San Lorenzo Travel Guide
Florence
Visit San Lorenzo
Popular places to visit
Central Market
Feast on Italian cheeses, chocolates and authentic pizza and shop for leather goods at this indoor market and its surrounding street stalls.
Piazza San Marco
Piazza San Marco is just one of the places to see in Florence, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Medici Chapels
You can learn about the history of Florence when you stop by Medici Chapels. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and churches in this vibrant area.
San Marco Convent and Museum
You can study the exhibits at San Marco Convent and Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Florence. Add the area's notable monuments or churches to your travel plans.
University of Florence
Explore the campus of University of Florence as part of your travels around Florence. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Saint Apollonia Last Supper
You can browse the exhibits at Saint Apollonia Last Supper, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Florence. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Things to do
Florence: Reserved Entry Ticket to Bargello Museum
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour
Florence: Reserved Entrance Ticket to the Medici Chapel
Explore Elegance: Savor 3 Exquisite Wines at Tenuta Bossi
Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti
Florence Accademia Gallery Tour with Entrance Ticket Included
Top hotels in San Lorenzo
IQ Hotel Firenze
The staff was very nice willing to assist us in every request. The hotel was excellent with premium amenities. The room was amazing spacious and with a very modern decoration. The bathroom was spacious and isolated!!!! Recommend 100%
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
The Social Hub Florence Lavagnini
Amazing staff great common facilities amazing breakfast spotless and clean beds a little hard and only 1 pillow each.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Orto De Medici Hotel
Great location, breakfast was fabulous with both sweet and savory items, room was spacious and very clean. I would highly recommend and stay here again if traveling back to Florence.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Il Malaspina
Tutto è stato eccellente
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Globus Urban Hotel
Room was very clean, the beds were comfortable and the staff was excellent. We were also happy with the hotel breakfast. If we visit Florence again then we’d look to stay here if possible.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Hoxton Florence
Lovely decor but bed was very noisy and very close to the entry door to the room. Hotel layout is disjointed compared to other Hoxton’s which makes it feel more private but takes away that typical buzz
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Lorenzo
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.
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.
Santissima Annunziata
Santissima Annunziata is known for its colourful gardens, and you can plan a trip to Santissima Annunziata Square and Statue of David while you're in town.
San Giovanni
If you're spending some time in San Giovanni, Piazza della Repubblica and Via de' Calzaiuoli are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Santa Maria Novella
Enjoy the popular shops in Santa Maria Novella. Piazza di Santa Maria Novella is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Porta al Prato - Leopolda Tram Stop or Fratelli Rosselli Tram Stop to see more of Porta al Prato.
