We do not consider a secret that Varese is a rainy city, but who said there is nothing to do in the area on a rainy day? A museum tour, historical villas, a full day of shopping or a local food and wine experience: discover the top 5 thigs to do in Varese and the province when it rains!
Museums: one of the most interesting shelters from the rain easy to find all over the province: from the Frera Museum in Tradate, where you can discover the history of the brand to the MA*GA Museum in Gallarate, which offers visitors a comprehensive and eloquent overview of the main trends in the art world from the mid-twentieth century to present day.
But also:
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Historical villas: imperial halls, panelled ceilings, frescos and vintage fornitures: crossing the threshold of the old dwellings in Varese, you can easily and fastlly go back to the past. The right soundtrack? raindrops on the huge windows.
Don't miss:
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Shopping: a shopping session is a must on rainy days. From the porches of the Varese historical centre to the pictoresque narrow streets of the pedestrian area of Gallarate, you have a huge selection of stores and shops for you shopping day!
Don't miss also:
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Art immersion: a grey day can easily become a great chance to immerse yourself in the art world and visit the less known galleries. Walking through art works and paintings you will easily froget about the weather outside, discovering new stories and facts.
Don't miss:
- Galleria Ghiggini, since 1822. The art gallery is situated in Corso Matteotti, the main street of the old town of Varese.
- Galleria Punto sull'arte, since 2011. The art space, situated in Casbeno, Varese, feature contemporary artworks and artists.
Credits: @ghiggini1882 and @puntosullarte
Local food experience: what's better than a food tour through local scents and flavors during a rainy day? Discover the main food products of Varese: Dolce Varese, Amaretti di Saronno and Gallarate and the Pesche di Monate.
Tips for a great local food experience:
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Where to stay: discover all the hotels in Varese city centre
What to do: a visit in the historical Birrificio Angelo Poretti, located in a beautiful Liberty style building where you'll learn all the secrets about making beer
Do you want to be accompanied on this tour? Request a licensed tour guide. Contact us!
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