Old Town

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 which includes religious aspects, art and a church or cathedral
Varese which includes a square or plaza, night scenes and street scenes
San Vittore Basilica showing a church or cathedral, art and interior views

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San Vittore Basilica which includes interior views, a church or cathedral and religious 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 interior views, art and chateau or palace

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 which includes a square or plaza, night scenes and street scenes

Corso Matteotti

During your trip to Varese, you can search for that perfect souvenir 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 square or plaza, landscape views and a small town or village

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

Varese: Villa and Panza Collection Entry Ticket

Varese: Villa and Panza Collection Entry Ticket

￥2,751
per adult
Varese: Villa and Panza Collection Entry Ticket
Casalzuigno: Villa della Porta Bozzolo

Casalzuigno: Villa della Porta Bozzolo

￥2,201
per adult
Casalzuigno: Villa della Porta Bozzolo
Lake Como: Adventure day in Spina Verde Regional Park

Lake Como Rebels: Adventure day in Spina Verde Regional Park

￥28,432
per adult
Lake Como Rebels: Adventure day in Spina Verde Regional Park
Pizza course and tasting on Lake Maggiore

Pizza course and tasting on Lake Maggiore

￥19,260
per adult
Pizza course and tasting on Lake Maggiore
Locarno and Ascona: Scenic Electric Bike Cycling Tour

Locarno and Ascona: Scenic Electric Bike Cycling Tour

￥29,034
per adult
Locarno and Ascona: Scenic Electric Bike Cycling Tour
Italian Cooking Private Class on Lake Maggiore

Italian Cooking Private Class on Lake Maggiore

￥23,846
per adult
Italian Cooking Private Class on Lake Maggiore
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Old Town Hotel Deals

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 ￥33,299 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
￥33,299
￥37,716 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,504 reviews)
The whole experience at the Sheraton Malpensa never disappoints.

Reviewed on Jan 30, 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 ￥16,742 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
￥16,742
￥18,416 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Casorate Sempione. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,243 reviews)
Clean room, bathroom and great staff. Excellent restaurant

Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026

Hotel Osteria della Pista
Hotel Villa Malpensa

Hotel Villa Malpensa

4 out of 5
Via Don Andrea Sacconago 1 Vizzola Ticino VA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Vizzola Ticino. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,183 reviews)
Convenient and quiet

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

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Palace Hotel

Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
Lungo Lario Trieste, 16 Como CO
The price is ￥29,375 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
￥29,375
￥34,125 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Como. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Perfect location and lovely hotel. The staff was absolutely professional and kind, they offered us a fee room upgrade. The breakfast was amazing

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026

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Hotel Villa Flori

Hotel Villa Flori

4 out of 5
Via Cernobbio, 12 Como CO
The price is ￥38,507 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
￥38,507
￥44,177 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Como. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (984 reviews)
Impeccable service, fabulous views, quiet, elegant, delicious food

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

Hotel Villa Flori
Just Hotel Lomazzo Fiera

Just Hotel Lomazzo Fiera

4 out of 5
via Ceresio 49 Lomazzo CO
The price is ￥13,458 per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
￥13,458
￥14,804 total
Feb 27 - Feb 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lomazzo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Armani Factory Store and Golf ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (982 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

Just Hotel Lomazzo Fiera
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Other neighborhoods 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)

While visiting Downtown Varese, you might make a stop by sights like Castiglione Olona and San Vittore Basilica.

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

Aggregazione Rionale 1

If you're spending some time in Aggregazione Rionale 1, Castiglione Olona and Estense Palace are top sights worth seeing.

Aggregazione Rionale 1
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Biumo Superiore

When in Biumo Superiore, you can plan a visit to Castiglione Olona and Villa Menafoglio Litta Panza and Collection, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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

Aggregazione Rionale 9 might not have many top sights, but Castiglione Olona and Corso Matteotti are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Aggregazione Rionale 9
Estense Palace showing a park, flowers and chateau or palace

Casbeno

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Casbeno might not have many top sights, but Estense Palace and Broletto Courtyard are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Casbeno

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