Bergamo Half Day Trip from Milan

Bergamo has perched aloft the Alps with stunning views of the mountain range and its deep valleys. A hidden gem often neglected by tourists, Bergamo is a wondrous town with rich architecture and age-old history. The town also houses a UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Venetian Walls, and is the source of plenty of legends, myths, and actual history. Take in the La Citta dei Mille (The City of Thousands) and discover its many wonders on a walking tour. You’re guaranteed to learn something new while gazing at stunning monuments and picturesque landscapes.

You’ll explore the city, its popular attractions and breathtaking scenery along with a professional guide. And the best part, this tour is just a half-a-day experience. So if you’re looking to take some time and escape the city, then this is just the perfect tour for you. In fact, you’ll even be back in Milan for a dinner at any of your local favorites. If you don’t have any, be sure to ask the guide to suggest you some. A hidden jewel, a dip in history, incredible memories and the road less traveled; this is something you do not want to miss.

An afternoon tour which begins post lunch, this one is a bit of a treat! Hop on the air-conditioned coach and escape the clutches of traffic and street lights as you make your way towards the northern part of Lombardy. Your destination: Bergamo - The City of Thousands.

Famous for its history, the town is divided into two halves, the upper and lower, which are divided by a wall. Not just any wall, this wall used to be the powerful Venetian defensive systems, today a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Spread across five kilometers, the Medieval walls are steeped in history and are a physical reminder of Italy’s warring history.

Your guide will take you on a two-hour walking tour of the city where you can take it its many sights. Explore the vibrant downtown area, the elegant Piazza Vecchia, the Lion of Saint Mark facade at Palazzo della Ragione and other prominent sites. As the tour continues, not only are you going to be amazed at the rich history and culture, but you’ll also be filled with a sense of awe and wonder. Gaze out from the top and take in a landscape that stretches all the way to Lake Como located 120 km away.

After you tour is done, you can stroll around the city for a while before taking the coach back to Milan.

These are some of the top attractions in Belgamo: - Cittadella - Colleoni Chapel - Piazza Vecchia - Palazzo della Ragiona - Palazzo Nuovo - Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore - Bergamo Cathedral - Rocca