Old Town
Varese
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Estense Palace
One of the city’s most important public buildings is a stately Baroque palace nicknamed the Versailles of Milan for its grandeur.
Corso Matteotti
During your trip to Varese, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Corso Matteotti.
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.
Estensi Gardens
One of the city’s most important public buildings is a stately baroque palace nicknamed the Versailles of Milan for its grandeur.
Things to do
Varese: Villa and Panza Collection Entry Ticket
Lake Como Rebels: Adventure day in Spina Verde Regional Park
Top hotels in Old Town
Sheraton Milan Malpensa Airport Hotel & Conference Center
"I made a same day on online reservation at 8pm to sleep for the night . I made a mistake and booked the wrong location . I could not talk to anyone to cancel . i"
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Villa Sassa
"Clean room is very nice We found the great help from the staff The Breakfast amazing"
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
First Hotel Malpensa
"Clean Room. Staff very friendly. Great breakfast. Shuttle service great"
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Palace Grand Hotel Varese
"Great location and great service"
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
Hotel Funicolare
"Great service and breakfast. I upgraded the room to balcony lake view. Excellent option"
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Milan - Malpensa Airport by IHG
"El hotel está bien mantenido las camas son buenas está limpio y cómodo bastante espacioso el desayuno es un plus! Y la cercanía al aeropuerto es una grand ventaja con servicio de shutter fantástico y por muy buen precio! Lo recomiendo y lo volvería a usar. La muchacha del front desk muy amable."
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town
Downtown Varese
While visiting Downtown Varese, you might make a stop by sights like San Vittore Basilica and Corso Matteotti.
Aggregazione Rionale 1
If you're spending some time in Aggregazione Rionale 1, Estense Palace and Corso Matteotti are top sights worth seeing.
Biumo Superiore
When in Biumo Superiore, you can plan a visit to Villa Menafoglio Litta Panza and Collection and Villa Mylius, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Centro, Casbeno
While Centro, Casbeno isn't home to many top sights, Estense Palace and Corso Matteotti are some notable places to visit nearby.
Aggregazione Rionale 9
Aggregazione Rionale 9 might not have many top sights, but Lake Varese bicycle trail and Mercato are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Casbeno
Casbeno might not have many top sights, but Estense Palace and Corso Matteotti are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
