Things to Do in Biella

The medieval upper town with cobbled streets, arcades, and noble palaces on a hilltop. Walk Via del Piazzo to see the Palazzo Gromo Losa and the Orologio tower.

🕐 24 hours; funicular runs 7:25-20:30 Mon-Sat, limited Sun

💡 Take the funicular from Biella Piano (€1.50 each way) for a quick, scenic ride up; the walk down through the steeper alleys is quieter.

A small museum on the Alpi Biellesi with exhibits on local climbing history, geology, and alpine culture. Free entry to the permanent collection.

🕐 Tue-Sun 9:30-12:30 and 15:00-18:00; closed Mon

💡 Temporary exhibitions cost €5-8, but the free section covers the basics. Check if they offer guided walks on weekends in summer.

A historic 20th-century funicular railway connecting lower Biella to the Piazzo district. The ride offers views over the city and pre-Alps.

🕐 Mon-Sat 7:25-20:30, Sun 9:00-12:30 and 15:00-19:00

💡 Ride a single stop for €1.50, but walking the route along the old steps is free and takes 10-15 minutes. The funicular itself is a moving landmark, not an attraction to enter, so listed as free to highlight the walk.

A hillside English-style garden and woodland park with rhododendrons, ponds, and walking trails. Good for picnics or a short hike.

🕐 Open sunrise to sunset daily; gates may lock at 20:00 in summer

💡 Best in May-June when rhododendrons bloom. The gravel paths are steep in parts; wear sturdy shoes. No bins at the top, so take rubbish home.

A UNESCO World Heritage pilgrimage site built around the statue of the Black Madonna, set in a valley with mountain views and a large square.

🕐 Basilica open 7:30-12:30 and 14:30-19:00 daily

💡 Arrive before 10am to avoid Sunday crowds. The museum inside costs €5 but the basilica and grounds are free. Bring water; shops nearby are pricey.