. Aviod the stress of navigating public transport while lugging heavy bags. Journey without having to haggle with a taxi. Stop on request at the Franciacorta Outlet about 20 minutes from Brescia and about 40 minutes from the airport to get in some quality shopping. Get to your destination, with only the stops you want with this transfer.

Discover the hidden gem of a city, tucked at the foot of the Alps in northern Italy. Brescia is in the UNESCO World Heritage. You will visit the most beautiful and important places in the city. What remains the famous Forum Square and Medieval Square? What is the other name of the Old Cathedral? Together with the local professional guide, you will find out many fascinating facts and will hear intriguing stories. What is so special about the Venetian Clock Tower? What view you can see from the seat of the Town Hall? Together with a local guide, you will discover what makes this Lombardy city so special. The tour starts in front of the Old Cathedral, originally called "La Rotunda" due to its unique round layout. Take a peek inside and learn some facts about one of the few Romanesque round churches in Italy. Then, witness and explore Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta. Enjoy in numerous mosaics and paintings. Additionally, discover historical, Renaissance buildings and a clocktower from 1500s. Further, experience majestic Castle of Brescia

Celebrate Christmas and winter with a guided tour through Brescia. Learn about the city's winter traditions from your local guide, walk past the Old Cathedral, and see the Torre della Pallata. Meet your guide in the Piazza della Loggia and begin your magical Christmas adventure. Head out into the decorated city with your local guide. As you walk, hear about Brescia's many Christmas traditions. Walk by intricately decorated houses, ready for Christmas. Stroll through the bustling Christmas Market, and stop to purchase a souvenir. As you wander through the city center, stop to admire the Torre della Pallata and the massive Old Cathedral. Hear from your local guide what Brescians eat during the holidays to celebrate the festive season and get insider tips on the best places to taste traditional foods.

The tour starts around 9:00 am with the pick-up at your accommodation in Milan. A comfortable private luxury van transfer service with air-conditioning will take you to Franciacorta. The drive lasts about one hour. Once in Franciacorta you will meet the wine tour leader that will assist you for the day. The first stop, at about 10.00 am, is a premium winery, meaning a renowned historical winery, a modern large company or a boutique winery. The visit includes an introduction to the Franciacorta wine region, its history and some facts about its development. The hospitality staff will explain to you the method of production (the same of the Champagne!), showing you the journey of the grapes through the cellar. The guided visit is followed by the tasting of two Franciacorta DOCG wines. After this lovely tasting, we will reach a charming little trattoria, where you will enjoy a three courses lunch. The menu could includes dishes from the tradition of Franciacorta area such as manzo all’olio di Rovato, braised beef cooked slowly in olive oil served with polenta, or Clusane’s baked stuffed tench, or Franciacorta Risotto, or casoncelli (ravioli pasta stuffed with bread, cheese and meat). Around 3.00 pm, next in our agenda, there is a second cellar tour. This time to a small family-run winery. There you will have the chance to discover the producer philosophy and the features of the Franciacorta wines. At the end of the visit, you will taste three Franciacorta DOCG wines. Return transfer to Milan, you will be back at your accommodation at about 5.00 pm. The itinerary could change according to the availability.