Hotels near Santuario Santa Maria delle Grazie

Two starkly different themes have earned this beautiful old square its fame: superb Venetian architecture and a horrific terrorist attack in the 1970s.

Wait until the turn of the hour to see this beautiful old clock tower whirr into action, just as it has done since the 16th century.

Admire the diverse architectural styles evident in Brescia’s large and impressive domed cathedral, which took more than two centuries to complete.

Trace eight centuries of Brescia’s history in this central square, where medieval, Baroque and modern architecture chronicles the different faces of the city.

See remnants of old Roman mosaics in this circular 11th-century Romanesque basilica, which stands on the site of an even older church.

You can browse the exhibits at Santa Maria della Pace, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Brescia. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.

Find out about the history of Brescia with a stop at Il Broletto. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Explore the great outdoors at Rock Engravings National Park, a lovely green space in Brescia. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.