Bergamo holidays and city breaks

Bergamo is a small city located 60km northeast of Milan. It’s a stunning walled city divided into two parts: the Upper Town (Città Alta) and Lower Town (Città Bassa). 

Città Alta sits atop a hill surrounded by 16th Century Venetian walls. Inside the walls, you’ll find winding cobbled streets, pretty piazzas, historic buildings and two ancient Roman roads. 

Città Bassa is the modern part of Bergamo, below the Venetian walls. It’s connected to upper Bergamo via a funicular. 

A visit to Bergamo is made for exploring. Explore the small streets and intricate churches in Città Alta. Take the funicular to Città Bassa and indulge in some retail therapy. Visit Milan and experience the grandeur of Il Duomo and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Or, Immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery of Italy’s Lake District.