2026 Crema Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in January)

Crema is a delightful, understated Italian gem. Wandering Piazza del Duomo, I felt transported, with its elegant cathedral and historic buildings. The atmosphere is relaxed, a welcome change from bustling tourist hubs. The Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Croce, with its circular design, is architecturally stunning. I enjoyed leisurely strolls, savoring gelato and soaking in the local charm. It's a place where you can truly experience authentic Italian life, away from the overwhelming crowds. The town's connection to "Call Me By Your Name" adds a certain romantic allure, but Crema's inherent beauty stands on its own. #springwander #europetrip #instatravel #italy #trip

📍 This trip is all about charming northern Italy: we’re covering the dreamy town of Crema, where Call Me By Your Name was filmed and the beautiful old city of Bergamo’s Città Alta. Trust me, these spots are totally worthy if you dream to visit where the movie was filmed, there's more than theses two spots of course but if you don't have much time this itinerary is easy to add to your summer trip to Milano 🇮🇹✨ Top Spots to Visit: 1. Crema - Walk the cobbled streets where “Call Me By Your Name” was filmed. The city center is compact perfect for a chill daytrip. Must-sees: Piazza del Duomo and the gorgeous cathedral (Piazza Duomo, daily 8am–7pm). My tip: - Go early for dreamy morning photos and people-free squares! -Go to the tourist office and ask for the postcard! If you don't ask it they do not give it to you automatically ;) 2. Bergamo Città Alta (Old City) - Jump on the funicular (Viale Vittorio Emanuele II, 8am-10pm) up to the walled medieval city fast and so worth it for the views. Wander the ancient lanes, visit the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore (Piazza Duomo, 7:30am–7pm), and don’t miss sweeping panoramas from Rocca di Bergamo. My tip: - Do not eat there, there's loads of tourist trap saddly, I'd recommend for you to do a picnic! - If you really want to eat search for some good restaurants in the città bassa - To get the funicular ticket use the atb app on phone it will be 2x less expensive ;) #ItalyTrip #CremaFilm #BergamoViews #callmebyyourname

The food is incredible, and the coffee is the best I’ve had in a while. Pretty plates and food display, reasonable quantity so you don't feel horribly full once you finish eating. Delicate homemade pastries for dessert. An incredible worldwide coffee selection : Cuba, Ethiopa, Colombia etc. The atmosphere is peaceful and a great space for working on your laptop. A special mention for the superb and peaceful terrace limited by a delicate match of a wood wall and a green art deco wall. #europeonbudget#afternoonteatime