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Things to do in Varazze Italy – what to see attractions and activities

Welcome to Varazze Italy. If you’are planning to visit Varazze for your next trip and you are looking for the best places to visit, here you’ll find tips and suggestions of most popular point of interest and activities not to be missed in Varazze and surrounding. Travelers will appreciate this italian town with his rich historical and artistic heritage, local culture and environment. Discover the monuments, buildings, natural treasures and all the details that characterize Varazze and its territory. Share and suggest a place you've visited.

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Liguria, Varazze

Liguria, Varazze

Varazze is an ancient medieval village in the Province of Savona nestling within an inlet on the Western Riviera.

The village itself is beautiful as well as historic including the church of St. Ambrogio dating back to the 16th century with its Romanesque-Gothic bell tower and the church of St. Domenico built in 1419. There are also the remains of the medieval walls.

Varazze has some beautiful beaches and has been awarded with the Blue Flag for their quality.

It is also a modern tourist port and has many high quality bars, shops and restaurants.

Nearby is the Regional Natural Park of Beigua, its woodland and mountains ideal for walking and enjoying nature.

The climate is pleasant, with moderate temperatures all year round. The sea temperature can reach 27 degrees during the summer.

written by Redazione Visit Italy - Last update: 31/08/2021

What To See near Varazze

Celle Ligure (3 Km)

Buco del Prete

Celle Ligure (3 Km)

Spiaggia della Torre

Celle Ligure (3 Km)

Chiesa di San Michele

Albisola Superiore (5 Km)

Spiaggia della torre

Albisola Superiore (6 Km)

Museo Civico "M. Trucco"

The Museum is located in a villa donated by the painter and potter Manilo Trucco to the Municipality, together with the paintings and ceramics he created. To name, the ceramic statue St. George and the Dragon, a panel from 1500 in majolica tiles, pharmacy vases from the 17th and 18th century and the collection of archaeological finds.

Albissola Marina (6 Km)

Fabbrica Casa Museo G Mazzotti 1903

Born from the separation of the activities of two famous potters, Tullio and Torido Mazzotti in 1960, the Museum exhibits, for its visitors, works created at the Mazzotti kilns produced in the second half of the ' 900. The collection is very rich in works by different authors who present the extraordinary results achieved in the processing of art ceramics.

Albissola Marina (7 Km)

Museo di Villa "Faraggiana"

The Museum of Villa Faraggiana is located at the homonymous villa. The villa is a building of the 18th century and extends over a quiet area with a wonderful park with two beautiful fountains. The main rooms of the villa preserve the frescoes, decorations and original furnishings of the time during which the villa was built.

Albissola Marina (7 Km)

Museo del Centro Studi A Jorn

The Museum of the Asger Jorn Studies Centre, is located at the house that the artist himself built, inhabited and then donated to the Municipality of Albissola with the desire that it would become a reception center for the artists of all over the world. Thanks to the renovations of the house, the public is able to appreciate the furnishings, the sculptures and even the beautiful hill.

Savona (9 Km)

Quadreria del Seminario Vescovile

The Framework of the Episcopal Seminary is a collection that includes about 100 works dating from the 15th to the 20th century, of which also sculptural presences. It is a rich collection of furnishings and paintings arranged along the corridors and in some rooms of the Seminary. The Quadreria can be visited only by reservation. The Framework of the Episcopal Seminary is a museum in which paintings, sculptures and furnishings are exhibited. All this heritage is the result of donations, especially the voluminous one by Agostino Cortese. Among the most important paintings present are a 15th-century polyptych and a Holy Family attributed to Van Dyck. However, there are other works, such as those by Gio Battista Carlone, Gioacchino Assereto and del Grechetto.

Savona (9 Km)

Torre Leon Pancaldo

Torre Leon Pancaldo is located on the port of Savona. It is considered one of the symbols of the city and is also known as Torre della Quarda or Torretta. The structure, as well as the square, is dedicated to the Savonese navigator Leon Pancaldo. Inside we can also observe a painting from the 18th century representing the coat of arms of the Republic of Genoa.

Savona (9 Km)

Torretta

Located in square Leon Pancaldo, built in the fourteenth century at the crossroads of the strategic port, it is considered the symbol of the city.

Savona (9 Km)

Palazzo Pozzobonello

Palazzo Pozzobonello, the residence of the noble Savonese families, was erected in 1520. Today it is the property of the Municipality of Savona. It is one of the most beautiful palaces in the area that deserves to be visited because it houses in its halls a remarkable collection of works from the Ligurian Renaissance, and Savonese ceramics of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.

