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 fascinating museums 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”.
Teatro Verdi
Get tickets for a show at Teatro Verdi, a theatre with a story to tell in Florence. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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 stunning cathedral.
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 fascinating museums and notable monuments 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
Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti
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
Museum of illusions Florence Entrance Ticket
Our pick of the best Santa Croce Hotel Deals
Plaza Hotel Lucchesi
Excellent location. Staff was accommodative of our needs.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Aurum Uffizi
This is not a typical hotel where there is a lobby or staff to greet you . Instead it is a set of apartments in a corner building . The person who let us in was awaiting for us at the door at check in. Breakfast was serve in a buffet style . Staff would ask if you would order something else if you ...
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
Nice hotel and great location
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Hotel Balestri
Great location and professional staff
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Casual Rinascimento Firenze Hotel
Great location! Fantastic room. Very spacious and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
LHP Hotel River & SPA
Very nice location. Staff are very attentive and helpful. Nice indoor outdoor bar. Excellent breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Croce
Sant' Ambrogio
If you're spending some time in Sant' Ambrogio, Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio and Church of Santa Maria Maddalena dei Pazzi 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 Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Piazzale Michelangelo.
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 di Santa Maria Novella or Via de' Calzaiuoli 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.
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 di Santa Maria Novella and Via de' Calzaiuoli are major draws. Catch the metro at Unità Tram Stop or Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop to see more of the city.
