Piazza Vecchia

Bergamo, Italy

The historic heart of Città Alta, home to cafes and bars.

Places in Piazza Vecchia

Bar Flora A delightful bar and coffee shop in Piazza Vecchia offering authentic Italian flavours.

Best time to visit: May to September offers pleasant weather for exploring Città Alta's walls, while November's Donizetti Opera Festival adds major cultural energy.
Getting around: Città Alta and Città Bassa are connected by a funicular; both areas are walkable once reached.
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Language: Italian. English is common in tourism.
Timezone: CET (UTC+1, UTC+2 in summer)
Current trends: Bergamo's status as Italian Capital of Culture 2023 continues to elevate its dining and cultural reputation, with the Donizetti Opera Festival drawing world-class opera lovers to menus inspired by the composer's favourite dishes.

Città Alta (Upper City) — The medieval hilltop city, encircled by UNESCO-recognised Venetian walls.
Città Bassa (Lower City) — The more modern lower city below the hilltop.