San Giovanni Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A stone bridge with green shutters over a river.
A historic bridge with arches over a river, surrounded by yellow buildings and a crowd of people.
A stone archway with a view of a yellow building and people sitting below.
A stone bridge over a river with buildings on either side.
A detailed facade of a Gothic cathedral with intricate sculptures and ornate decorations.

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A historic building with intricate architectural details and a prominent tower.

Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

9.6/10 (11,758 reviews)
The magnificent dome of Santa Maria del Fiore provides the Florentine skyline with one of its most iconic outlines.
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Activities

City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off

City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

AU$40
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Best of Florence Walking Tour

Best of Florence Walking Tour

AU$33
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Best of Florence Walking Tour
Michaelangelo's David

Accademia timed-entry Ticket with Instant Delivery & Priority Access

AU$67
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Accademia timed-entry Ticket with Instant Delivery & Priority Access
Florence: Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine

Florence: Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine

AU$26
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Florence: Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour

Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour

AU$29
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour
People riding scooters in Tuscany

Florence Vespa Tour: Tuscan Hills, Food and Chianti Wine

AU$191
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Florence Vespa Tour: Tuscan Hills, Food and Chianti Wine
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Our pick of the best San Giovanni Hotel Deals

Hotel Calimala Florence

Hotel Calimala Florence

4 out of 5
Via Lamberti 5 Florence FI
The price is AU$635 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$635
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
Hotel Calimala Florence
Albergo Firenze

Albergo Firenze

3 out of 5
Piazza Donati 4 Florence FI
The price is AU$170 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$170
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Albergo Firenze
Grand Hotel Cavour

Grand Hotel Cavour

4 out of 5
Via del Proconsolo 3 Florence FI
The price is AU$419 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$419
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"Wonderful, central hotel (we walked from the train station and only yards from the Doumas) with really helpful staff who recommended a fantastic restaurant when we explained the kind of thing we were looking for. Very classic decor style. Great breakfast. Surely the best rooftop bar in town and it ..."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Grand Hotel Cavour
Hotel Pendini

Hotel Pendini

3 out of 5
Via Strozzi 2 Florence FI
The price is AU$407 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$407
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Florence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"This hotel was wonderful! The breakfast staff was incredibly friendly, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Everything was just great."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Hotel Pendini
Maxim Axial

Maxim Axial

3 out of 5
Via Dei Calzaiuoli 11 Florence FI
The price is AU$233 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$233
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Very clean rooms and central to florence. They dont provide an iron. You will need to go to the local laundry for ironing services."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Maxim Axial
Boutique Hotel del Corso

Boutique Hotel del Corso

3 out of 5
Via del Corso 1 Florence FI
The price is AU$207 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$207
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (322 reviews)
"great hotel. very friendly staff. nice location, lite"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Boutique Hotel del Corso
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Our guide on where to stay in San Giovanni

Find the best San Giovanni areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A river with buildings on the right bank.

Historic Centre of Florence

Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Piazza di Santa Maria Novella are a few top attractions in Historic Centre of Florence. Hop around the city on the metro at Unità Tram Stop or Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop and check out the area's fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and stunning river views.

A historic building with intricate architectural details, including a dome and ornate facades.

Duomo

Visitors to Duomo rave about its fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and popular shops. You might also want to make some time to see Piazza del Duomo or Piazza di Santa Maria Novella while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A historic church with intricate architecture and a large open plaza with people.

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.

An ornate building with intricate architectural details and a clear blue sky in the background.

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.

A historic bridge over a calm river at twilight, reflecting the surrounding buildings.

Oltrarno

Oltrarno is a destination visitors seek out for its fascinating museums, picturesque gardens and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like Pitti Palace or Via Maggio while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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