Oltrarno Travel Guide
Florence
Popular places to visit
Pitti Palace
You can browse the exhibits at Pitti Palace, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Florence. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Piazzale Michelangelo
You can learn about the history of Florence with a stop at Piazzale Michelangelo. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Boboli Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Boboli Gardens, a lovely green space in Florence. Visit the churches and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Piazza Santo Spirito
Learn about the local history of Florence with a stop at Piazza Santo Spirito. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Porta Romana
Porta Romana is just one of the places to see in Arcetri, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
San Miniato al Monte
Find out about the history of Arcetri when you take a trip to San Miniato al Monte. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in the area.
Top hotels in Oltrarno
Hotel La Scaletta Al Ponte Vecchio
There were no Vineyard views but it is in a decent location in Florence. The "Garden Suite" is a joke. It overlooks a courtyard that was covered in green moss and had a hose strewed about. It was not usable. So there was no view of anything. We opened the window overlooking it at night to get some ...
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Art Hotel Villa Agape
Perched high in the Tuscan countryside, Hotel Villa Agape offers so many wonderful amenities. We enjoyed the views, comfort of the room and bed, wine, dinner, and the outstanding breakfast buffet. The shuttle is also a convenient feature to help guests get to and from the city. All employees were ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Palazzo Mannaioni Suites
Great stay and conveniet. Room was excellent, great space and beautiful.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Hotel Lungarno - Lungarno Collection
Lovely, elegant hotel. Our room had a beautiful view of the river and the Ponte Vecchio. The location is perfect--a few minutes to the heart of the Florence. The staff is exceptionally attentive and kind. The concierge helped us so much with tickets and restaurant reservations! We will differently ...
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
B&B Hotel Firenze Pitti Palace al Ponte Vecchio
Room was very clean, room had a slight smell but maintenance was in the room to fix it the next day and it was completely fine afterwards. Hotel is so well located, 10 seconds walk from the Ponte Vecchio. Nouran on reception was super helpful and very welcoming! Would recommend this hotel for ...
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Hotel Villa Carlotta
Other neighbourhoods around Oltrarno
San Giovanni
If you're spending some time in San Giovanni, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Piazza della Repubblica are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Historic Centre of Florence
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Piazza di Santa Maria Novella are a few top attractions in Historic Centre of Florence. Hop around the city on the metro at Unità Tram Stop or Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop and check out the area's fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and stunning river views.
Duomo
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 Piazza di Santa Maria Novella while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
San Niccolò
If you're spending some time in San Niccolò, Arno River and Piazzale Michelangelo are top sights worth seeing.
Santo Spirito
Santo Spirito is known for its stunning river views, and you can plan a trip to Piazza Santo Spirito and Arno River while you're in town.
