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 a church or cathedral, religious elements and art
Varese featuring a square or plaza, street scenes and night scenes
San Vittore Basilica featuring art, a statue or sculpture and interior views

Popular places to visit

San Vittore Basilica featuring religious aspects, heritage elements 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 featuring interior views, a castle and art

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 featuring 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
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 landscape views, a small town or village 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 which includes a garden

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

Italian Cooking Private Class on Lake Maggiore

Italian Cooking Private Class on Lake Maggiore

S$194
per adult
Italian Cooking Private Class on Lake Maggiore
Locarno and Ascona: Scenic Electric Bike Cycling Tour

Locarno and Ascona: Scenic Electric Bike Cycling Tour

S$233
per adult
Locarno and Ascona: Scenic Electric Bike Cycling Tour
Pizza course and tasting on Lake Maggiore

Pizza course and tasting on Lake Maggiore

S$157
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

S$374
per traveller
Lugano Shopping Outlet Mall, tour from Milan
Passion in Italian cuisine

Passion in Italian cuisine

S$193
per adult
Passion in Italian cuisine
Lake Como Helicopter Tour with Stop for Lunch

Lake Como Helicopter Tour with Stop for Lunch

S$3,588
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 S$346 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
S$346
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! (2,495 reviews)
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Reviewed on 25 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! (1,182 reviews)
Amazing property with spectacular service and the best of all the ROOM was extremely comfortable, we give to this Hotel 5+ stars⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Reviewed on 29 Jan, 2026

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Palace Hotel

Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
Lungo Lario Trieste, 16 Como CO
The price is S$311 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
S$311
24 Feb - 25 Feb
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! (1,001 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 27 Jan, 2026

Palace Hotel
First Hotel Malpensa

First Hotel Malpensa

4 out of 5
Via Baracca 34 Somma Lombardo VA
The price is S$141 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
S$141
28 Feb - 1 Mar
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! (1,009 reviews)
Close to airport

Reviewed on 28 Jan, 2026

First Hotel Malpensa
Hotel Osteria della Pista

Hotel Osteria della Pista

4 out of 5
Via Verbano 1 Casorate Sempione VA
The price is S$155 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
S$155
1 Mar - 2 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! (1,240 reviews)
Friendly staff, convenient airport shuttle, lovely breakfast. We would definitely stay agan

Reviewed on 26 Jan, 2026

Hotel Osteria della Pista
Hotel Villa Flori

Hotel Villa Flori

4 out of 5
Via Cernobbio, 12 Como CO
The price is S$347 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
S$347
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Como. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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 23 Jan, 2026

Hotel Villa Flori
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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, Corso Matteotti and Castiglione Olona 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 Corso Matteotti and Castiglione Olona.

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 Corso Matteotti and Castiglione Olona.

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 Corso Matteotti.

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

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 Corso Matteotti and Estense Palace.

Casbeno

Old Town