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Things to see in Novara (Italy): 22 places and when to go
Novara is a city in Italy with around 101,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 22 places in and around it, mainly History (9), Temples (5), Nature (4). The best known are Basilica of San Gaudenzio, Saint Euphemia Church and Proh Castle. The best time to come is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 15 h 28 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 32. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Italy · 45.45, 8.62
- Population
- About 101,000
- Places
- 22 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (9) · Temples (5) · Nature (4) · Wildlife (4) · Museums and art (2) · With kids (1)
- Best time
- March to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to February and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- MXP Ferno (VA), 22 km as the crow flies
What to see in Novara
The places in and around Novara, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Basilica of San GaudenzioChurch building in Novara, Italy146 m
- Saint Euphemia ChurchChurch building in Novara, Italy661 m
- Proh CastleCastle in Proh, Briona, Italy13 km
- Castello di CaltignagaCastle in Caltignaga, Italy8.0 km
- Visconti-Sforza CastleCastle in Galliate, Italy6.8 km
- Visconti-Sforza CastleCastle in Novara, Italy655 m
- San Vito a CavaglianoChurch building in Bellinzago Novarese, Italy9.4 km
- Galleria d'Arte Moderna Paolo e Adele GiannoniNovara, Italy388 m
- Faraggiana Ferrandi Natural History MuseumNatural history museum in Piedmont120 m
- Dead AgognaProtected natural area in the province of Novara17 km
- Balocco CastleCastle in Piedmont, Italy26 km
- castello-ricetto di GhemmeBuilding in Ghemme, Italy23 km
- San Michele Arcangelo, Garbagna NovareseChurch of Saint Michael the Archangel in Garbagna Novarese7.8 km
- Castello di BuronzoCastle in Buronzo, Italy28 km
- Castello di RovasendaCastle in Rovasenda, Italy26 km
- castello di LentaFortified building in Italy22 km
- Sant'AbbondioChurch buildings in Buronzo, Italy28 km
- OndalandWith kids16 km
- Riserva naturale della Palude di CasalbeltrameProtected area in Piedmont, Italy9.6 km
- Riserva Naturale Orientata delle BaraggeProtected area in Italy (EUAP0349)29 km
- Il Barone VinoWinery6.4 km
- Parco naturale ValpomettoNatural park in Italy16 km
When to go to Novara
The best time to visit Novara is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:54
- FebPossible10:09
- MarBest time11:37
- AprBest time13:18
- MayBest time14:42
- JunBest time15:28
- JulPossible15:09
- AugPossible13:55
- SepBest time12:18
- OctBest time10:41
- NovPossible9:15
- DecPossible8:32
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 28 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 32. In April, 22 of the 22 places are at their best.
When to go to Italy in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Novara
The nearest main airport is Milan Malpensa International Airport (MXP, Ferno (VA)), 22 km as the crow flies. How to get around Italy (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Vercelli19 places20 km
- Pombia34 places21 km
- Vigevano9 places24 km
- Canegrate32 places28 km
- Mede13 places40 km
- Varese47 places46 km
And all of Italy, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Novara?
The best known: Basilica of San Gaudenzio, Saint Euphemia Church, Proh Castle, Castello di Caltignaga, Visconti-Sforza Castle. In all, 22 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Novara?
March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 15 h 28 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 32.
How do you get to Novara?
The nearest main airport is Milan Malpensa International Airport (MXP), 22 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Novara as the destination and these 22 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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