Accademia Carrara is Bergamo’s prestigious art gallery and one of Italy’s oldest public museums.
Founded in the 18th century, it houses a world-class collection of Renaissance and Baroque
masterpieces, featuring works by Raphael, Botticelli, Titian, Bellini, and Mantegna.
The gallery’s neoclassical building offers visitors an elegant and peaceful setting to admire over 600
paintings, sculptures, and drawings spanning five centuries of Italian art. The museum provides an
inspiring glimpse into Italy’s artistic evolution and heritage.
Accademia Carrara is a must-visit for art enthusiasts and travelers seeking culture, history, and
beauty in Bergamo’s Lower Town (Città Bassa).
- Admire masterpieces 🖼️ by Raphael 👑, Botticelli 🌹, Titian, and Bellini 🧑🎨✨🇮🇹
- Explore thematic galleries 🏛️ dedicated to Renaissance 🏰, Baroque ⚜️, and Venetian art 🛶👀
- Visit the museum shop 🛍️ for elegant art books 📚 and souvenirs 🎁🛒
- Join a guided tour 🧑🏫 or use an audio guide 🎧 to deepen your understanding 🧠 of the works 💡✅
- Attend special exhibitions 🎉 featuring contemporary 🖼️ or historical artists 👑📅
- Located 📍 in Bergamo’s Lower Town 🏘️, near GAMeC 🖼️ (Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art) ✅
- From Bergamo Train Station 🚆: 15-minute walk 🚶♂️ or short taxi ride 🚕⏱️💨
- By Bus 🚌: Lines 7 🚍 or 8 to Via San Tomaso stop 📍👍
- By Car 🚗: Paid parking 🅿️💰 available nearby 🗺️ at Via San Tomaso 🛣️ and Via Suardi ✅
- Allocate at least 1–2 hours ⏱️ to enjoy the collection 🖼️ comfortably 😌⏳
- Photography 📸 is allowed 👍 in most areas 🖼️ without flash 🚫💡; confirm at the entrance 🙏✅
- Download the museum’s app 📱 for interactive maps 🗺️ and artwork details 💡🧠
- Combine your visit 🤝 with GAMeC 🖼️ next door ➡️ for a complete art experience 🎨🗺️✅
- 10:00 AM – Arrive 🧭 at Accademia Carrara 🏛️ and explore the Renaissance halls 🖼️👑💨
- 11:30 AM – Visit the Venetian art collection 🎨 with works by Titian and Bellini 👀✨
- 12:30 PM – Lunch 🍽️ at a nearby café 🍝 in Via San Tomaso 😋🥂
- 2:00 PM – Visit GAMeC 🖼️ to experience Bergamo’s modern art scene 💡🎨👋
