Top 10 Culture in Bergamo

Destination: Bergamo.
Treat yourself to a private tour to discover the hidden corners of the Upper Town of Bergamo, with a certified professional guide. History and culture play a very important role in everyday life in Bergamo. Especially in the Upper Town you can find an ancient beautiful gems, which conserved the most ancient part of city, considered the clear proof of the importance of the city throughout history, such as the Venetian walls (UNESCO World Heritage site). Meet your monolingual guide directly outside the funicular station and you will be ready to start your 2.5-hour private tour. Stroll throughout the ancient and small streets and admire the most important and symbolic places of the Upper Town, such as the Rocca and Piazza Vecchia with its Cathedral. Find out not only the most important places but also unknown spots full of intrigues and secrets. The tour is highly customizable, both in the itinerary and in the language.
Known For: Bergamo Historical Tours, Bergamo Architecture Tours, Bergamo Private Sightseeing Tours, Bergamo Walking Tours.
Duration: Around 2 hours and a half.

Destination: Bergamo.
You speak French, you go through Bergamo and you want to discover the upper city? You're in the right place! I am Valentina, born in Bergamo but French by training: I studied at the Ecole du Louvre in Paris and today I am official guide of the city of Bergamo. Come with me to feel comfortable with a qualified Francophone guide and visit Bergamo without exhausting yourself: my visits never exceed 1h30! Are you ready for a trip back in time, between important monuments and hidden corners? We will start with the incredible panoramas of the Rocca Castle. Then we will cross the medieval streets and old market squares, passing between fountains, washhouses and towers. Finally we will arrive in the political and religious heart of the city: Piazza Vecchia and Piazza Duomo, to enter (if opening hours allow) the Colleoni Chapel, a Renaissance masterpiece. Discover Bergamo's old town with me: I'm waiting for you!
Known For: Bergamo Historical Tours, Bergamo Culture, Bergamo Walking Tours, Bergamo Seasonal, Bergamo Small Group, Bergamo New Product.
Duration: Around 1 hour and a half.

Destination: Bergamo.
Explore Upper Town with a private tour full of stories, curiosities and secrets that only a local can reveal to you: ideal for those who want to discover the authentic soul of Bergamo, with an engaging approach, without too many technicalities. A unique experience that no app or paper guide could guarantee. Book now and experience the magic of Upper Town to the fullest!
Known For: Bergamo Art Tours, Bergamo Walking Tours, Bergamo Photography Tours, Bergamo Cultural Tours, Bergamo Private Sightseeing Tours, Bergamo New Product.

Destination: Bergamo.
Visit to one of the most pittoresque city in Lombardy. Imersion into Italian history and art, stroll along narrow paved streets. Admiring noble palaces, peaking towers, squares, fountains and churches and breathtaking view.
Known For: Bergamo Historical Tours, Bergamo Culture, Bergamo Walking Tours, Bergamo Half-day Tours, Bergamo Cultural Tours, Bergamo Private Sightseeing Tours.
Duration: Around 3 hours.

Destination: Bergamo.
Depart from Como for a luxury speedboat cruise: be enchanted by the historic villas and magical views of the lake. In Varenna, an exclusive stop to taste fine wines and experience timeless emotions.
Known For: Bergamo Spring Break, Bergamo Architecture Tours, Bergamo Jet Boat Rentals, Bergamo Zombie, Bergamo Zombie Slice, Bergamo Speed Boat Rentals, Bergamo Half-day Tours, Bergamo Small Group, Bergamo Cultural Tours, Bergamo Water Tours.
Duration: Around 5 hours.

