Bergamo's upper town features steep cobblestone streets and stairs, which can be challenging for wheelchairs and strollers. However, the funicular provides access to Citta Alta, and the lower town is relatively flat. The airport offers assistance services for travelers with reduced mobility.
The airport bus Line 1 runs every 30 minutes to Bergamo's train station and costs about 2.50 euros. The journey takes approximately 15 minutes. Taxis are available but more expensive, costing around 20 euros for the short trip to central Bergamo.
Bergamo Airport is compact and straightforward to navigate with clear signage in English and Italian. Most facilities are located in one terminal on different levels. Security lines can be long during peak hours, so arrive three hours early for international flights.
Italy uses the euro (EUR). You can withdraw euros from ATMs throughout Bergamo and at the airport. Credit and debit cards are widely accepted, but smaller shops and cafes may prefer cash, especially for small purchases under 10 euros.
Bergamo is famous for its medieval Citta Alta (upper town), accessible by funicular railway. The area features stunning Renaissance architecture, ancient city walls, beautiful piazzas, and excellent local cuisine, including casoncelli pasta and polenta e osei dessert.
Italian is the official language. At Bergamo Airport and in tourist areas, many people speak English. However, basic Italian phrases are appreciated by locals and can enhance your travel experience in smaller towns and restaurants.
Express buses run every 30 minutes from Bergamo Airport to Milan's central station, taking about one hour and costing approximately 9 euros. Trains from Bergamo city to Milan run hourly and take around 50 minutes, making both cities easily accessible.
April through June and September through October offer pleasant weather and fewer crowds. Summer can be hot and busy, while winter is quieter with mild temperatures. The shoulder seasons provide ideal conditions for exploring Bergamo's historic upper town.
