Villa Panza is Varese's standout villa visit, joining an elegant historic residence with a major collection of contemporary and environmental art. The contrast between formal rooms, gardens, and light-based installations gives the place a character that is more than another Lombard mansion.
The villa is especially worthwhile if you are using Varese as a base for Sacro Monte or the lakes and want a cultural stop in town. Go slowly through the interiors and leave time for the gardens, where the setting helps the art make sense.