Destination: Bergamo.
The tower house is private and can only be visited by appointment, otherwise it is not open to the public. Accompanied by the owners it will be possible to see and touch the historical evolution of the building, as well as the historical center of the city itself, starting from the pre-Romanesque period to the Middle Ages, to then see the Renaissance period and finally reach the early twentieth century. A unique experience is the visit of the interior and the top two floors of the tower, containing period furniture and furnishings, still lived in by the owners themselves. You can also admire the portraits of the ancestors of the hosts, as well as those of the kings of Italy, from Vittorio Emanuele II to Umberto II, see their family tree and much more. From the top floor you can see the city from above, the Po valley below and the Orobic pre-Alps. In fact, the building was born as a tower house and from its top you could control the whole surrounding area. A tour through history.
Known For: Bergamo Historical Tours, Bergamo Culture, Bergamo Walking Tours, Bergamo Cultural Tours, Bergamo Private Sightseeing Tours.
Duration: Around 1 hour and a half.

Destination: Bergamo.
This tour, led by an expert certified guide, will allow you to be captivated by the architectural beauties of Bergamo, but not only that. You will immerse yourself in a centuries-long history, the traces of which are still visible today, while being told unique secrets and anecdotes.
Known For: Bergamo Private Sightseeing Tours, Bergamo Historical Tours, Bergamo Walking Tours, Bergamo Cultural Tours, Bergamo Private and Luxury.
Duration: Around 2 hours and a half.

Destination: Bergamo.
An up and down tour to discover Bergamo, its old city, the ancient Venetian walls, a UNESCO heritage site, and the Upper Town. Definitely the simplest and most fun way to discover this city which is a true open-air museum. Perfect for those who have a short stay but want to see and discover as many things as possible and quickly about Bergamo and its surroundings. A perfect mix of comfort, relaxation and practicality of use.
Known For: Bergamo Tuk Tuk Tours , Bergamo Private Sightseeing Tours, Bergamo New Product, Bergamo Cultural Tours, Bergamo City Tours.
Duration: Around 1 hour.

Destination: Bergamo.
Discover the local history and traditions of Varenna on a hiking tour lead by a local guide. Visit Varenna, a romantic medieval village on Lake Como, the botanical garden of the world-famous Villa Monastero, the castle of Vezio that overlooks the village, and the source of Fiumelatte, one of the shortest rivers in the world, during a hike. Enjoy a walk in nature surrounded by silence and stunning panoramas. Visit the romantic medieval village of Varenna, its colourful narrow streets, and the "Walkway of Lovers." Explore the Castle of Vezio, a medieval castle with a stunning view at the intersection of the three branches of Lake Como. See the Fiumelatte, the second shortest river in Italy, already explored by Leonardo Da Vinci. Visit the Villa Monastero, a beautiful villa with a botanic garden on the lakeshore. Take a break for lunch and taste local products of the area, such as local cheeses and cured meats served with artisanal jams and honey.
Known For: Bergamo Historical Tours, Bergamo Top Product, Bergamo Day Trips, Bergamo Nature and Wildlife Tours, Bergamo Walking Tours, Bergamo Nature Walks, Bergamo Half-day Tours.
Duration: Around 6 hours.

Destination: Bergamo.
Begin your journey from Piazza Mercato delle Scarpe and follow your guide through the charming medieval streets up to Rocca Castle, the perfect spot to enjoy an unexpected view of the Lower Town and the nearby valleys. Your tour will then continue on to Piazza Vecchia, the center of the Upper Town. The square is enclosed by ancient palaces and the imposing civic tower; once in Piazza Duomo, you're sure to be struck by the grand Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, a real treasure of Romanesque art. You'll also have the chance to discover the Cathedral and the Baptistery as well as the Colleoni Chapel. You'll then be taken for a quick walk along Via Corsarola, Bergamo's main street, and you'll get to take in the lively ambiance created by the old and modern shops side by side, the local restaurants and charming little coffee houses. At the end of the experience, you'll be taken to explore the 14th-century Cittadella and its ageless charm.
Known For: Bergamo Private and Luxury, Bergamo Historical Tours, Bergamo Private Sightseeing Tours, Bergamo Cultural Tours, Bergamo City Tours, Bergamo Walking Tours.
Duration: Around 2 hours and a half.