San Lorenzo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit San Lorenzo
Popular places to visit
Central Market
Feast on Italian cheeses, chocolates and authentic pizza and shop for leather goods at this indoor market and its surrounding street stalls.
Piazza San Marco
Piazza San Marco is just one of the places to see in Florence, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the churches in this vibrant area.
Medici Chapels
You can learn about the history of Florence when you stop by Medici Chapels. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and churches in this vibrant area.
San Marco Convent and Museum
You can study the exhibits at San Marco Convent and Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Florence. Add the area's stunning cathedral or notable monuments to your travel plans.
University of Florence
Explore the campus of University of Florence as part of your travels around Florence. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Saint Apollonia Last Supper
You can browse the exhibits at Saint Apollonia Last Supper, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Florence. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Activities
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour
Cinque Terre and Pisa Day Trip from Florence
Excursion to Pisa - Escorted Round Trip by bus
Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti
Florence Half Day Tour with Uffizi, Michelangelo’s David & Accademia
Florence's Rich History: Guided Walking Tour of the Historic City
Our pick of the best San Lorenzo Hotel Deals
IQ Hotel Firenze
The entire experience at the hotel was great. The staff was perfect, the room always clean and fridge always full. The spa was a nice time too. Pretty close walk to all the attractions
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
The Social Hub Florence Lavagnini
Hotel staff was very friendly, walkable to many place, room had decent space.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Orto De Medici Hotel
Excellent rooms, good mattress and breakfast that met all of my expectations. Staff was especially kind and helpful.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
The Hoxton Florence
The staff was excellent and very quick and efficient in helping us arrange a taxi. The room upgrade was a special touch and greatly appreciated. The room itself was very clean, spacious, and quiet. The only small note I would mention is that the sleeping pillows felt a bit lightweight and could use ...
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hotel Caravaggio
Excellent font desk staff.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Ruby Bea Hotel Florence
It was a great place to stay Very happy with the service. Great location to get around.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San Lorenzo
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 Via de' Calzaiuoli and Piazza della Repubblica are major draws. Catch the metro at Unità Tram Stop or Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Santissima Annunziata
Santissima Annunziata is known for its colourful gardens, and you can plan a trip to Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio and Santissima Annunziata Square while you're in town.
Duomo
Visitors to Duomo rave about its fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and popular shops. You might also want to make some time to see Via de' Calzaiuoli or Giotto's Campanile while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
San Giovanni
If you're spending some time in San Giovanni, Piazza della Repubblica and Via de' Calzaiuoli are top sights worth seeing.
Sant' Ambrogio
If you're spending some time in Sant' Ambrogio, Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio and Mercato di Sant'Ambrogio are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Maria Novella
Enjoy the popular shops in Santa Maria Novella. The New Florence Opera House 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.
