Santa Croce Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santa Croce
Popular places to visit
Piazza Santa Croce
You can learn about the history of Florence when you stop by Piazza Santa Croce. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Basilica of Santa Croce
Many of the most famous names in Italian history are buried in this vast Franciscan basilica known as the “Temple of the Italian Glories”.
National Central Library of Florence
Learn about the local history of Florence when you spend time at National Central Library of Florence. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and notable monuments.
Teatro Verdi
Get tickets for a show at Teatro Verdi, a theatre with a story to tell in Florence. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and churches in this vibrant area.
Mercato di Sant'Ambrogio
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mercato di Sant'Ambrogio during your visit to Florence. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Church of Sant'Ambrogio
After visiting Church of Sant'Ambrogio, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Florence. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Activities
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour
Cinque Terre and Pisa Day Trip from Florence
Skip the Line: Florence's Accademia Gallery Priority Entrance Ticket
Pisa and Piazza dei Miracoli Half Day Tour from Florence
Skip the line : David Guided Experience
Our pick of the best Santa Croce Hotel Deals
Plaza Hotel Lucchesi
Clean, comfortable room/beds. Great location. Staff was very, very attentive. Very good breakfast. A special shout out to Concierge Extraordinaire Walter, who helped us out way beyond what I expected! I
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
Very good
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
LHP Hotel River & SPA
Clean room and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hotel Balestri
Teníamos dos cuartos y amablemente nos dieron upgrade en ambos a más grandes, con vistas al río, ya que el cuarto sencillo estaba demasiado pequeño, el staff muy amable, el desayuno con huevo, cereal, yoghurt, fruta, café, bastante bien servido. Lo recomiendo 100%.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Aurum Uffizi
Staff gave the very best service, functioned like a CONCIERGE!
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Hotel Bodoni
Clean room, convenient location, lovely terrace
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Croce
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.
San Niccolò
If you're spending some time in San Niccolò, Arno River and Piazzale Michelangelo are top sights worth seeing.
Ricorboli
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ricorboli and surrounding area, you can visit Piazzale Michelangelo and San Miniato al Monte.
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.
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.
