Piazza Matteotti is the central square of Bergamo’s Lower Town (Città Bassa), offering a perfect
blend of elegance, greenery, and city life. Surrounded by beautiful buildings, cafés, and shops, it’s a
popular spot for both locals and visitors to relax, stroll, and enjoy the city’s charm.
The square is part of Bergamo’s modern civic center, lined with gardens, fountains, and historic
monuments. Whether you’re having a morning coffee, enjoying an afternoon walk, or
people-watching from a shaded bench, Piazza Matteotti captures the essence of Bergamo’s urban
lifestyle.
It’s also the ideal starting point for exploring the Lower Town, connecting easily to nearby streets,
parks, and the funicular that leads to Città Alta.
- Admire the statues 🗿, fountains ⛲, and well-kept gardens 🌳 in the square ✨💚
- Relax 😌 at one ☕ of the many outdoor cafés 🥂 and enjoy a cappuccino 🍮 or gelato 🍦😋
- Explore nearby streets 🛣️ like Via Roma 🗺️ and Viale Papa Giovanni XXIII 🚶♀️ filled with shops 🛍️ and restaurants 🍽️🛒
- Visit the nearby Teatro Donizetti 🎭 and Parco Caprotti 🌳🏞️✅
- Attend local events 🎉 or open-air markets 🛍️ occasionally held in the square 📅🎶
- Located 📍 in the heart ❤️ of Città Bassa 🏘️, just a short walk 🚶♂️ from the train station 🚆⏱️💨
- By Foot 👣: Easily reachable 🚶♀️ from any part 🗺️ of the Lower Town 👍✅
- By Bus 🚌: Multiple city lines 🚍 stop at Piazza Matteotti 📍 or Via Roma 🛣️✅
- By Car 🚗: Public parking 🅿️ available nearby 🗺️ on Via Borfuro 💰 and Piazza della Libertà 👍✅
- Visit early in the morning 🌅 for a calm 🤫 and pleasant atmosphere 😌✨
- Bring a camera 📸 to capture the scenic surroundings 🏞️ and fountains ⛲🖼️
- Enjoy a light breakfast 🥐 or aperitivo 🍹 at one 🥂 of the cafés ☕ around the square 😋👍
- Use Piazza Matteotti 🧭 as a base 📍 to explore Bergamo’s Lower Town 🏘️ attractions 🗺️✅
- 9:00 AM – Start your morning ☕ with coffee 🥐 in Piazza Matteotti 😌☀️
- 9:30 AM – Stroll 🚶♂️ through the gardens 🌳 and nearby streets 🛣️🗺️
- 10:30 AM – Visit Teatro Donizetti 🎭 or Parco Caprotti 🌳🏞️✅
- 12:00 PM – Lunch 🍽️ at a nearby café 🍝 before heading 🧭 toward the Funicolare 🚠 to Città Alta ⛰️👋
