Sant'Ambrogio Travel Guide
Varese
Visit Sant'Ambrogio
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Corso Matteotti
During your trip to Varese, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Corso Matteotti.
Estense Palace
One of the city’s most important public buildings is a stately Baroque palace nicknamed the Versailles of Milan for its grandeur.
Estensi Gardens
One of the city’s most important public buildings is a stately baroque palace nicknamed the Versailles of Milan for its grandeur.
Things to do
Tour in Varese of Traditional Italian Costume Jewelry
From Lesa: Sail to Stresa and the Borromean Islands
Lake Como Rebels: Adventure day in Spina Verde Regional Park
Locarno and Ascona: Scenic Electric Bike Cycling Tour
Italian Cooking Private Class on Lake Maggiore
Cantonese Dimsum Cooking Lesson in Como or Lugano with Chef Ling
Top hotels in Sant'Ambrogio
Sheraton Milan Malpensa Airport Hotel & Conference Center
"Very nice, clean room. Super helpful staff, really nice food at restaurant."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Villa Sassa
"Great hotel but a large construction crane obscures a wonderful view from pool and dining area."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
First Hotel Malpensa
"Conveniently located by the airport as the stay in Italy."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Palace Grand Hotel Varese
"Great location and great service"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hotel Funicolare
"Great service and breakfast. I upgraded the room to balcony lake view. Excellent option"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Milan - Malpensa Airport by IHG
"It was ok. Not gonna blow your socks off. But as a place to bed down after a flight, could be far worse"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sant'Ambrogio
Aggregazione Rionale 4
If you're spending some time in Aggregazione Rionale 4, Sacro Monte di Varese and Sacro Monte Funicular are top sights worth seeing.
Biumo Superiore
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Biumo Superiore and surrounding area, you can visit Villa Menafoglio Litta Panza and Collection and Villa Mylius.
Old Town
Old Town is beloved for its panoramic lake views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like San Vittore Basilica and Corso Matteotti.
Downtown Varese
If you're spending some time in Downtown Varese, San Vittore Basilica and Corso Matteotti are top sights worth seeing.
Aggregazione Rionale 1
While visiting Aggregazione Rionale 1, you might make a stop by sights like Estense Palace and Corso Matteotti.
Centro, Casbeno
While Centro, Casbeno isn't home to many top sights, Estense Palace and Corso Matteotti are some notable places to visit nearby.
