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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.

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.

Corso Matteotti
During your trip to Varese, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Corso Matteotti.

Estense Palace
One of the city’s most important public buildings is a stately Baroque palace nicknamed the Versailles of Milan for its grandeur.

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.

Estensi Gardens
One of the city’s most important public buildings is a stately baroque palace nicknamed the Versailles of Milan for its grandeur.
Sacro Monte di Varese
Learn about the local history of Santa Maria del Monte with a stop at Sacro Monte di Varese. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Campo dei Fiori di Varese
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Campo dei Fiori di Varese during your travels in Sacro Monte. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
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.
Explore areas of Varese

Downtown Varese
If you're spending some time in Downtown Varese, Corso Matteotti and Estense Palace are top sights worth seeing.

Casbeno
While visiting Casbeno, you might make a stop by sights like Villa Recalcati and Estensi Gardens.

Aggregazione Rionale 9
While Aggregazione Rionale 9 may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lake Varese bicycle trail and Corso Matteotti.

Aggregazione Rionale 1
While visiting Aggregazione Rionale 1, you might make a stop by sights like Estense Palace and Corso Matteotti.

Aggregazione Rionale 4
If you're spending some time in Aggregazione Rionale 4, Sacro Monte di Varese and Sacred Mountain of the Rosary are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town
Old Town is beloved for its panoramic lake views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Corso Matteotti and San Vittore Basilica.