Oltrarno Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Oltrarno
Stay near popular Oltrarno attractions
Activities
City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Small-Group Wine Tasting Experience in the Tuscan Countryside
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour
The Best of Tuscany Tour: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Lunch at a Winery
Florence Vespa Tour: Tuscan Hills, Food and Chianti Wine
Skip the Line: Florence's Accademia Gallery Priority Entrance Ticket
Our pick of the best Oltrarno Hotel Deals
Hotel Horto Convento
"Just great place to stay. Quiet and relaxed, friendly staff. Close to everything with short walks 30-30 mins max to most places. Area it’s in is nice as well. All good"
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Art Hotel Villa Agape
"This was the most beautiful property up in the hills, but only a couple of miles from the city center. The breakfast was great as you sit outside looking at the gardens and surrounding country side. The room was very clean with a great view of the hilly area. Very friendly staff made us feel welcome. ..."
Reviewed on 25 June 2026
B&B Hotel Firenze Pitti Palace al Ponte Vecchio
"Excellent location, great hotel"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Hotel La Scaletta Al Ponte Vecchio
"Great hotel in an amazing location with large spacious rooms and easy access to many key areas of Florence. Staff very very helpful and communicative. Would definitely stay again."
Reviewed on 25 June 2026
Hotel Villa Carlotta
"A beautiful hotel located approx 25 min walk from ponte vechio bridge. The staff are super friendly and helpful. Dogs are welcome. Breakfast was continental with plenty of choice. Pool area clean. 2 shaded areas about 6 sun beds were out when we were there plus deckchair type seats. You are given ..."
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
La Torre Del Cestello
"Wonderful room with a view , clean and very comfortable beds, plenty of space. The staff was kind. Hôtel location is great, not in main busy tourist area and near great food and coffee."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Oltrarno
Historic Centre of Florence
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Historic Centre of Florence. Top attractions like Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Uffizi Gallery are major draws. Catch the metro at Unità Tram Stop or Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Duomo
Visitors to Duomo rave about its fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and popular shops. You might also want to make some time to see Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore or Uffizi Gallery while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
San Giovanni
If you're spending some time in San Giovanni, Uffizi Gallery and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Maria Novella
Enjoy the popular shops in Santa Maria Novella. Piazza di Santa Maria Novella is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Porta al Prato - Leopolda Tram Stop or Fratelli Rosselli Tram Stop to see more of Porta al Prato.
Santa Croce
Santa Croce is known for its interesting museums, and you can plan a trip to Basilica of Santa Croce and Piazza Santa Croce while you're in town.
