Oltrarno Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Oltrarno
Stay near popular Oltrarno attractions
Activities
City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour
Accademia timed-entry Ticket with Instant Delivery & Priority Access
Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti
Best of Florence Tour with David at Accademia & Duomo (with VIP option)
Our pick of the best Oltrarno Hotel Deals
Hotel Horto Convento
"I so love this hotel. I have been there 4 years ago. Its in an incredible part of town, quiet quaint full of artists shops. There is even an adorable ginger cat that hung out in the grass in front. We came back again now and I plan to be back as well."
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026
Hotel La Scaletta Al Ponte Vecchio
Hotel Lungarno - Lungarno Collection
"Amazing hotel! The location is prime, views and steps to the Ponte Vecchio, restaurants, and shopping. The staff was attentive to our needs and made check in/out swift and seamless. Our room was an Arno-view room with a terrace and it was fabulous. A must-stay property in Firenze."
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026
Art Hotel Villa Agape
B&B Hotel Firenze Pitti Palace al Ponte Vecchio
"Great air conditioning, ice in the lobby, close to everything. Recommended!"
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026
La Torre Del Cestello
"I had a wonderful stay. The room was clean, spacious and comfortable. The location was convenient and a quick walk to the metro, attractions and many dining options. The room provided many extra amenities such as water, coffee and bathroom slippers. The air conditioning unit in my room was very weak ..."
Reviewed on 4 Aug 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 Piazza del Duomo 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 Piazza del Duomo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
San Giovanni
If you're spending some time in San Giovanni, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Piazza della Repubblica 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.
