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.
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.
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
Lake Como Rebels: Adventure day in Spina Verde Regional Park
Cantonese Dimsum Cooking Lesson in Como or Lugano with Chef Ling
The Sentiero Azzurro at Lake Mergozzo in the footsteps of the Picasass
Locarno and Ascona: Scenic Electric Bike Cycling Tour
Lugano Shopping Outlet Mall, tour from Milan
Top hotels in Old Town
Sheraton Milan Malpensa Airport Hotel & Conference Center
Great room & location
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hotel Villa Malpensa
Good location, friendly staff. Specially tall, grey hair and mid aged receptionist for night time, i forgot to take his name. He is a gem. Incredible service by him.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Just Hotel Lomazzo Fiera
Good
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
First Hotel Malpensa
Clean, comfortable room. Staff were lovely, very friendly and helpful. Hotel restaurant was decent which is nice considering there isn't much else around. They also have a little snack bar open 24/7.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Villa Principe Leopoldo
The breakfast served in the dining room is amazing, excellent selection of any kind of food you may eat. The service and staff are exquisite. Only the building needs to be refreshed and the rooms to be equipped with USB plugs or international plugs fur foreign travelers.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Palace Hotel
Beautiful, comfortable rooms. Fabulous location. Staff very welcoming and helpful. Good value. Lovely buffet breakfast.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town
Downtown Varese
If you're spending some time in Downtown Varese, Castiglione Olona and San Vittore Basilica are top sights worth seeing.
Aggregazione Rionale 1
While visiting Aggregazione Rionale 1, you might make a stop by sights like Castiglione Olona and Estense Palace.
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 Corso Matteotti.
Centro, Casbeno
While Centro, Casbeno isn't home to many top sights, Castiglione Olona and Estense Palace 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 Castiglione Olona and Piazza Monte Grappa.
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.
