Belforte Travel Guide
Varese
Popular places to visit

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

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.

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.

Estense Palace
One of the city’s most important public buildings is a stately Baroque palace nicknamed the Versailles of Milan for its grandeur.

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.

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

Premium Pizza-Making Class with a Pizzaiolo

Lake Como Rebels: Adventure day in Spina Verde Regional Park
Top hotels in Belforte

Sheraton Milan Malpensa Airport Hotel & Conference Center
Great location and clean. No coffee in room or early morning, only instant powder provided!
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Hotel Osteria della Pista
clean room, friendly staff, complete breakfast, good A/C
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Hotel Villa Malpensa
Fantastic hotel. We only stayed the one night before flying out the following morning. We had a huge room with a gorgeous balcony which was lovely to chill at with a glass of wine and the bed was super comfy. It’s only 5 mins from the airport yet peacefully quiet. They have a very efficient transfer ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026

First Hotel Malpensa
I highly recommend this hotel for ease in traveling to and from MXP airport. The staff is so friendly and helpful in organizing travel needs to and from the airport at any time of day, we felt well taken care of and had a stress-free experience.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Palace Grand Hotel Varese
Clean room. Very spacious. Amazing breakfast. Staff was very kind and helpful.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Palace Hotel
The room was lovely, and the view from the balcony over the lake was wonderful to wake up to each morning! Breakfast was delicious- loads of choice and all the food was very tasty. Staff were always very professional and friendly. We will definitely be coming back again.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Belforte

Mentasti
While Mentasti may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Palazzo e Giardini Estensi and Lake Varese bicycle trail.

Belforte Vecchio
While Belforte Vecchio isn't home to many top sights, Mercato and Castiglione Olona are some notable places to visit nearby.

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 Lake Varese bicycle trail and Corso Matteotti.

Bustecche
While Bustecche may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lake Varese bicycle trail and Corso Matteotti.

Downtown Varese
If you're spending some time in Downtown Varese, Corso Matteotti and San Vittore Basilica are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town
Old Town is beloved for its panoramic lake views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Corso Matteotti and San Vittore Basilica.
