Top Bergamo Walking Tours

Bergamo can sometimes feel inaccessible to foreign visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private walking tour. This is a personalized experience where you will discover the exterior of monuments, including museums. However, if you wish to include a museum visit, we can provide a customized itinerary—just let us know beforehand. Your guide contacts you in advance to understand your interests, ensuring you visit only the sites you want. As you wander the city, your guide shares insights into Bergamo’s culture, history, and hidden gems. Perfect for families, solo travelers, or couples, this tour offers an authentic connection to the city through the eyes of a local expert.

The Best Way to Discover Bergamo: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a taste of the original Stracciatella ice cream at La Marianna or a coffee in Piazza Vecchia and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Piazza Mercato delle Scarpe, Porta San Giacomo, Santa Maria Maggiore, Bergamo Cathedral, Palazzo della Ragione, Campanone, Piazza Vecchia, University of Bergamo, Piazza Cittadella, and La Marianna.

Get an inside look into Bergamo’s historic cuisine with this gastro-tour led by a foodie guide. Explore the old town of Bergamo Alta on foot, stopping to sample rustic specialties and rich traditional dishes in a number of restaurants along the way. Learn about the evolution of the local cuisine from the Lombards to today, and end your tour with a scoop of stracciatella gelato, created in Bergamo.

Explore Bergamo at your own pace with a self-guided walking tour on your phone. You get a clear map of all 11 stops, simple directions through Google Maps, and short audio stories you can play when you reach each location. The route covers the historic Upper Town, from Piazza Mercato delle Scarpe to the Piazza della Cittadella, passing sites like the Torre del Gombito, Piazza Vecchia, the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore, and the Colleoni Chapel. Start anytime, pause whenever you like, and explore freely. No groups, no schedules. Audio and text available in 7 languages.

Discover the best of Verona and Sirmione on a day trip from Bergamo. Take a walking tour of Verona, Shakespeare’s setting for his play 'Romeo and Juliet,' seeing the balcony associated with Juliet, and massive Roman Arena. Enjoy free time to stroll, shop, or have lunch (own expense), and continue to Sirmione, overlooking Lake Garda. Explore this medieval town independently, perhaps visiting its castle and Roman villa, before returning to Bergamo.

Bergamo is a city of unique charms, where the modern lower town bustles under the watchful gaze of the ancient upper town. On this 75-minute self-guided walking tour, you’ll explore Upper Bergamo (or Città Alta) with its iconic towers, fountains and Roman origins, and notice the contrasts with its more modern counterpart. The tour starts in the Lower Town, where you’ll discover hidden passages in Piazza Mercato delle Scarpe, which connects the upper and lower towns. From there, you’ll see the remaining towers that once made Bergamo a “forest of towers,” including San Pancrazio, Torre del Gombito, and the iconic Campanone.

Embark on a gastronomic journey through the charming streets of Bergamo Alta, where history and cuisine intertwine seamlessly. Indulge in the flavors of Lombard cuisine as you sample rustic specialties and traditional dishes at carefully selected restaurants tucked away in the old town's alleys. Your knowledgeable guide will regale you with tales of the culinary evolution of Lombardy, from ancient recipes to modern interpretations. Between bites, discover Bergamo's most famous landmarks, such as the awe-inspiring Piazza Vecchia, the majestic Palazzo della Ragione, and the historic Venetian walls that encircle the city. Marvel at the architectural wonders that stand as testament to Bergamo's rich heritage while savoring the distinct flavors of the region. Conclude your tour with a sweet treat, indulging in a scoop of Bergamo's renowned stracciatella gelato, a delightful finale to your culinary adventure.

Toss the dry guidebook and explore the medieval center of Bergamo’s upper town with a private guide for a more engaging way to get to know the city and its history. Start directly from the funicular and take in the UNESCO-listed Venetian city walls, fortress, Piazza Vecchia, cathedral, and other top sights in just a few hours without the hassle of following a map while you learn about Bergamo’s past glory.

Make a quick day trip to Venice, including a walking tour from Bergamo. Skip the hassle of renting a car and navigating unfamiliar roads on this full-day tour, including round-trip transportation from a central meeting point in 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!

Discover sights and uncover gems you might otherwise miss in the UNESCO-listed ‘City of the Thousand’ on this private walking tour of Bergamo. Join your guide for a stroll around the historic Upper Town to marvel at architectural gems such as the castle, Cittadella, and the Basilica of Santa Maria, plus browse the shops and cafés along Via Corsarola and Piazza Vecchia. Pick up recommendations and tips for further exploring on your own after the tour.

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.

