- Art & Culture
Know Your Assets 2026
The fifth edition of the Varese event Discover Your Heritage, a program of free guided tours to explore the city’s historical and artistic treasures. Twelve events are scheduled from April to September, featuring itineraries to explore the beauty of Varese.
All tours are free, except for museum admission fees where applicable, and are led by certified guides. Book your tour:
April:
- April 11 - Tour of the historic center:
Explore the heart of Varese to discover its frescoed courtyards, historic squares, and the atmosphere of city life, amidst art, architecture, and local stories.
Duration: approx. 1h 30'
Meeting point: 3:00 PM, at the beginning of Corso Giacomo Matteotti (Media World store side)
- April 18 - Urban Trekking:
A fascinating walk through the lesser-known streets of the Garden City.
Accompanied by our guides, we will admire monumental trees, silent guardians of ancient stories, and observe raptors and migratory birds that stop in Varese before their long journey to Africa.
Duration: approximately 3 hours
Meeting point: 3:00 PM, Piazzale della Stazione FS, Piazzale Trieste, 3, 21100 Varese VA
May:
- May 16 at 3:00 PM (approx. 1.5 hours) - Visit to the Morandini Foundation (admission fee to be paid by the participant: €13, with possible discounts)
Guided tour dedicated to the work and artistic research of Marcello Morandini, with an in-depth look at abstract language, design, and contemporary architecture.
- May 23, 3:00 PM (approx. 1.5 hours) - Tour of the historic center (English)
exploring the city center, its frescoed courtyards, and city life
June:
- June 20, 10:00 a.m. (approx. 3 hours) - “Edible Herbs and Stories, Traditions, and Botanical Folklore in Varese”
walk through the historic center of Varese and the Estensi Gardens. Traditional beliefs and recipes from Varese. We will discover some of the natural plants found there, their historical uses, and above all the stories, legends, and myths associated with them.
- June 28, 10:00 a.m. (approx. 2.5 hours) - Visit to the village of Santa Maria del Monte + Lodovico Pogliaghi House Museum (admission fee to be paid by the participant: €5)
Guided tour of the village of Santa Maria del Monte and the Pogliaghi House Museum, to discover the artist and the historical and artistic value of the collection.
July:
- July 5, 10:30 a.m. (approx. 1.5 hours) - Visit to Villa and the Panza Collection (ticket €12, paid by the participant)
Guided tour of the historic villa and the renowned contemporary art collection, focusing on the dialogue between the works, architecture, and landscape.
- July 19, 10:00 a.m. (approx. 2.5 hours) - Visit to Sacro Monte with hike (English)
Guided tour along the Via Sacra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a visit to the chapels and the village of Santa Maria del Monte, exploring art, spirituality, and the landscape
- July 26, 10:00 a.m. (approx. 2.5 hours) - Visit to the village of Santa Maria del Monte + Lodovico House Museum (admission fee of €5 to be paid by the participant)
Guided tour of the village of Santa Maria del Monte and the Pogliaghi House Museum, to discover the artist and the historical and artistic value of the collection.
August:
- August 30, 3:00 PM (approx. 1.5 hours) - Visit to the Morandini Foundation (admission fee to be paid by the participant: €13, with possible discounts)
Guided tour dedicated to the work and artistic research of Marcello Morandini, with an in-depth look at abstract language, design, and contemporary architecture.
September:
- September 6, 10:30 a.m. (approx. 1.5 hours) - Tour of Villa and the Panza Collection (ticket €12, paid by the participant)
Guided tour of the historic villa and the renowned contemporary art collection, focusing on the dialogue between artworks, architecture, and landscape.
- September 12, 3:00 PM (approx. 1.5 hours) - Tour of the historic center
to discover the city center, its frescoed courtyards, and city life
Initiative promoted by the City of Varese as part of the project Discover Your Heritage
Reserve your spot for free and get ready to discover Varese!
For more info:
https://www.vareseturismo.it/eventi
info@vareseturismo.it
3791348981
