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- German
- English
- Italian
- French
- Spanish
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.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
In front of the restaurant 'Polentone'.
Itinerary
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Visit the "Città Alta"...
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2
The tour will start from Piazza Mercato delle Scarpe...
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Walk with your local guide through medieval streets that have maintained their ancient charm until you reach the Rocca castle. In the past the Rocca represented a defensive structure for the city, but today it's just a wonderful spot from which you can enjoy an unexpected view on the Lower Town and the neighboring valleys.
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
4
The walk will continue towards Piazza Vecchia, the heart of the Upper Town, surrounded by ancient communal palaces and the imposing civic tower.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
There you'll also see the Cathedral, the Baptistery and the Colleoni Chapel, an outstanding Renaissance building...
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
6
Once you enter Piazza Duomo, you'll be fascinated by the majestic and unique Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, a real jewel of Romanesque art.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Your guide will then take you to see the charm and beauty of the Cittadella, built by the Visconti family in the XIV century.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This is a private activity. Only your group will participate
- Wheelchair and stroller accessible
- Remember that the tour will take place even if it rains; in the event of unusually heavy rain, the tour may be canceled, and you will be given a full refund
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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