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 browse for the perfect souvenirs 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
Cantonese Dimsum Cooking Lesson in Como or Lugano with Chef Ling
Locarno and Ascona: Scenic Electric Bike Cycling Tour
Top hotels in Old Town
Sheraton Milan Malpensa Airport Hotel & Conference Center
"This is a way better than average airport hotel. The restaurant is very good, the staff are helpful and the airport access is very convenient."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Villa Sassa
"Clean room is very nice We found the great help from the staff The Breakfast amazing"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
First Hotel Malpensa
"Clean Room. Staff very friendly. Great breakfast. Shuttle service great"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Palace Grand Hotel Varese
"Great location and great service"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hotel Funicolare
"Great service and breakfast. I upgraded the room to balcony lake view. Excellent option"
Reviewed on 21 May 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 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town
Downtown Varese
If you're spending some time in Downtown Varese, San Vittore Basilica and Corso Matteotti are top sights worth seeing.
Aggregazione Rionale 1
While visiting Aggregazione Rionale 1, you might make a stop by sights like Estense Palace and Corso Matteotti.
Biumo Superiore
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Biumo Superiore and surrounding area, you can visit Villa Menafoglio Litta Panza and Collection and Villa Mylius.
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
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 Mercato.
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 Estense Palace and Corso Matteotti.
