Itinerary

1. Upper and Lower Town Exploration

   Places to see in Upper Town:

   • Explore the Venetian fortress walls dating back to the 15th century.
   • Visit the Ancient Tower-Fortress of St. Vigilio, which dates back to the 3rd century.
   • Admire the romantic villa in Liberty style, also known as Art Noir style.
   • Discover the Tower of Famine from the 11th century.
   • Experience the charm of the New Square from the 16th century.
   • Step into history at the Old Square, dating back to the 15th century.
   • Marvel at the Duomo, Cathedral of St. Alexander XVII.
   • Climb the Bell Tower, which has stood since the 14th century.
   • Learn about the oldest town hall in Europe, dating back to the 11th century.
   • Explore the New Town Hall constructed in the 16th century.
   • Admire the Sphinx fountain, a masterpiece from the 17th century.
   • View a collection of wooden paintings by a famous Venetian artist from the 16th century.
   • Appreciate the intricate Florentine tapestries dating back to the 17th century.
   • Admire the ancient frescoes from the 11th century.
   • Visit the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, standing since the 11th century.
   • Pay homage to the Chapel-tomb of the Venetian condottiere, a conqueror of Bergamo in the 16th century.
   • Relax at Rose Square, established in the 15th century.
   • Explore the historic Chapel of the Holy Cross, built in the 10th century.
   • Experience a piece of history at the oldest cafeteria, serving patrons before Columbus discovered America.
   • Pass through the Fortress Gate of St. Jacob, erected in the 16th century.
   • Discover the palace square, once the residence of a Russian princess, with exclusive insights not found in tourist guides.
   • Wander through the area of hay where the original tower houses from the 11th-century stand.
   • Uncover the story behind the unique fresco at Fish Square, known for its touching narrative.
   • Gaze upon the Crossroads Tower, showcasing Romanesque architecture.
   • Learn about the evolution of laundry at the first laundry established in the 19th century.
   • Witness craftsmanship at an antique shoemaker's workshop.
   • Explore the charming and intriguing piquant houses from the Middle Ages.
   • Discover Square Boots is a historic site dating back to the 11th century.
   • Conclude your journey with a visit to the oldest bar in Bergamo.

   Places to see in Lower Town:

   • Pass through the New Gate to the Upper Town, built by the Austrians in the 19th century.
   • Visit the Basilica of the Three Graces.
   • Pay respects at The "Soul of Angels" monument, renamed in honor of the victims of covid-19.
   • Admire the Sugar Bowl Fountain.
   • Reflect at the Tower in memory of the victims of the First World War.
   • Attend a service at the only Protestant church from the 19th century.
   • Explore the Bank in Art Noir style - Liberty.
   • Discover the elegance of the quarter built on the site of the famous Bergamo fair throughout Europe.
   • Visit the Benedictine monastery church.
   • Enjoy a performance at the Theater and romantic square, featuring a pond and a monument to the famous composer Gaetano Donizetti, who wrote the opera "Elixir of Love".
   • Marvel at the Monument to Harlequin - Truffaldino.