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

Popular places to visit

San Vittore Basilica showing heritage elements, a church or cathedral and interior views

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 showing art, château or palace 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
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 showing landscape views, a square or plaza 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
Varese which includes a square or plaza, street scenes and night scenes

Corso Matteotti

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

Corso Matteotti
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

View of Lake Maggiore

The Sentiero Azzurro at Lake Mergozzo in the footsteps of the Picasass

HK$344
per adult
The Sentiero Azzurro at Lake Mergozzo in the footsteps of the Picasass
Lake Como: Adventure day in Spina Verde Regional Park

Lake Como Rebels: Adventure day in Spina Verde Regional Park

HK$1,402
per adult
Lake Como Rebels: Adventure day in Spina Verde Regional Park
Locarno and Ascona: Scenic Electric Bike Cycling Tour

Locarno and Ascona: Scenic Electric Bike Cycling Tour

HK$1,408
per adult
Locarno and Ascona: Scenic Electric Bike Cycling Tour
Cantonese dimsum

Cantonese Dimsum Cooking Lesson in Como or Lugano with Chef Ling

HK$407
per adult
Cantonese Dimsum Cooking Lesson in Como or Lugano with Chef Ling
Fox Town shopping center, private shopping assistance, from Lugano

Lugano Shopping Outlet Mall, tour from Milan

HK$2,261
per traveller
Lugano Shopping Outlet Mall, tour from Milan
Lake Como Helicopter Tour with Stop for Lunch

Lake Como Helicopter Tour with Stop for Lunch

HK$21,703
per traveller
Lake Como Helicopter Tour with Stop for Lunch
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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 HK$1,878 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
HK$1,878
HK$2,121 total
24 Feb - 25 Feb
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! (2,491 reviews)
It’s best hotel to stay for training

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Sheraton Milan Malpensa Airport Hotel & Conference Center
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! (1,179 reviews)
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

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First Hotel Malpensa

First Hotel Malpensa

4 out of 5
Via Baracca 34 Somma Lombardo VA
The price is HK$747 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
HK$747
HK$859 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Somma Lombardo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Nice clean rooms, nice reception staff and a good breakfast. The hotel is located in a quiet area.

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

First Hotel Malpensa
Palace Hotel

Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
Lungo Lario Trieste, 16 Como CO
The price is HK$1,598 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
HK$1,598
HK$1,849 total
28 Jan - 29 Jan
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! (1,004 reviews)
Everything was awesome the view from the lake view room was incredible

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Palace Hotel
Just Hotel Lomazzo Fiera

Just Hotel Lomazzo Fiera

4 out of 5
via Ceresio 49 Lomazzo CO
The price is HK$657 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
HK$657
HK$722 total
27 Jan - 28 Jan
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
Villa Principe Leopoldo

Villa Principe Leopoldo

5 out of 5
Via Montalbano 5 Lugano TI
The price is HK$3,005 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
HK$3,005
HK$3,212 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Lugano. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Lake Lugano and Gabriele and Anna Braglia ...
9/10 Wonderful! (345 reviews)
The hospitality is very attentin

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Villa Principe Leopoldo
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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 Mylius.

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 showing wild flowers, flowers and a garden

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 Corso Matteotti.

Casbeno

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