Belforte Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Corso Matteotti
During your trip to Varese, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Corso Matteotti.
Estensi Gardens
Wander through an attractive parkland modeled on the gardens of a royal household and explore its archeological museum.
Activities
The Sentiero Azzurro at Lake Mergozzo in the footsteps of the Picasass
Cantonese Dimsum Cooking Lesson in Como or Lugano with Chef Ling
Lake Como Rebels: Adventure day in Spina Verde Regional Park
Italian Cooking Private Class on Lake Maggiore
Locarno and Ascona: Scenic Electric Bike Cycling Tour
Our pick of the best Belforte Hotel Deals
Sheraton Milan Malpensa Airport Hotel & Conference Center
Very nice hotel with good restaurant. Spa was nice as well. Convenient to airport.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Hotel Villa Malpensa
Good location, friendly staff. Specially tall, grey hair and mid aged receptionist for night time, i forgot to take his name. He is a gem. Incredible service by him.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
First Hotel Malpensa
Clean, comfortable room. Staff were lovely, very friendly and helpful. Hotel restaurant was decent which is nice considering there isn't much else around. They also have a little snack bar open 24/7.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Just Hotel Lomazzo Fiera
Good
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Villa Principe Leopoldo
The breakfast served in the dining room is amazing, excellent selection of any kind of food you may eat. The service and staff are exquisite. Only the building needs to be refreshed and the rooms to be equipped with USB plugs or international plugs fur foreign travelers.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Palace Hotel
Great staff, location and rooms were great
Reviewed on 16 Jan 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 Castiglione Olona and Lake Varese bicycle trail.
Belforte Vecchio
While Belforte Vecchio isn't home to many top sights, Castiglione Olona and San Vittore Basilica 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 Castiglione Olona and Lake Varese bicycle trail.
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 Castiglione Olona.
Downtown Varese
If you're spending some time in Downtown Varese, Castiglione Olona 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 San Vittore Basilica and Corso Matteotti.
