San Lorenzo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A domed building with red-tiled roofs, surrounded by other buildings with similar architecture.
A crowded indoor dining area with high ceilings and modern architecture.
A panoramic view of a city with historic architecture, including a prominent dome and towers.
A cityscape with a prominent church with a dome and a cross on top, surrounded by other buildings and rooftops.
A bustling indoor market with various stalls and people shopping and dining.

Stay near popular San Lorenzo attractions

A market with various stalls selling food and drinks.

Central Market

9.0/10 (2,334 reviews)
Feast on Italian cheeses, chocolates and authentic pizza and shop for leather goods at this indoor market and its surrounding street stalls.
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Activities

City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off

City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

AU$37
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour

Reserved Entry Florence Duomo: Express Guided Tour

AU$39
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Reserved Entry Florence Duomo: Express Guided Tour
Michaelangelo's David

Accademia timed-entry Ticket with App Guide

AU$63
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Accademia timed-entry Ticket with App Guide
The Best of Tuscany in One Day Sightseeing Tour

The Best of Tuscany Tour: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Lunch at a Winery

AU$129
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
The Best of Tuscany Tour: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Lunch at a Winery
Cinque Terre and Pisa Day Trip from Florence

Cinque Terre & Pisa Day Trip from Florence with Monterosso & Vernazza

AU$131
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Cinque Terre & Pisa Day Trip from Florence with Monterosso & Vernazza
People riding scooters in Tuscany

Florence Vespa Tour: Tuscan Hills, Food and Chianti Wine

AU$210
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Florence Vespa Tour: Tuscan Hills, Food and Chianti Wine
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Our pick of the best San Lorenzo Hotel Deals

Plus Florence - Hostel

Plus Florence - Hostel

Via Santa Caterina D'Alessandria, 15 Florence FI
The price is AU$94 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$94
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great value and position , tram straight from airport and a 2 minute walk from tram stop"

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026

Plus Florence - Hostel
The Social Hub Florence Lavagnini

The Social Hub Florence Lavagnini

4 out of 5
Viale Spartaco Lavagnini 70 72 Florence FI
Fully refundable
The price is AU$123 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$123
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,644 reviews)
"Absolutely amazing place to stay !"

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

The Social Hub Florence Lavagnini
Hotel Galileo

Hotel Galileo

3 out of 5
Via Nazionale 22/A Florence FI
The price is AU$132 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$132
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Hotel Galileo
IQ Hotel Firenze

IQ Hotel Firenze

4 out of 5
Via Camillo Cavour, 88 Florence FI
The price is AU$210 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$210
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,281 reviews)
"everything"

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

IQ Hotel Firenze
Hotel La Fortezza

Hotel La Fortezza

3 out of 5
Viale Giovanni Milton 95 Florence FI
The price is AU$110 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$110
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent hotel with beautiful rooms. Not in the centre but tram stop 2 mins walk or easy 20/30 mins walk to main square depending on speed. No complaints. All was lovely. Did not have breakfast."

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026

Hotel La Fortezza
Globus Urban Hotel

Globus Urban Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Sant'Antonino 24 Florence FI
The price is AU$236 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$236
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,065 reviews)
"We liked the staff at the desk and at breakfast. All were kind and friendly! Breakfast had some variety of choices. The location is walkable to and from the train station and to the historical sites."

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026

Globus Urban Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in San Lorenzo

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

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 Piazza del Duomo and Piazza di Santa Maria Novella are major draws. Catch the metro at Unità Tram Stop or Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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 Florence.

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 bridge with arches over a river, surrounded by yellow buildings and a crowd of people.

San Giovanni

If you're spending some time in San Giovanni, Piazza della Repubblica and Via de' Calzaiuoli are top sights worth seeing.

A grand cathedral with intricate architectural details, including statues and ornate decorations.

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.

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