Borgo San Leonardo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Borgo San Leonardo
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.
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.
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.
Activities
From Milan: Bernina Red Train and St. Moritz Tour
Bergamo: Digital guide made by a local for your walking tour
Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Bergamo
Bergamo Small-Group Full Meal Food Tour with Do Eat Better
Our pick of the best Borgo San Leonardo Hotel Deals
Ca Moroni Collection
"Convenient, spacious, well located and modern luxurious apartment in the middle of Bergamo. The staff is very kind and their service is incredible. Totally recommended!!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Petronilla - Hotel in Bergamo
"Wonderful, helpful staff, cool boutique hotel vibe"
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Winter Garden Hotel - Bergamo Airport
"Very comfy beds, lovely shower and brilliant blackout curtains. Lovely breakfast with great variety of food."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hotel Excelsior San Marco
"Nice stay - very good breakfast included. Good location for lower and upper city"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Bergamo Choruslife
"Modern and clean hotel, however we unfortunately encountered many issues. Booked a standard room, but only twin beds available. Room only had 1 set of towels. Shower temperature was barely warm and didn’t get hot. Early wake up from gardening team right outside our window with loud equipment. Electric ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Griso Collection Hotel
"Our room was beautiful with a fantastic huge terrace overlooking the lake. The front staff at the hotel were wonderful. Our only issue was at the restaurant which I don’t know if they are connected to the hotel or not, but the food was terrible even though it was a gorgeous view."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Borgo San Leonardo
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 Via XX Settembre and Piazza Pontida.
Malpensata
When in Malpensata, you can plan a visit to Centro Congressi Giovanni XXIII and Largo Porta Nuova, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Stazione
If you're spending some time in Stazione, Centro Congressi Giovanni XXIII and Monumento al Partigiano are top sights worth seeing.
Città Alta
Unique features of Città Alta include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Piazza Vecchia or Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore while you're exploring the area.
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.
