Best places: Museums in Lombardy

Fairytale villa built in 12th century much used by filmmakers including James Bond and Star Wars.

Cemetery known for its funerary sculpture in differing styles, some by famous artists/architects.

Graceful palazzo used by Napoleon, with medieval and Renaissance art especially from Northern Italy.

One-time villa residence of Gabriele d'Annunzio, with memorabilia & an amphitheater in the grounds.

Palace with whimsical interiors & erotic frescoes, plus a museum with art & history displays.

Museum of Italian car maker Alfa Romeo, with exhibits like a 4D film & vintage & prototype vehicles.

14-acres of landscaped gardens & a frieze of Alexander entering Babylon, commissioned by Napoleon.

Founded in 1170, this Catholic monastery above Lake Maggiore is accessible by stairs or an elevator.

Centuries-old church with a marble facade & ornate frescoes, plus a treasury of religious relics.

Stradivari violin, viola & cello displays in a museum hosting concerts & instrument-making courses.

Established museum with works from the 15th–19th centuries by celebrated artists, plus a gift shop.

Elegant museum containing an extensive collection of Italian art & paintings by the Flemish masters.

👍 Interesting memorial near the central station dedicated to all the Jews that were deported from here. People were forced onto a special train that departed from this cursed track that was originally used to carry livestock. There is a free guided tour made by volunteers. Entrance fee is about 12 eur...

👍👍 Amazing 16th century countryside villa very well maintained by FAI (Fondo Ambiente Italiano, Italian National Trust). Very much appreciated was a guided tour provided by Marvellous Signora Stefania, highly educated, informed and well spoken FAI volunteer. Recomend spending some time in the shades o...

16th-century townhouse with a sumptuous interior, housing Renaissance decorative arts & paintings.

👍👍 Loved it! Very interesting and well worth seeking out. Free entry, they ask for a donation instead.

Aristocratic family's neoclassical former palace, filled with murals, furnishings, books & more.

This tower was built in the 12th century as a home for the Suardi family & offers panoramic views.

👍👍 Wonderful place a bit challenging as a path (not to be done in hot weather) but the effort is worth it all. I didn't think it was that good! It takes a couple of hours to get around it and if you also want to visit d'Annunzio's house you have to book it in advance otherwise it is difficult to find...