The goddess Artemis has summoned you. As the fearless heroine Atalanta—legendary for her speed and courage - you’ve been chosen to recover 10 Golden Balls hidden across Bergamo’s vibrant streets. Your mission? Complete a divine challenge that honors myth, movement, and memory. This self-guided adventure takes you through the lower city of Bergamo, where every step reveals puzzles, clues, and stories tied to local legends and hidden spots. Using your phone as your guide, you’ll follow GPS directions, solve interactive challenges, and uncover ancient echoes behind modern landmarks. What makes this tour unique? It blends Greek mythology with real-world exploration, offering a thrilling walking game that’s equal parts history, mystery, and motion. Perfect for sporty explorers, families, and friends seeking an epic challenge with a local twist.

Get more out of your time in Bergamo with a private guided walking tour of the “città alta,” the charming old town atop the funicular. Explore winding streets to discover sweeping views and architectural gems. In-depth commentary covers Bergamo’s medieval history. Note that funicular tickets and entrance fees, including the church of St. Mary, are not included.

Experience your Bergamo vacation on your own, listening to the audio content of our app on your smartphone. It will be like having at your side a tour guide who will tell you the history, points of interest and curiosities of the city. Once organized, take your first step into town as your audio guide tells you surprising facts and curiosities about its streets. Look up at monuments and increase your understanding. Benefit from an audio guide without an expiry date plus no tickets to collect or meeting place. Listen to the audio guide online, or offline. The audio content is professionally created by a group of top authors and interpreted by TV and radio professionals. The smartphone is yours and you will therefore not have contact with unsanitary devices provided by third parties. There is no need to book or to be present at a specific time or date. The Audioguide can be downloaded and used immediately, it never expires, and any date/time indicated here is not binding!

Join an exciting 60-minute walking journey through Bergamo. Learn all the key facts about the city, dive into the local lifestyle, and feel its unique culture. From Piazza Vecchia to Porta San Giacomo, get to discover the city's most defining landmarks. Your Local will also share insider tips on the best cafes, restaurants, and lively bars in Bergamo to ensure you get the most out of your stay. • See Bergamo through a local's eyes, uncovering the city's true essence. • Discover its hilltop setting and layered architecture, showcasing Bergamo’s historic depth and refined charm. • Get top local tips on the best bars, cafes, and restaurants to visit. • Maximize your time, discovering more of Bergamo in less time. • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group, with a maximum of 8 travellers.

Skip the hassle of touring with a guidebook and map and join a local insider guide for an in-depth visit to Bergamo’s top sights. Learn about the history of this medieval gem as you stroll along its cobblestone streets to take in historic palaces, squares, churches, and the bird’s-eye view over the valley. Enjoy the relaxed pace and undivided attention of your guide with a private tour.

BERGAMO BEAUTY & GOODNESS is a full deep immersion in the heart of my town to discover the roots of its fascinating history, the extraordinary artistic patrimony. But Bergamo is not only an historic heritage with precious witnesses everywhere but it is also a gastronomic and cultural heritage to be disclosed to the visitors. "Let's enjoy Bergamo with the EYES, the HEART and finally also with the TASTE BUDS. See you soon in Bergamo!

Our itinerary starts at the nineteenth century Porta Nuova in the lower town, and has its exciting conclusion at the enchanting Piazza Vecchia in the upper Bergamo, the historic village in the hills enclosed by the monumental Venetian Walls. During this unique 5 hour guided food tour we will learn about the history, culture and tradition of this world famous city while stopping by our street food favourites for memorable bites. The tour ends in Piazza Duomo. Our local guide will give shopping advice and provide transportation tips to explore the nightlife districts.

Explore Bergamo’s "città alta" the fun way, playing a smartphone game in the style of an escape room mission. You’ll use all your brainpower to solve clues and crack codes, discovering old town streets that you might not have ventured down otherwise. The game is designed with adults in mind, recommended for ages 13 and up, requires a minimum of two players with separate phones, and lasts around an hour.

Start with a panoramic walk in Bergamo, visit Piazza Pontida market for local ingredients, then enjoy a hands-on cooking session at home with tigelle, frittatine, pancetta, dessert, and wine

Start your visit to Bergamo with this 2-hour walk led by a Local. You’ll discover its highlights, hidden gems, and get practical tips. This is the best introduction to Bergamo. Get to see places like Piazza Vecchia and Porta San Giacomo, along with hidden corners of Bergamo only known to locals that reveal the city’s everyday charm. You'll also receive local insights on where to eat, drink, and how to get around, helping you explore with confidence and make the most of your time. • Get the best intro to Bergamo through its highlights and hidden gems • Learn about typical local products and connect with Bergamo's traditions • Get local tips on where to eat, drink, and how to move around the city • Make the most of your time with this 2-hour walking experience • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group, up to 8 travellers