Just 45 kilometers away from Milan is a city worth visiting at least once in your life. The walls of Bergamo unite 6 cities. The connection of medieval and modern times create strong emotions during your tour of the city from Cita Bassa to Citta Alta. The bustling alleys, the wonderful neighborhoods, the warmth of the residents, the wonderful smells from the goodies prepared by the cuisines and the artistic aura that the city exudes will make you fall in love with it.
Currency: Euro
Calling Code: +39
Nearest airports from city center: Bergamo Il Caravaggio International Airport (6km), Milan Linate Airport (51km), Brescia Airport (68km), Milan Malpensa Airport (92km), Verona Airport (109km), Bologna Airport (236km).
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** PIAZZA VECCHIA BERGAMO ALTA (Piazza Vecchia, 12, 24129 Bergamo BG)
It was the center of the city’s political power for centuries and is now the meeting point for locals and tourists. It is one of the most beautiful spots in all of Italy.
*** ACCADEMIA CARRARA (Piazza Giacomo Carrara, 82, 24121 Bergamo BG)
It is one of the most impressive Italian galleries and has over 1,800 works of art dating back two centuries.
*** BASILICA DI SANTA MARIA MAGGIORE (Piazza Duomo, 5, 24129 Bergamo BG)
The city and the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore have been linked since the early 1100s. The plague has spread in Europe and the people of Bergamo asked the Madonna for help to protect themselves. To please her they built this particular church in the middle of the 12th century. This is a masterful piece of art.
*** CIVIC MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCES (P.za della Cittadella, 10, 24129 Bergamo BG)
It was opened in 1861 and hosts millions of natural finds. You will find specimens related to zoology, entomology, paleontology, geology. A mammoth will welcome you to the museum!
*** ROCCA DI BERGAMO (Piazzale Brigata Legnano, 16, 24129 Bergamo BG)
Take the walk towards the Fort and enjoy the 360° panoramic view. It dates from the 14th century and visit, among other things, the Museum that describes the History of the city.
*** BERGAMO CATHEDRAL (Piazza Duomo, 24129 Bergamo BG)
The baroque and neoclassical architecture of the Roman Catholic church will impress you. It is dedicated to Saint Alexander who is the patron saint of Bergamo.
*** PALAZZO AGLIARDI (Via Pignolo, 86, 24121 Bergamo BG)
Visit the historic city palace. It has incredibly beautiful rooms decorated with frescoes from the 1700s, a wonderful garden and old-time objects that will delight you.
*** PALAZZO DELLA RAGIONE (Piazza Vecchia, 8A, 24129 Bergamo BG)
See the buildings of insurmountable beauty with their wonderful and sophisticated aesthetics. Enjoy the Palace which now exhibits the culture and history of the city with important art exhibitions.
*** PALAZZO E GIARDINI MORONI (Via Porta Dipinta, 12, 24129 Bergamo BG)
Visit a magnificent building that includes well-preserved interiors, a rich art collection, period furniture, an Italian garden, rooms with frescoes from the 17th to 19th centuries and much more that will take you back in time.
*** BERGAMO BOTANICAL GARDEN “LORENTZO ROTA” (Scaletta Colle Aperto, 24129 Bergamo BG)
Stroll through the 2,400 square meter gardens and enjoy the beauty of over 1,200 plant species. Climb a flight of 141 steps to see the panoramic view of the Upper Town.
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** One of the most emblematic points of the city is Porta San Giacomo.
*** For those who love art, then GAMeC is a great choice.
*** Monastero Matris Domini – Museo is also an ideal place to visit during your stay in Bergamo.
*** We would also recommend you to go to the Civic Archaeological Museum.
*** Museo Del Tesoro Della Cattedrale is another museum to spend your time pleasantly.
*** Cappella Colleoni should be in your top choices to visit.
*** Mura Veneziane-Patrimonio mondiale dell’UNESCO! You should definitely see it up close.
*** Chiesa Di San Michele Al Pozzo Bianco is a church worth seeing
FOOD AND DRINK
You are in Lombardy and you absolutely must try an espresso. For food try Paccheri alla Vittorio, Casoncelli alla bergamasca, Costoletta alla Milanese, Risotto alla Milanese, Ossobuco, Cassöeula, Mondeghili and Panettone. The local delicacy is Casonsei which is meat-filled ravioli. Of course, pizzas and all kinds of pasta should be on your agenda. You should definitely try various traditional cheeses such as Taleggio, Branzi, Formai de Mut dell’Alta Valle Brembana and Strachitunt. Accompany your food with local wines or Italian beers. In Bergamo you can try for dessert an awesome straciatella.
WHERE TO STAY
It has many hotels and apartments to stay mainly in the center. It has hundreds of accommodations also a few kilometers away from the center. You can find hotels for all budgets.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** Faunistic Park Le Cornelle is an ideal place to have a good time, especially if you have children with you.
*** Centro Commerciale Bergamo is great for your shopping.
*** The main shopping streets are via Sant’Alessandro, via Borfuro, via Sant’Orsola and via XX Settembre
*** Lower Town is a spot preferred by many locals for their shopping.
*** Browse the city’s alleys and you will find hidden shops that hide “treasures” for anyone who wants to buy local products.
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot, by bus or cable car.
CITIES NEAR BERGAMO
Major cities close to Bergamo are Milan (53km), Brescia (54km), Piacenza (106km), Verona (116km), Novarra (122km), Genoa (154km), Turin (184km), Padova (193km), Venice (227km), Bologna (241km), Zurich (312km), Florence (341km).
