Santa Maria Novella Travel Guide
Florence
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 acclaimed art galleries and churches.
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 fascinating museums and churches 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 acclaimed art galleries and churches in this family-friendly area.
Chiesa di Ognissanti
Learn about the local history of Florence when you take a trip to Chiesa di Ognissanti. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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.
Uffizi Gallery
You can study the exhibits at Uffizi Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Florence. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Santa Maria Novella
25hours Hotel Florence Piazza San Paolino
Everything is also well done with this hotel group - clean, nice amenities, friendly staff. Perfect location to all of the sights.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
The Market Urban Hotel
Staff were great.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
c-hotels Ambasciatori
Great stay overall
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Hotel Machiavelli Palace
Está muy bonito el hotel, el personal del hotel fue muy amable, es súper céntrico para ver lugares turísticos y no tan turísticos, puedes caminar y llegar fácil a todos lados, está a menos de 5 min de la estación de tren.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hotel Delle Nazioni
Good loca
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Hotel Santa Maria Novella
great staff. mostly good english. great location. sad it was winter and didn't eat on terrance.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Maria Novella
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 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 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.
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.
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 Piazza di Santa Maria Novella or Via de' Calzaiuoli while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
