There are two parts to Bergamo: Città Bassa (Lower City) and Città Alta (Upper City).

All of our wedding festivities will take place in Città Alta, so we HIGHLY recommend staying there if possible. Surrounded by magnificent 16th-century Venetian walls, Città Alta is the historic heart of Bergamo and the place we fell in love with.

No matter where you stay within the city walls, you'll be just a short walk from beautiful churches, ancient archaeological sites, historic monuments, incredible restaurants, cafés, and breathtaking views. It's one of the many reasons we chose Bergamo for our wedding. Learn more about Citta Alta here.

We've had wonderful experiences using both Airbnb and Booking.com, and you'll find plenty of charming apartments, boutique hotels, and vacation rentals throughout Città Alta at a variety of price points.

If accommodations inside the walls are unavailable, staying in Città Bassa is also a great option. The Upper City is easily accessible by bus, taxi, or the funicular. Here are some accommodations in Città Alta! Also, there's a 4 star hotel linked near the bottom of the page for the fancy peeps ;).

For most of our guests traveling from the United States, we recommend flying into Milan (Milano Malpensa Airport). It offers far more direct international flight options than Bergamo and is typically the easiest and most affordable choice.

From Milan, you can take a train to Bergamo in about 45–60 minutes for approximately €7.

Once you arrive at Bergamo's train station:

Exit the station and walk toward the left side of the McDonald's building.

Catch Bus Line 1 toward Città Alta.

Enter your accommodation address into Google Maps, and it will tell you exactly which stop to get off at.

Google Maps is excellent for navigating public transportation throughout Italy, and we highly recommend downloading it before your trip.

Another great option is flying into Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY), also known as Milan Bergamo Airport.

While there are no direct flights from Florida, you may find convenient itineraries with a connection in another European city. Bergamo Airport is one of Italy's busiest airports and serves as a major hub for Ryanair and several other European airlines.

From the airport, you can:

Take Bus Line 1 directly to Città Alta.

Take a taxi.

Use Uber (availability may vary).

If taking the bus, we recommend simply tapping your credit card to pay rather than purchasing a paper ticket, especially during busy travel times.

One important note: Vehicle access inside Città Alta is restricted. If you're taking a taxi or rideshare, be aware that your driver may not be permitted to drive all the way to your accommodation. In some cases, you may have a short walk from the nearest accessible drop-off point.