Location: Bergamo
Top Things to do in Bergamo
Top 10 Architectural Buildings in Bergamo, Lombardy
Bergamo is a northern Italy treasure. Dating from 49 BC, Bergamo has two centers: the Alta (upper) city and the Bassa (lower) city, connected by a funicular and walking trails. For historic sites, go to Alta for the Piazza Vecchia,the Cattedrale di Bergamo e Battistero, and the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore Baptistry, as well as the quirky mausoleum of Rastelli, the world famous juggler. Bassa is more modern and residential, and boasts Via 20 Settembre - the shopping district.
Restaurants in Bergamo
1. La Citta Alta
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8,014 reviews
Reviewed By 537gwynethr - Altrincham, United Kingdom
Cita Alta, Bergamo's old town, is the most amazing place. I spotted it whilst travelling from Bergamo airport to the train station and cut short a visit to Milan to go and see it and I am so glad that I did. It is the most wonderful old town, full of cobbled streets and a wonderful piazza with wonderful historical buildings. A great place to wander around and sit and have a drink and watch the world go by. Very atmospheric. It's worth a detour to visit if you fly into Bergarmo and very easy to get to. Just take the No.1 bus (first bus stop as you leave the arrivals hall and signposted Bergamo. Get off at the Funiculare stop ( just ask anyone) and then take the funicular train up to the old town. Depending on traffic this takes 20-30 mins from the airport. You can leave your luggage at the airport but do not follow the left luggage signs as that takes you on a detour. From the arrivals hall cross straight into the carpark and then on the left you will see the carhire office. The left luggage facility is part of that building.
2. Palazzo Polli Stoppani
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
3. Torre del Gombito
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4.5 based on 125 reviews
Reviewed By Road578917
If you happened to be in Milan, please leave at least one day for Bergamo. This city is UNESCO World Heritage for reason. It would take you about 45 min from Milano Centrale Railway Station and another few min by funicular to Citta’Alta-upper city, (but definitely go on foot on your way back to soak and absorb the beauty). I guarantee you will be sold forever. Please climb to Gombito Tower- you will be awarded by the most spectacular view over Bergamo. Bad news- steps are very narrow, so no flip flops. The good news- if I could do it, everyone can. Now, it will be your ‘Oh’ and ‘Ah’ moment.
4. Palazzo Terzi
5. Palazzo Della Ragione
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4.5 based on 194 reviews
Reviewed By Margo7850p
Probably everyone who appears in Piazza Vecchia will see it. It is said to be the oldest communal palace in Italy. This 12th century building was rebuilt in the 15th century and three centuries later stripped of all its Venetian ornaments. In the mid-twentieth century, the symbol of Venice - the Lion of St. Mark - returned to the facade. Despite its strict lines, it is one of the most beautiful buildings in Bergamo, one of the symbols of the city. The large hall, is used for temporary, cultural exhibitions . Definitely worth a visit.
6. Civica Biblioteca Angelo Mai
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4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By Margo7850p
The library is located in the Palazzo Nuovo in Citta Alta. Palazzo Nuovo was built over many centuries. Construction began in 1604 and was completed in 1958 by placing six sculptures over the window tops of the first floor of the facade. The facade was completed in 1900, covered with white marble, captivates with the elegance of the neoclassical style, matching the architecture of Piazza Vecchia. The Angelo Mai Library in Bergamo was established on February 13, 1768. It contains many ancient and rare books. Since 1768, the number of volumes has continued to increase, so that the library now has approximately 700,000 volumes. The library is one of the most important historical libraries in Italy. Magnificent.
7. Fondazione Museo di Palazzo Moroni
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4.5 based on 27 reviews
8. Centro Piacentiniano
9. Porta Sant'Agostino
10. Porta San Giacomo
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4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By 545medva - Budapest, Hungary
This is one of the four big gates of the Upper Town. Built by the Venetians and we thouight this is the most impressive gate of all of them.
