1. HomepageHomepage
  2. Europe
  3. Italy
  4. Varese
  5. Current: Best museums

The best museums in Varese in January 2026

These are the top 5 best museums in Varese, Italy, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2026. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

For a complete overview of museums in Varese, their exhibitions and discount cards & passes, see our overview page with all museums in Varese.

You may need to reserve time slots for some museums in Varese. Check here to see which places and tickets you can already book in advance. 👉
Reserve now

Looking for the best museums in Varese? These are the best ones:

  1. Villa Panza1

    Villa Panza

     Varese
     4.6
  3. Museo Archeologico di Villa Mirabello2

    Museo Archeologico di Villa Mirabello

     Varese
     4.4
    History & Anthropology History
  4. Museo Baroffio e del Santuario3

    Museo Baroffio e del Santuario

     Varese
    The Museo Baroffio e del Santuario del Sacro Monte in Varese holds a significant place in the history of Lombardy as one of its oldest museums. It was originally inaugurated in August 1900, making it a site of historical interest for visitors.
     3.8
    History & Anthropology History
  5. Museo Civico di Arte Moderna e Contemporanea - Castello Masnago4

    Museo Civico di Arte Moderna e Contemporanea - Castello Masnago

     Varese
    The Castello di Masnago, also known as "Castello Castiglioni-Mantegazza", is a medieval fortification that was transformed into a villa by the Castiglioni family in the 15th century. The castle is adorned with an important cycle of secular frescoes in the courtly Gothic style, which adds to its historical and artistic significance.
     4.2
    Art & Design Art
  6. 5

    Casa Museo Lodovico Pogliaghi

     Varese
     4.5
    Art & Design Art

All museums in Varese

Best museums

More popular cities in Italy