5 days in Varese Itinerary

Varese is a city and comune in north-western Lombardy, northern Italy, 55km north of Milan.It is the capital of the Province of Varese. Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Villa e Collezione Panza and Fratelli Ciapponi. Visit Varallo and Parco della Rocca Borromea for their historical value. Explore Varese's surroundings by going to Ca' del Bosco (in Erbusco), Sacro Monte (in Varallo) and Riserva Naturale Val di Mello (in Val Masino). The adventure continues: see the interesting displays at Palazzo Vertemate Franchi, look for gifts at Il Negozietto, explore the historical opulence of Castello di Aglie, and do a tasting at Berlucchi Winery.

To find where to stay, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Varese vacation planner.

In January, plan for daily highs up to 8°C, and evening lows to -1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel back home.