Centro Travel Guide
Varese
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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.
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.
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.
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 browse for the perfect souvenirs at Corso Matteotti.
Sacro Monte di Varese
Learn about the local history of Sacro Monte with a stop at Sacro Monte di Varese. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Things to do
Lake Como Rebels: Adventure day in Spina Verde Regional Park
Cantonese Dimsum Cooking Lesson in Como or Lugano with Chef Ling
Top hotels in Centro
Sheraton Milan Malpensa Airport Hotel & Conference Center
"Excellent location. Excellent overall"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hotel Funicolare
"This hotel with its amazing view was acquired by a young entrepreneur who’s brought it back to life Not the finished article but deserves 100% support and congratulations They’re straining every sinew to make it work and it’s a great place to spy the lake and enjoy downtime"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Villa Sassa
"Excellent place to stay, comfortable bed and very friendly and helpful staff. Great location only a short bus ride to the railway station and into the centre. Ticino ticket is available for free travel in the whole area! Brilliant hotel! Thanks, Jimmy and Gwyneth"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Starhotels Grand Milan
"20 mins away from Milan centre by train, good breakfast and dinner good stop over hotel. could do with having more plugs in room"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
First Hotel Malpensa
"Only stayed the night but room was clean and very spacious. Air conditioning works great and the shuttle service is good, picks you up and drops you off all for 12 euros and it’s only around a 5 minute drive from the airport."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Idea Hotel Milano Malpensa Airport
"Convenient, clean, nice front desk staff"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Where to stay in Centro
Downtown Varese
If you're spending some time in Downtown Varese, San Vittore Basilica and Corso Matteotti are top sights worth seeing.
Casbeno
While Casbeno may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Vittore Basilica and Estense Palace.
Aggregazione Rionale 1
While visiting Aggregazione Rionale 1, you might make a stop by sights like San Vittore Basilica and Estense Palace.
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 San Vittore Basilica and Castiglione Olona.
Aggregazione Rionale 4
If you're spending some time in Aggregazione Rionale 4, Sacro Monte di Varese and Sacro Monte Funicular are top sights worth seeing.
