EMILIA-ROMAGNA
We have one more place to describe, a visit to the Lower Town, the modern city, which is also quite lovely. You could walk down there or ride the city bus, but taking the funicular from Piazza Mercato delle Scarpe is more interesting, going down to the new town.
Wandering through the lower town, you might come across the Fountain of the Dolphi at a cozy outdoor cafe.
One of the most impressive buildings in the new town is the Palace of Justice, the city's main courthouse, on Piazza Dante, which has the best collection of monumental buildings in the lower city, including this large structure, the Quadriportico del Sentierone, which has porticos lined with shops and restaurants, with a garden park around it with benches for relaxing.
Walking in the lower town you’ll see the neoclassical twin buildings at Porta Nova, which form a Propylaea gateway to the city. Behind is Bergamo Alta rising majestically on the hillside, a stark contrast with the hustle and bustle of modern Bergamo.
Walking along the main street of town in the home stretch is a good time to have a spritz and maybe grab an inexpensive sandwich, while heading to the train station. It's always a good idea to bring some food on board, or you could eat while walking.