Savona (9 Km)

Palazzo Ferrero-Grassi-Lamba Doria

The Palazzo Lamba Doria is a stately residence of the '500. Outside you can see the marble portal embellished by the acefale figures that were taken from the destroyed Palazzo Grimaldi. The interior, on the other hand, was further enriched by frescoes and majolica by the Savonese and Albisolese furnaces. The building was bought by the Chamber of Commerce in 1952. After the restoration finished in 1958, the palace became the seat of the Chamber of Commerce, a role it also plays currently.

Savona (9 Km)

Torre Aliberti

Torre Aliberti dates back to the twelfth century and is located at Palazzo Martinengo. From its strategic position it was used to monitor the traffic on the sea by the merchants of the time. It is currently located on Piazza Salineri and the ancient elements of the facade show its date back to the Middle Ages.

Savona (9 Km)

Teatro Gabriello Chiabrera

The Gabriello Chiabrera Theatre is the main theater in the city and in the province and is named after the poet and playwright Gabriello Chiabrera. The theater was inaugurated on 1 October 1853 with the Attila by Giuseppe Verdi.

Savona (9 Km)

Palazzo della Rovere

Built in 1495 and finished in the '500, it is the largest building in the historic center of Savona. In 1507 the palace was used as accommodation for the nobles. During 1673 it was used as a convent for the Poor Clares, which then also became the owners of it. At the beginning of the 19th century he assumed the role of the seat of the Napoleonic Prefecture. The interior has a hallway decorated with the same rounds of antiquity. Today the building is state-owned. In the chapel attributed to the Courthouse, there is a fresco depicting Napoleon's Apotheosis.

Savona (9 Km)

Pinacoteca Civica

The Civic Art Gallery of Savona is located in Palazzo Gavotti. The latter was built in the second half of the 16th century on pre-existing medieval structures and modified in the nineteenth century. The museum, considered among the most important in Liguria, presents a rich collection of paintings, sculptures and ceramics, among these of the Renaissance masterpieces known all over the world. Since 2010, one of the rooms of the art gallery hosts a particular collection of icons dedicated to the “Grand Mother of the Three Hands” collected by Professor Renzo Mantero.

Savona (9 Km)

Palazzo degli Anziani

This palace overlooks Piazza del Brandale, the heart of the ancient medieval center of Savona. It is called that because it was built in the 14th century and was the ancient seat of the Council of Elders of the city. Inside are the busts of Christopher Columbus and Gabrielle Chiabrera. In addition, you can admire sculptures, figurative tombstones, paintings and frescoes of considerable historical interest.

Savona (9 Km)

Torre del Brandale

The Tower was built around the 11th century and was one of the most important in the city at that time. After it was purchased by the municipality at the beginning of the 14th century, it had several modifications: the bell was added to it and was lowered more than 20 meters, which changed its original appearance. On the façade are the illustration of the Virgin and the coats of arms of the feuds reached the domination of the locality in the '300.

Savona (9 Km)

Civico Museo Storico Archeologico

The Historical Archaeological Museum of Savona was inaugurated in 1990 inside the Priamar Fortress. The Museum has been enriched by the research carried out by the International Institute of Ligurian Studies since the 1950s. Owned by the Municipality, the Museum is managed by the Sabazia Section of the International Institute of Ligurian Studies.

Savona (9 Km)

Cattedrale dell'Assunta

It is located in the heart of the city and it is divided into three naves and has a Latin cross. Inside, some fine works and part of the church is the museum of the treasure.

Savona (9 Km)

Palazzo Vescovile

The Bishop's Palace is located in Savona and was built in the eighteenth century. In the building we find the rooms of Pius VII, which were designed by Stefano Brusco. We also find architectural traces and tombstones. Over time, the building has been refurbished.

Savona (10 Km)

Collezione d'Arte "Sandro Pertini"

This Art Collection is dedicated to the former President of the Republic Sandro Pertini and to the Savonese sculptor Renata Cuneo. It is a civic museum that houses paintings and ceramics from the fourteenth century linked to the history of the city. We can also admire sculptures donated by Cuneo and by many contemporary Italian artists.

Savona (10 Km)

Fortezza Priamar

The fortress of the Priamar di Savona is an imposing structure that overlooks the city center at the port, on the hill that bears the same name, Priamar. In the nineteenth century it became a military prison, and it remained famous for being the place of imprisonment of Giuseppe Mazzini.

Savona (11 Km)

Santuario di Nostra Signora della Misericordia

It is dedicated to the patron saint of the city and is a magnificent example of Baroque architecture. In its interior it boasts a magnificent altar by Gian Lorenzo Bernini and precious paintings by Domenichino.

Vado Ligure (15 Km)

Pinacoteca Civica

The Art Gallery is located in the eighteenth-century Villa Groppallo since 1982. Inside it are exhibited paintings and sculptures of contemporary art created by local and national artists. In one of the sections of this museum there are paintings dating back to the 11th and 17th centuries. In addition, inside we find the terracotta sarcophagi and chalks of the War Monument of Vado Ligure.

