Santa Maria Novella Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Santa Maria Novella
Santa Maria Novella
Santa Maria Novella
Santa Maria Novella
Santa Maria Novella

Popular places to visit

Piazza di Santa Maria Novella

Piazza di Santa Maria Novella

After visiting Piazza di Santa Maria Novella, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Florence. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
Basilica of Santa Maria Novella

Basilica of Santa Maria Novella

You can find out about the history of Florence with a visit to Basilica of Santa Maria Novella. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
Fortezza da Basso

Fortezza da Basso

Learn about the events happening in Fortezza da Basso during your trip to Florence. Discover the area's fascinating museums and churches.

Fortezza da Basso
The New Florence Opera House

The New Florence Opera House

Get tickets for a show at The New Florence Opera House, a theatre with a story to tell in Porta al Prato. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this family-friendly area.

The New Florence Opera House
Chiesa di Ognissanti

Chiesa di Ognissanti

Get close to works by acclaimed Renaissance artists, such as Botticelli and Giotto, in one of the earliest baroque-style churches built in Florence.

Chiesa di Ognissanti
Uffizi Gallery

Uffizi Gallery

A visit to Florence’s famous art gallery will bring you face to face with some of the world’s best-loved masterpieces.

Uffizi Gallery

Activities

Pisa and Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence

Cinque Terre and Pisa Day Trip from Florence

AU$201
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Cinque Terre and Pisa Day Trip from Florence
Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti

Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti

AU$117
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti
Pisa and Piazza dei Miracoli Half Day Tour from Florence

Pisa and Piazza dei Miracoli Half Day Tour from Florence

AU$106
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Pisa and Piazza dei Miracoli Half Day Tour from Florence
Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano day trip from Florence

Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano day trip from Florence

AU$117
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano day trip from Florence
Florence: Day Trip with Free Time in San Gimignano and Siena

Florence: Day Trip with Free Time in San Gimignano and Siena

AU$108
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Florence: Day Trip with Free Time in San Gimignano and Siena
Round Trip Transfer to Cinque Terre from Florence

Round Trip Transfer to Cinque Terre from Florence

AU$165
per traveller
Round Trip Transfer to Cinque Terre from Florence
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Our pick of the best Santa Maria Novella Hotel Deals

c-hotels Ambasciatori

c-hotels Ambasciatori

4 out of 5
Via Luigi Alamanni 3, Florence, FI
The price is AU$222 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$222
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"It was very safe and convenient."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

c-hotels Ambasciatori
The Social Hub Florence Belfiore

The Social Hub Florence Belfiore

4 out of 5
Viale Belfiore, 55, Florence, FI
The price is AU$200 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$200
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Cathedral of Santa ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (257 reviews)
"The place is super fun and pretty"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

The Social Hub Florence Belfiore
Starhotels Michelangelo

Starhotels Michelangelo

4 out of 5
Viale Fratelli Rosselli, 2, Florence, FI
The price is AU$257 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$257
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (909 reviews)
"Spacious room. Great staff, nice upscale hotel. It's a bit far from the city center and not a lot of dining options right by the hotel. Need to walk to get to better choices. About 25 minute walk to Ponte Vecchio bridge, and about the same to the Duomo to give a better idea of location. If you don't ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Starhotels Michelangelo
25hours Hotel Florence Piazza San Paolino

25hours Hotel Florence Piazza San Paolino

4 out of 5
Piazza Di San Paolino 1, Florence, FI
The price is AU$326 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$326
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Florence. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (829 reviews)
"The hotel had an excellent vibe from the moment we entered the underground car park, which is a real bonus for the centre of Florence. The staff were excellent, the common areas - for food and drinks were really good....and the cocktails, so much fun. The rooms are obviously quirky with the Welcome ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

25hours Hotel Florence Piazza San Paolino
Hotel Delle Nazioni

Hotel Delle Nazioni

3 out of 5
Via Luigi Alamanni, 15, Florence, FI
The price is AU$208 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$208
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Would stay again"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Hotel Delle Nazioni
Hotel Machiavelli Palace

Hotel Machiavelli Palace

3 out of 5
Via Nazionale 10, Florence, FI
The price is AU$160 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$160
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Florence. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (59 reviews)
"Clean & quiet rooms. Near everything. Shopping, restaurants & attractions."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Hotel Machiavelli Palace
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Maria Novella

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San Frediano

San Frediano is known for its stunning river views, and you can plan a trip to Piazza Santo Spirito and Santo Spirito Basilica while you're in town.

San Frediano
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San Jacopino

4/5(4 area reviews)

Even though there aren't top sights in San Jacopino, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Jump on the metro at Belfiore Tram Stop to see more of the city.

San Jacopino
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San Lorenzo

4.5/5(53 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in San Lorenzo. San Marco Convent and Museum is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Strozzi - Fallaci Tram Stop or San Marco University Tram Stop to see more of Florence.

San Lorenzo
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Santo Spirito

Santo Spirito is known for its stunning river views, and you can plan a trip to Porta Romana and Piazza Santo Spirito while you're in town.

Santo Spirito
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Duomo

4.5/5(143 area reviews)

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

Duomo
Uffizi Gallery which includes street scenes as well as a large group of people

San Giovanni

If you're spending some time in San Giovanni, Uffizi Gallery and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore are top sights worth seeing.

San Giovanni

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