Malpensata Travel Guide
Bergamo
Visit Malpensata
Popular places to visit
Piazza Vecchia
Enjoy hot drinks in a café and admire the harmonious layout of the landmark Renaissance buildings that decorate this Old Square.
Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
Admire the works of art in this 12th-century church that has no main entrance. The structure sprang from the wreckage of a plague.
Carrara Academy Gallery
Inspect works by Moroni and Botticelli and learn about Renaissance masters through the audio tour in this fine arts institution.
Duomo
Renaissance art, iconic architecture and a medieval baptistery adorn this cathedral on Piazza Vecchia. It’s Bergamo’s main church.
Funicolare San Vigilio
Enjoy an outing to Funicolare San Vigilio during your stay in Bergamo. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
Bergamo Botanical Garden
Savor the stunning vista of the Upper Town and the Alps from the hills of this quaint park with thousands of plants.
Things to do
Bergamo: City Highlights Minibus or Train
Venice Day Trip from Bergamo
I WISH YOU WERE HERE! BERGAMO full immersion with a Native Private Guide
Bergamo: Digital guide made by a local for your walking tour
Top hotels in Malpensata
Starhotels Cristallo Palace
Hotel Città Dei Mille
I've stayed several times before: it's a big hotel but with character. It's vintage 1970s (I should say):dated but well-kept, and full of references to Garibaldi. The name relates to the 'Thousand' who set out with the General to unify Italy in the 19th Century (Bergamo claims that they came from ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Winter Garden Hotel - Bergamo Airport
Had a shuttle bus booked twice and both times was told it was full and had to book a taxi for 3 times the price. Reached out multiple times to staff and no response.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hotel Excelsior San Marco
Parking attendants were very helpful during the rain storm. Breakfast: choices and freshness were perfect
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Griso Collection Hotel
We loved our stay here. The staff was so kind, and allowed us to check in early since we arrived 4 hours before usual check-in time. The hotel is very spacious and rooms were so quiet. Could not hear neighbors at all. Breakfast, while not included in room cost, had a good variety and it was nice ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hotel Promessi Sposi
Location was nice right on the lake. The breakfast was great. Staff at check in were good but otherwise no real contact with many. The room had an unusual set up and was difficult to access/store our bags. There was no surface or space big enough to put them (we had small bags!). The shower was in ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Malpensata
Stazione
If you're spending some time in Stazione, Centro Congressi Giovanni XXIII and Monumento al Partigiano are top sights worth seeing.
Borgo San Leonardo
If you're spending some time in Borgo San Leonardo, Piazza Pontida and Via XX Settembre are top sights worth seeing.
Citta Bassa
Shopping, historical sites and lake views are some highlights of Citta Bassa. Make a stop by Largo Porta Nuova or Via XX Settembre while you're exploring.
San Tomaso de' Calvi
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in San Tomaso de' Calvi and surrounding area, you can visit Piazza Pontida and Via XX Settembre.
Borgo Palazzo
While there might not be top attractions in Borgo Palazzo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like GAMeC and Carrara Academy Gallery.
Città Alta
Unique features of Città Alta include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Rocca or Piazza Vecchia while you're exploring the area.
