Things to do in Varese
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Tours & day trips
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Lugano fashion outlet, private tour from Milan
Food, drink & nightlife
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Brunello di Montalcino Wine Tour of 2 Wineries with Pairing Lunch
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Pizza course and tasting on Lake Maggiore
What to do in Varese
Popular places to visit
Masnago Castle
Set on a hillside overlooking Lake Varese is a historic castle that showcases frescos and paintings from the 15th century to the present day.
Corso Matteotti
During your trip to Varese, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Corso Matteotti.
San Vittore Basilica
Beautiful frescos, Baroque architecture and a huge bell tower are some of the charms of this church dedicated to Varese's patron saint.
Estense Palace
One of the city’s most important public buildings is a stately Baroque palace nicknamed the Versailles of Milan for its grandeur.
Estensi Gardens
One of the city’s most important public buildings is a stately baroque palace nicknamed the Versailles of Milan for its grandeur.
Lake Varese bicycle trail
You can take time to visit Lake Varese bicycle trail during your travels to Varese. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.
Sacro Monte di Varese
Learn about the local history of Santa Maria del Monte when you spend time at Sacro Monte di Varese. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Sacred Mountain of the Rosary
Learn about the local history of Santa Maria del Monte with a stop at Sacred Mountain of the Rosary. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Castiglione Olona
You can find out about the history of Varese with a visit to Castiglione Olona. Wander the lakeside and picturesque gardens in this culturally rich area.
Areas of Varese
Downtown Varese
While visiting Downtown Varese, you might make a stop by sights like Castiglione Olona and San Vittore Basilica.
Aggregazione Rionale 1
If you're spending some time in Aggregazione Rionale 1, Castiglione Olona and Estensi Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
Casbeno
While visiting Casbeno, you might make a stop by sights like Estensi Gardens and Villa Recalcati.
Aggregazione Rionale 9
Aggregazione Rionale 9 might not have many top sights, but Castiglione Olona and Piazza Monte Grappa are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Biumo Superiore
When in Biumo Superiore, you can plan a visit to Castiglione Olona and Villa Menafoglio Litta Panza and Collection, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Aggregazione Rionale 4
If you're spending some time in Aggregazione Rionale 4, Sacred Mountain of the Rosary and Sacro Monte di Varese are top sights worth seeing.
