Santa Maria Novella Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santa Maria Novella
Popular places to visit
Fortezza da Basso
Learn about the events happening in Fortezza da Basso during your trip to Florence. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
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.
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 fascinating museums and shops in this romantic area.
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.
Palazzo dei Congressi
After visiting Palazzo dei Congressi, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Florence. Discover the area's fascinating museums and stunning cathedral.
Leopolda Station Exhibition Center
Learn about the events happening in Leopolda Station Exhibition Center during your trip to Porta al Prato. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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 Santa Maria Novella Hotel Deals
Hotel Machiavelli Palace
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful Stay – Highly Recommend! Our stay was absolutely superb! The breakfast was delicious, especially the variety of croissants that my kids absolutely loved. The room was very clean and comfortable, and the staff at the reception were truly amazing. A special thank-you to Andrew, who ...
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
The Market Urban Hotel
Our stay at this hotel was great. The staff was very helpful. The room was clean, and the breakfast was very good. The hotel is very conveniently located near the train station and museums. Would definitely stay there again!
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
25hours Hotel Florence Piazza San Paolino
Clean room. Very unique hotel design. Loved all the attention to details to make the public spaces unforgettable! Staff was extremely friendly and helpful!
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
c-hotels Ambasciatori
Great stay overall
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Hotel Kraft
The staff were fantastic. The front of house so helpful in providing great restaurants and booking for us. Thank you so much. The restaurant and bar staff were charming and efficient. Drinks and breakfast were lovely. The pool was fantastic and relaxing after a days sightseeing with fantastic views ...
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Hotel Delle Nazioni
Room was clean. Breakfast was outstanding with lots of options. Hotel also sent a bottle of Spumante on my birthday. Being across the street from the train station travel was extremely convenient.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Maria Novella
San Frediano
San Frediano is known for its stunning river views, and you can plan a trip to Piazza Santo Spirito and Boboli Gardens while you're in town.
San Jacopino
Even though there aren't top sights in San Jacopino, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Visarno Arena. Jump on the metro at Belfiore Tram Stop to see more of the city.
San Lorenzo
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.
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.
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.