Vado Ligure (15 Km)

Museo Civico "Don Queirolo"

The “Don Queirolo” Civic Museum takes its name from the one who has decided to donate, through a will, his collections of works of art, the archpriest Cesare Queirolo. A considerable number of books, prints and paintings are part of this collection. All objects come from archaeological finds found on the site of Vada Sabatia. The museum is located in what was once the residence of the priest.

Bergeggi (16 Km)

Spiaggia di Bergeggi

Bergeggi (17 Km)

Forte San Giacomo

Fort San Giacomo is located in Piazza di Vado Ligure. The fortress was built in 1618 by the Republic of Genoa. In 1658, the building was destroyed and later renovated, until it obtained its present appearance.

Bergeggi (17 Km)

Torre Romana ruderi

The Roman Tower was built during the Middle Ages. It has a square structure with two naves. It belonged to the Bishop of Savona, but currently there are only the ruins left that are privately owned.

Bergeggi (17 Km)

Torre di Ere

In the town of Bergeggi, in the middle of the woods and a beautiful vegetation, there are the ruins of the Tower of Ere. The building was built around the 10th century for defensive functions. The structure could only be reached by passing through the beautiful garden of the residential complex, built in the 1960s. For a long time the structure has been abandoned and currently there are only a few ruins left.

Other attractions in Varazze

Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo dei Pavoni

It was built in 1910 and is centrally located on Via Paleocapa. It is a good example of Liberty style, with large colorful ceramic inserts for smooth surfaces with tiled bands decorated with beautiful peacocks.

Are you looking for other ideas for sleeping in Varazze?

Agriturismo Santamaria - >Celle Ligure

Agriturismo Santamaria

Celle Ligure (1 Km) - Via Postetta, 35

e-mail www +3919991580

Eurocamping Calvisio - >Finale Ligure

Eurocamping Calvisio

Finale Ligure (27 Km) - Via Calvisio 37

e-mail www +3919601240

Hotel Florenz - >Finale Ligure

Hotel Florenz

Finale Ligure (28 Km) - Via Brunenghi, 124

e-mail www +3919695667

Situated in a quiet location only 900 metres from the sea, and a short walk away the historical medieval town centre, the hotel originally an 18th Century monastery, still maintains its untouched character. The three floors are served by lift, rooms have private facilities, TV and telephone.

Hotel Noris - >Finale Ligure

Hotel Noris

Finale Ligure (26 Km) - Via Paolo Cappa 60

e-mail www +393515910758

For a completely relaxing holiday, in a panoramic position and just a few steps from the sea. The Hotel, built by grandfather Filippo in 1952, is now managed directly by the grandchildren, who have always been hoteliers. The structure, with lift, has been completely renovated and fully air-conditioned. Wi-Fi access guaranteed throughout the building. The rooms are equipped with Flat screen TV, safe and in the bathroom you will find hairdryer and courtesy kit. Private parking on reservation. LIMITED PLACES € 9 per night. In the wonderful and fresh terrace overlooking the sea, both buffet breakfasts and delicious gourmet dinners with organic products at km 0 are served.

Lido Resort - >Finale Ligure

Lido Resort

Finale Ligure (27 Km) - Lungomare Migliorini, 9

e-mail www +39199388013

The Residence Lido Resort is located directly on the Lungomare Promenade of Finale Ligure, in front of the beach, close to shops, supermarkets, cafes and typical restaurants. All the exclusive Studio and one-bedroom apartment are air-conditioned and have a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer, kitchen equipped with utensils and appliances, TV, safe, complete linen (sheets, towels, tablecloth) with change on request up to 2 times a week. The Residence formula provides for overnight stay only with consumption and end-of-stay cleaning, linen. Children: free baby kit on request Bike Friendly: bike room dedicated to private bikes with video surveillance, laundry with free washing machine and dryer, information , washing area. City bikes at free disposal some with rear child seat available In the bathing season: private beach in front free for guests (deck chairs, sun lounger and umbrella from the 5th and rear row). Private Parking area at 450 meters by reservation with extra charge. Rooftop lounge on the 7th floor magnificent 360 ° view of the Gulf of Finale.

Tips for sleeping in Varazze

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Hotels

Residence

Villas and apartments

Destinations nearby

Celle Ligure

It is 4,3 Km away - about 7 minutes

Albissola Marina

Albissola Marina

It is 8,5 Km away - about 14 minutes

Albisola Superiore

Albisola Superiore

It is 8,9 Km away - about 11 minutes

Arenzano

It is 11,1 Km away - about 14 minutes

Savona

It is 12,2 Km away - about 19 minutes

Vado Ligure

Vado Ligure

It is 19,8 Km away - about 20 minutes

Sassello

Sassello

It is 24 Km away - about 38 minutes

Bergeggi

Bergeggi

It is 24,6 Km away - about 25 minutes

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