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 acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Basilica of Santa Croce
Glorious tombs mark the resting place of Michelangelo, Galileo and many other Italian greats in the largest Franciscan church in the world.
Teatro Verdi
Get tickets for a show at Teatro Verdi, a theatre with a story to tell in Florence. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and churches 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 churches.
Mercato di Sant'Ambrogio
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mercato di Sant'Ambrogio during your visit to Florence. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Church of Sant'Ambrogio
After visiting Church of Sant'Ambrogio, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Florence. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour
City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Florence: San Gimignano, Siena, Monteriggioni, Chianti & Lunch with Wine
Florence: Reserved Entry Ticket to Bargello Museum
Pisa & Lucca with Buccellato tasting from Florence
Top hotels in Santa Croce
Plaza Hotel Lucchesi
Room did not match the description or photos online.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Aurum Uffizi
You have a lot of restaurants in a short walking distance. You have a famous sandwich shop you must try. Train station not too far. The hotel is very small. The staff is the best part
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
I dont believe the air is turned on until May in Italy atleast thats what we were told in Balogna. It was mid April faily warm day and room didn't seem to be too warm. The room was very clean and staff was helpful. Pretty decent breakfast. We ran out of toilet paper and the cleaning people must not ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hotel Balestri
Great location. Front desk staff was very friendly and helpful. Room was spacious and very clean. Food was excellent.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hotel Jane
Breakfast super affordable, good location just outside the city so it’s walkable to see the sights. Big beds (perhaps slightly too big for the room) but overall a very pleasant and affordable stay!
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hotel Bodoni
Breakfast area too small and busy. Had to wait for a table. Breakfast limited but ok. It’s a cheap hotel in a central location. Rooms very faded and basic but does what it says on the tin
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Croce
Sant' Ambrogio
If you're spending some time in Sant' Ambrogio, Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio and Mercato di Sant'Ambrogio 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 Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Piazza di Santa Maria Novella.
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 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.
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.
