Santa Maria Novella Travel Guide
Florence
Visit Santa Maria Novella
Popular places to visit
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 acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Fortezza da Basso
Learn about the events happening in Fortezza da Basso during your trip to Florence. Discover the area's fascinating museums and churches.
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
Get close to works by acclaimed Renaissance artists, such as Botticelli and Giotto, in one of the earliest baroque-style churches built in Florence.
Palazzo dei Congressi
After visiting Palazzo dei Congressi, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Florence. Discover the area's fascinating museums and stunning cathedral.
Piazza Ognissanti
You can learn about the history of Florence with a trip to Piazza Ognissanti. Visit the stunning cathedral and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour
Florence: Reserved Entrance Ticket to the Medici Chapel
Florence: San Gimignano, Siena, Monteriggioni, Chianti & Lunch with Wine
Florence: Reserved Entry Ticket to Bargello Museum
Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti
Skip the Line: Florence's Accademia Gallery Priority Entrance Ticket
Top hotels in Santa Maria Novella
c-hotels Ambasciatori
It was amazing and clean and really really perfect
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hotel Machiavelli Palace
The location was perfect, close to train station and local restaurants. The rooms were large and lovely, very clean. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Aurum Firenze
It was near the train and next to awesome places. The view if you get a balcony is so cute and peaceful
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Hotel Delle Nazioni
Breakfast was good. Room was clean. Location is excellent.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Hotel Boccaccio
Clean room, excellent both location and service
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Hotel Santa Maria Novella
Clean room
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
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 Piazza di Santa Maria Novella. 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 Piazza Santo Spirito and Arno River 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 Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore or Piazza di Santa Maria Novella while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
