Santa Croce Travel Guide
Florence
Visit Santa Croce
Popular places to visit
Piazza Santa Croce
You can learn about the history of Florence when you stop by Piazza Santa Croce. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Basilica of Santa Croce
You can find out about the history of Florence with a trip to Basilica of Santa Croce. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
National Central Library of Florence
Learn about the local history of Florence when you spend time at National Central Library of Florence. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and stunning cathedral.
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 acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
Find out about the history of Florence when you take a trip to Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Ponte Vecchio
Ponte Vecchio is just one of the places to see in Florence, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the churches and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Santa Croce
Aurum Uffizi
Good
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
LHP Hotel River & SPA
Very nice location. Staff are very attentive and helpful. Nice indoor outdoor bar. Excellent breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Plaza Hotel Lucchesi
Excellent location. Staff was accommodative of our needs.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Hotel Bodoni
Good value for your money, close to Firenze duome
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hotel Balestri
The staff were extremely knowledgeable and helpful with things to do and around the area. Check-in was very smooth and the staff was very pleasant and friendly in all of our interactions. The hotel is conveniently located in walkable to a few museums and attractions nearby. We really enjoyed our ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
Very good
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Croce
Sant' Ambrogio
If you're spending some time in Sant' Ambrogio, Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio and Church of Santa Maria Maddalena dei Pazzi are top sights worth seeing.
San Niccolò
If you're spending some time in San Niccolò, Arno River and Piazzale Michelangelo are top sights worth seeing.
Ricorboli
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ricorboli and surrounding area, you can visit Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Piazzale Michelangelo.
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.
San Giovanni
If you're spending some time in San Giovanni, Piazza della Repubblica and Via de' Calzaiuoli are top sights worth seeing.
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.
