National Geographic Historia Netherlands editor visits Brescia's UNESCO

National Geographic Historia Netherlands editor visits Brescia's UNESCO sites

Between 4 and 7 May 2026, an editor from National Geographic Historia Netherlands visited Brescia to learn about and document the city's most significant archaeological and historical sites. The program, organized with local institutions, focused on UNESCO heritage and the Roman and Lombard traces across the province.

Main stops of the archaeological tour

• Brixia – Archaeological Park of Roman Brescia: the Capitolium temple and the Roman theatre are central to understanding the city's ancient past.
• Lombard complex: an in-depth look at Lombard power centers and related monuments.
• Santa Giulia Museum and Brescia Castle (including the Luigi Marzoli Arms Museum): exhibitions that complement the archaeological sites.
• Urban itinerary: Piazza Paolo VI, Piazza della Loggia, Piazza della Vittoria, the Old and New Cathedrals, the Basilica of San Salvatore and the Oratory of Santa Maria in Solario.
• Garda area: Desenzano Roman Villa and the Grottoes of Catullus in Sirmione, to round out the account of Roman presence in the region.

Why it matters

An international press visit highlights the significance of local archaeological heritage and helps promote it internationally. Emphasizing Brixia, Lombard complexes and Roman villas helps narrate the area's historical layers, valuable for researchers and cultural tourists alike.

Practical tips for visitors

• Plan by days: split visits over several days to comfortably cover the archaeological park, museums and lakeside sites.
• Tickets and guided tours: check online availability for entry and guided tours, especially for the archaeological park and Santa Giulia Museum.
• Transport: combine public transport with walking or a car to bridge urban and lakeside locations efficiently.
• Updated info: consult official sites of each institution for opening times, temporary exhibitions and any restrictions.

Visits like this enhance public awareness of Brescia's archaeological assets and provide useful ideas for planning a focused cultural itinerary in the area. For tickets and schedules, refer to the official channels of the individual sites.