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BaitoneAlpino Suggests: Museo Nicolis

Ranked among the most exciting and evocative private exhibitions on the international stage, the Nicolis Museum in Verona chronicles the history of 20th-century technology and design. Born from the passion of Luciano Nicolis—a Veronese entrepreneur and collector—the museum features ten thematic sections showcasing legendary brands such as Alfa Romeo, Ferrari, Lancia, Maserati, Bugatti, Rolls-Royce, Avions Voisin, Darracq, and Isotta Fraschini. The collection includes over 200 vintage cars, 104 motorcycles, 114 bicycles, 500 cameras and movie cameras, 100 musical instruments and jukeboxes, 102 typewriters, three aircraft, flight instruments, and a military section featuring World War I and II memorabilia, scale models, and engines. Just minutes away lie some of Northern Italy’s most fascinating destinations: Lake Garda, the art cities of Verona and Mantua, the wine routes of Valpolicella, Soave, and Bardolino, and the "Rice Country," offering rural and cultural itineraries to explore in any season. Venice—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—is also a natural addition to the travel routes associated with the Nicolis. The museum is easily accessible by car, train, or plane and is perfectly integrated into motorcycle and bicycle tourism circuits, thanks in part to its membership in the Verona Garda Bike network. A multilingual team welcomes visitors in Italian, English, and German, ensuring a curated, accessible, and high-quality experience that meets international standards. Ask at our reception: we offer discounts for visiting this magnificent showcase of mechanics and design.