Brixia. Roman archeological area
One of the most significant and best-preserved archaeological sites in Italy, recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The city of Brescia still preserves the monumental remains of the ancient Roman Brixia, testifying to the city’s long history: the republican sanctuary (first century BCE), the Capitolium (73 CE) with the remains of the imperial age and the nineteenth-century museum additions, the Winged Victory, with part of the bronze collection and, lastly, the Roman theatre (first – third century CE).
This area has been progressively unearthed and enhanced since 1823, when, thanks to a public subscription, the Ateneo di Scienze Lettere e Arti of Brescia began archaeological investigations based on the few elements that had surfaced on private property. The campaign led to extraordinary results, recognising the Capitoline Temple and many of its furnishings, the Roman theatre and the collection of large bronzes which included the Winged Victory. In 1830, the first of the city’s museums, the Museo Patrio, was inaugurated inside the restored Roman temple.
We would like to inform our visitors that the Roman Theatre in Brescia is temporarily closed to the public whilst work begins to breathe new life into the city’s archaeological heart.
We recommend buying tickets before the visit.
