Length
- 7 hours
Highlights
- A full-day private tour in Varese
- A beautiful contemporary art collection
- Site-specific installations by American artists
- Gardens and parks for a pleasent stroll
Perfect for
- Contemporary art enthusiasts
- Travelers seeking authentic experiences
- Nature lovers
- Small private groups
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Description
Contemporary art and hige gardens: discover Villa Panza, in Varese
Begin your full-day private tour meeting your private licensed local guide at Villa Panza in Varese, an 18th-century masterpiece. Originally built for Marquis Paolo Antonio Menafoglio and later expanded during the Neoclassical period, this U-shaped noble mansion is a significant historical site. In the 1930s, the villa was purchased by the Panza family, and today it is renowned for the contemporary art collection of Count Giuseppe Panza.
A pleasent stroll around Varese historic centre
Enjoy a leisurely walk to the heart of Varese city centre, where you’ll have some free time for lunch. In the afternoon, take a guided tour of Varese city centre, exploring its most iconic civil and religious landmarks. Stroll through charming courtyards and discover hidden corners, immersing yourself in the history of Varese. Learn about the city’s transformation into the “garden city” when it became the seat of Francis III of Este, Duke of Modena, and a haven for the construction of lavish villas surrounded by lush, expansive parks.
Happy ending: a local aperitif
Conclude your day with a “pink aperitif” featuring the famous “Apollo” aperitif at a historical café in Varese, enjoying the local tradition in a picturesque setting.
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Inclusions
- A private licensed tour guide (7 hours’ length)
- A private tour guide to visit Villa Panza interiors
- Admission tickets to Villa Panza and its garden
- n. 01 aperitif
Meeting point and notes
In front of Villa Panza main entrance, Piazzale Litta, Varese. Please, let us know the name of your hotel. Allergies / intolerances must be communicated on your reservation. The trip is always confirmed, in case of rain too (only in case of dangerous conditions our company will contact you). Comfortable dress and shoes are recommended
