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 churches 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 notable monuments.

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 fascinating museums and notable monuments in this romantic 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

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 notable monuments.

Palazzo dei Congressi

Activities

Pisa and Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence

Cinque Terre and Pisa Day Trip from Florence

AU$159
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$116
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti
Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano day trip from Florence

Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano day trip from Florence

AU$116
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano day trip from Florence
Pisa and Piazza dei Miracoli Half Day Tour from Florence

Pisa and Piazza dei Miracoli Half Day Tour from Florence

AU$70
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Pisa and Piazza dei Miracoli Half Day Tour from Florence
Cinque Terre: the scent of the sea from Florence

Cinque Terre: the scent of the sea from Florence

AU$84
per adult
Cinque Terre: the scent of the sea from Florence
Siena, San Gimignano, Monteriggioni & Chianti from Florence

Siena, San Gimignano, Monteriggioni & Chianti from Florence

AU$116
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Siena, San Gimignano, Monteriggioni & Chianti from Florence
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Our pick of the best Santa Maria Novella Hotel Deals

The Social Hub Florence Belfiore

The Social Hub Florence Belfiore

4 out of 5
Viale Belfiore, 55, Florence, FI
The price is AU$258 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$258
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Cathedral of Santa ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (352 reviews)
"Great gym! It was amazing to have access to laundry facilities"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

The Social Hub Florence Belfiore
c-hotels Ambasciatori

c-hotels Ambasciatori

4 out of 5
Via Luigi Alamanni 3, Florence, FI
The price is AU$533 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$533
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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! (1,008 reviews)
Hotel stay
"We had a great experience in this hotel and would recommend it."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

c-hotels Ambasciatori
Hotel Machiavelli Palace

Hotel Machiavelli Palace

3 out of 5
Via Nazionale 10, Florence, FI
The price is AU$287 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$287
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (90 reviews)
"Great location. Nice roof top lounge."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Hotel Machiavelli Palace
Hotel Delle Nazioni

Hotel Delle Nazioni

3 out of 5
Via Luigi Alamanni, 15, Florence, FI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$355 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$355
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (1,023 reviews)
"This is a great place to stay in Florence if you’re willing to walk 15 mins to the city center. The hotel is a 2 min walk from the train station which means it’s noisy, but extremely convenient! No hassle dragging luggage down bumpy roads. Just turn a sound machine for some white noise on your phone ..."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Hotel Delle Nazioni
Starhotels Michelangelo

Starhotels Michelangelo

4 out of 5
Viale Fratelli Rosselli, 2, Florence, FI
The price is AU$330 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$330
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (931 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Starhotels Michelangelo
Hotel Atlantic Palace

Hotel Atlantic Palace

4 out of 5
Via Nazionale, 12, Florence, FI
The price is AU$271 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$271
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Florence. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (857 reviews)
"One of the best breakfast spread I have experienced throughout my Italy trip. The rooftop (next door) gives beautiful view of the surroundings."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Hotel Atlantic 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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