Old Town Travel Guide

Varese

Historic center and pedestrian area in Varese, an important city in northern Italy. Basilica of San Vittore, among eighteenth-century, nineteenth-century and twentieth-century palaces
Historic center and pedestrian area in Varese, an important city in northern Italy. Basilica of San Vittore, among eighteenth-century, nineteenth-century and twentieth-century palaces
San Vittore Basilica featuring religious aspects, art and a church or cathedral
Varese showing street scenes, night scenes and a square or plaza
San Vittore Basilica featuring religious aspects, art and a statue or sculpture

Popular places to visit

San Vittore Basilica showing religious aspects, interior views and heritage elements

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.

San Vittore Basilica
Masnago Castle which includes art, a castle and interior views

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.

Masnago Castle
Varese showing street scenes, night scenes and a square or plaza

Corso Matteotti

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

Corso Matteotti
Lake of Varese, the Mount Rosa on the background

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.

Lake Varese bicycle trail
Estense Palace which includes a small town or village, landscape views and a square or plaza

Estense Palace

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

Estense Palace
Estense Palace showing a park

Estensi Gardens

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

Estensi Gardens

Things to do

Lake Como: Adventure day in Spina Verde Regional Park

Lake Como Rebels: Adventure day in Spina Verde Regional Park

Rp3.083.501
per adult
Lake Como Rebels: Adventure day in Spina Verde Regional Park
Italian Cooking Private Class on Lake Maggiore

Italian Cooking Private Class on Lake Maggiore

Rp2.586.162
per adult
Italian Cooking Private Class on Lake Maggiore
Pizza course and tasting on Lake Maggiore

Pizza course and tasting on Lake Maggiore

Rp2.088.823
per adult
Pizza course and tasting on Lake Maggiore
Fox Town shopping center, private shopping assistance, from Lugano

Lugano Shopping Outlet Mall, tour from Milan

Rp4.973.389
per traveller
Lugano Shopping Outlet Mall, tour from Milan
Locarno and Ascona: Scenic Electric Bike Cycling Tour

Locarno and Ascona: Scenic Electric Bike Cycling Tour

Rp3.127.196
per adult
Locarno and Ascona: Scenic Electric Bike Cycling Tour
Passion in Italian cuisine

Passion in Italian cuisine

Rp2.566.268
per adult
Passion in Italian cuisine
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Top hotels in Old Town

Sheraton Milan Malpensa Airport Hotel & Conference Center

Sheraton Milan Malpensa Airport Hotel & Conference Center

4 out of 5
S.S. 336 Ferno VA
The price is Rp3.669.240 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
Rp3.669.240
Rp4.156.050 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Ferno. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,502 reviews)
The whole experience at the Sheraton Malpensa never disappoints.

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Sheraton Milan Malpensa Airport Hotel & Conference Center
Hotel Osteria della Pista

Hotel Osteria della Pista

4 out of 5
Via Verbano 1 Casorate Sempione VA
The price is Rp1.870.223 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
Rp1.870.223
Rp2.057.245 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Casorate Sempione. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,243 reviews)
Clean room, bathroom and great staff. Excellent restaurant

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Hotel Osteria della Pista
Palace Hotel

Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
Lungo Lario Trieste, 16 Como CO
The price is Rp3.596.582 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp3.596.582
Rp4.156.050 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Como. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Absolutely a perfect location. Staff was fantastic, room was spotless and nicely decorated! Definitely will stay here again!

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Palace Hotel
Hotel Villa Malpensa

Hotel Villa Malpensa

4 out of 5
Via Don Andrea Sacconago 1 Vizzola Ticino VA
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Vizzola Ticino. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,182 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

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Hotel Villa Malpensa
Just Hotel Lomazzo Fiera

Just Hotel Lomazzo Fiera

4 out of 5
via Ceresio 49 Lomazzo CO
The price is Rp1.483.000 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
Rp1.483.000
Rp1.631.300 total
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lomazzo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Armani Factory Store and Golf Club Monticello ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (981 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Just Hotel Lomazzo Fiera
Crowne Plaza Milan - Malpensa Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza Milan - Malpensa Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
Via Arturo Ferrarin, 7 Somma Lombardo VA
The price is Rp1.525.823 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
Rp1.525.823
Rp1.918.177 total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Somma Lombardo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Very good stay,room was clean, staff friendly, great shuttle service

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Crowne Plaza Milan - Malpensa Airport by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town

One of the most visited park in Lombardy. A wide park to explore. Infront stands Estense palace.

Downtown Varese

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Varese, Castiglione Olona and San Vittore Basilica are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Varese
One of the most visited park in Lombardy. A wide park to explore. Infront stands Estense palace.

Aggregazione Rionale 1

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

Aggregazione Rionale 1
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Biumo Superiore

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Biumo Superiore and surrounding area, you can visit Castiglione Olona and Villa Menafoglio Litta Panza and Collection.

Biumo Superiore
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Centro, Casbeno

While Centro, Casbeno isn't home to many top sights, Castiglione Olona and Estense Palace are some notable places to visit nearby.

Centro, Casbeno
wide angle view of the Lake Maggiore and the Alps from Mount Campo dei Fiori

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 Castiglione Olona and Lake Varese bicycle trail.

Aggregazione Rionale 9
Estense Palace which includes a castle, flowers and a park

Casbeno

4/5(2 area reviews)

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 Estense Palace and Broletto Courtyard.

Casbeno

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