Landmarks

Tickets to the Villa e Collezione Panza

Art aficionado or not, this 18th-century Villa Panza in Varese, Italy makes for a great travel activity for individuals and families. With the help of an audio guide learn about the villa’s history and the artworks displayed at your own pace.

Highlights

Let your inner art enthusiast come alive at Villa Panza, an 18th-century mansion built at the top of Biumo hill.
The villa’s ancient rooms house nearly 150 modern artworks from the 20th century by American artists whose themes revolve around color and light.
An audio guide in the form of a QR code will help you understand the contemporary art collection that includes works from James Turrel, Robert Irwin, and dan flavin.
Villa Panza promises a rich aesthetic experience for children and adults alike, as it provides specially designed program activities that will keep you entertained and engaged.
Stroll through the manicured gardens of the villa and discover the land-art installations.
The villa contains a restaurant, Luce Restaurant, and a coffee shop within the premises for some quick refreshments and a museum shop to get some artistic souvenirs.

Inclusions

Admission to Villa e Collezione Panza
An online Audio Guide in the form of a QR code in English and Italian

Exclusions

Meal inclusions
Hotel transfers

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Your Experience

Just a few kilometers from Como and Milan lies Varese, a quiet town that became a leisure destination for the wealthy during the 17th to 20th century, Villa Panza is located at the top of the Biumo hill here in Varese.

The villa was owned by Count Giuseppe Panza and later bequeathed along with his work and the gardens to the FAI, a fund for the protection of Italy's artistic heritage. The villa is home to nearly 150 remarkable contemporary pieces of modern American art from the 20th century. The theme of the artworks revolves around light and color and the villa has become an exhibition venue of admired international prominence.

Villa e Collezione Panza has specifically designed programs that suit all age groups which helps one understand art and light. Take a stroll through the villa and its garden with an audio guide that help you understand the beautiful artworks of James Turrel, Robert Irwin, and Dan Flavin. Take a break at the bookshop cafe or the restaurant within the premises.

Know Before You Go

Important Information

Individuals with disabilities and the person who accompanies them are given free access to FAI properties.
The villa is stroller and wheelchair accessible.
Dogs are allowed in the gardens only if they are leashed.

Timings

Tue to Sun: 10am to 6pm

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the attraction.
Please arrive at the attraction 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.