Milan to local architectural sites: Private day trip

Villa Olmo is a public site on the shore of Lake Como, built in 1797 in the Neoclassical style. This grand, traditional building is surrounded by pristine gardens, offering stunning views across the lake. The site also hosts a rotating series of art and cultural exhibitions, inviting visitors to learn more about the Villa’s historical significance and current artistic influence. Those interested in architecture will enjoy admiring the building up close and contrasting its design with the Rationalist styles of nearby sites such as Terragni’s Monument to the Fallen. As of late 2025, the villa's interior is closed for restoration, but the gardens and park are open and worth exploring. The park is open from 7:00 to 19:00 in the winter, and 7:00 to 23:00 in the summer. Verify the opening hours and renovation status before visiting: https://www.grandigiardini.it/lang_EN/194-visit-Villa-Olmo-event-tickets#part2

Bergamo features impressive Venetian walls that divide the city into two parts, the Upper and Lower Town. Here, visitors can enjoy the city's Romanesque and Renaissance architecture while indulging in the fine dining and modern amenities of the Lower Town or exploring the narrow, historic streets of the Upper Town. Enjoy a funicular ride between the two parts of the city, and be sure to see the Duomo di Bergamo, the iconic cathedral that dominates the older Upper Town. While you're here, try the Casoncelli Bergamaschi, a meat-stuffed pasta dish with a hearty dose of sage.