Things to do in Province of Varese

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Estense Palace which includes a square or plaza, landscape views and a small town or village

Province of Varese Attractions

It's not hard to find fun things to do in Province of Varese. Brush up on some local history and check out the best attractions in this charming city. Plan your travel itinerary now so you're ready to go when you arrive.

If you're ready to discover the best of Province of Varese, join a few of the top tours & day trips on offer, and have a local expert show you some of the most popular sites. Offering free cancellations and no added fees, our {430 fun activities in Province of Varese fun activities in Province of Varese} are also worth browsing through.

Most popular activities in Province of Varese

Tours & day trips

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Lake Como, Bellagio & Lugano Day Trip from Milan

Lake Como, Bellagio & Lugano Day Trip from Milan

Activity duration is 10 hours
4.4 out of 5 with 262 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $118 per adult
Lake Como, Bellagio & Lugano Day Trip from Milan

History & culture

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Best of Lake Como Experience from Milan, Cruise & Landscapes

Best of Lake Como Experience from Milan, Cruise & Landscapes

Activity duration is 10 hours
4.3 out of 5 with 11 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price was $120, price is now $107 per adult
Best of Lake Como Experience from Milan, Cruise & Landscapes

Adventure & outdoor

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Lake Como: Guided Electric Bike Tour with iPad and Audio

Lake Como: Guided Electric Bike Tour with iPad and Audio

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $87 per adult
Lake Como: Guided Electric Bike Tour with iPad and Audio

Classes & workshops

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Como: 2-Hour Lake Como Scenic Boat Tour & Sightseeing

Como: 2-Hour Lake Como Scenic Boat Tour & Sightseeing

Activity duration is 2 hours
4.4 out of 5 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $129 per adult
Como: 2-Hour Lake Como Scenic Boat Tour & Sightseeing

Holiday & seasonal tours

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Stresa: Private Cruise to Santa Caterina del Sasso

Stresa: Private Cruise to Santa Caterina del Sasso

Activity duration is 40 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is $163 per traveler*
Stresa: Private Cruise to Santa Caterina del Sasso

What to do in Province of Varese

Free Things to Do in Varese

Some say the best things in life are free. Check out the following around Varese:

Città Vecchia - You'll feel like you've stepped back in time while exploring this historic attraction.

Motta Plaza - Sit for a while in this bustling location and imagine life as a local resident.

Lake Comabbio - There's something relaxing about being around water, so be sure to spend a while here.

Mercato - Allow some time to explore this place of local significance.

Chiesa di Santa Maria Foris Portas - Do a little quiet reflection and discover a few things about this site's spiritual significance.

Lake Varese bicycle trail - Take a break from the big city and reconnect with Mother Nature at this incredible place.

Estensi Gardens - Grab your rug, throw together a few snacks and find a comfortable spot to relish nature.

Things to Do in Province of Varese with Kids

Province of Varese is an excellent destination for a family getaway. Bring the kids along and have a go at these family friendly experiences together:

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Province of Varese on a sunny day?
Make the most of the good weather (and stretch those legs at the same time) with some of these fun activities:


What to do in Province of Varese on a rainy day?
Have a go at some of these popular indoor activities and turn a rainy day into an adventure:


What is Province of Varese famous for?
Sacred Mountain of the Rosary is often mentioned in the same breath as Province of Varese, so make it a priority to visit.
Are there cheap things to do in Province of Varese?
If you’re vacationing on a budget, consider adding the following low-cost experiences to your to-do list:


What can you do in Province of Varese for free?
You could put your money in the hotel safe for the day, because these terrific attractions won’t cost you a dime:

  • Lake Comabbio
  • Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso
  • Lake Monate
  • Arolo Beach

Popular day trips from Province of Varese

Lugano featuring flowers and a garden

Lugano

Belgirate

Belgirate

Stresa showing a small town or village, a sunset and a river or creek

Stresa

Estense Palace which includes a square or plaza, landscape views and a small town or village

Varese

Luino

Luino

Photo "Saronno" by adirricor (CC BY) / Cropped from original
Photo by adirricor (CC BY)

Saronno

Verbania showing a lake or waterhole, mountains and a small town or village

Verbania

Milan which includes street scenes, heritage architecture and a sunset

Milan