Santa Maria Novella Travel Guide

Florence

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A historic building with intricate architectural details, a prominent clock tower, and a statue in the foreground.
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A historic building with striped arches and a tall bell tower.

Basilica of Santa Maria Novella

9.4/10 (5,881 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Florence with a visit to Basilica of Santa Maria Novella. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

Florence: Reserved Entrance Ticket to the Medici Chapel

Florence: Reserved Entrance Ticket to the Medici Chapel

฿675
per adult
Florence: Reserved Entrance Ticket to the Medici Chapel
City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off

City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

฿1,103
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Michaelangelo's David

Accademia timed-entry Ticket with App Guide

฿1,481
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Accademia timed-entry Ticket with App Guide
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour

Reserved Entry Florence Duomo: Express Guided Tour

฿867
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Reserved Entry Florence Duomo: Express Guided Tour
Florence: Admission Ticket to Franco Zeffirelli Museum

Florence: Admission Ticket to Franco Zeffirelli Museum

฿647
per adult
Florence: Admission Ticket to Franco Zeffirelli Museum
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Florence: Pizza & Gelato Masterclass Morning, Afternoon or Evening Delight

฿3,004
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Florence: Pizza & Gelato Masterclass Morning, Afternoon or Evening Delight
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Top hotels in Santa Maria Novella

The Social Hub Florence Belfiore

The Social Hub Florence Belfiore

4 out of 5
Viale Belfiore, 55 Florence FI
The price is ฿3,203 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,203
฿4,052 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Piazza del Duomo and Ponte ...
The Social Hub Florence Belfiore
Hotel Albani Firenze

Hotel Albani Firenze

4 out of 5
Via Fiume 12 Florence FI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,772 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿5,772
฿6,878 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Hotel Albani Firenze
Hotel Santa Maria Novella

Hotel Santa Maria Novella

4 out of 5
Piazza Santa Maria Novella 1 Florence FI
The price is ฿6,481 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
฿6,481
฿7,658 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Florence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Hotel Santa Maria Novella
c-hotels Ambasciatori

c-hotels Ambasciatori

4 out of 5
Via Luigi Alamanni 3 Florence FI
The price is ฿5,025 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿5,025
฿6,056 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,006 reviews)
"Everything was perfect!!"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

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Hotel Delle Nazioni

Hotel Delle Nazioni

3 out of 5
Via Luigi Alamanni, 15 Florence FI
The price is ฿4,205 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
฿4,205
฿5,079 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Florence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, the rooms were clean and roomy. The staff were very friendly and helpful. They provided us with maps of the city, gave us tips on where to go for various things and arranged for a taxi for us when we left. They were also very accommodating with us Americans always asking for ice! ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Hotel Delle Nazioni
Hotel Rosso 23

Hotel Rosso 23

4 out of 5
Piazza Santa Maria Novella 21 Florence FI
The price is ฿3,995 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
฿3,995
฿4,923 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Florence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Rosso 23
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Where to stay in Santa Maria Novella

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A river with buildings on the right bank.

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 del Duomo and Piazza di Santa Maria Novella are major draws. Catch the metro at Unità Tram Stop or Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop to see more of the city.

A historic building with intricate architectural details, including a dome and ornate facades.

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 del Duomo or Piazza di Santa Maria Novella while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A historic bridge with arches over a river, surrounded by yellow buildings and a crowd of people.

San Giovanni

If you're spending some time in San Giovanni, Piazza della Repubblica and Via de' Calzaiuoli are top sights worth seeing.

A grand cathedral with intricate architectural details, including statues and ornate decorations.

Santa Croce

Santa Croce is known for its interesting museums, and you can plan a trip to Basilica of Santa Croce and Piazza Santa Croce while you're in town.

A historic bridge over a calm river at twilight, reflecting the surrounding buildings.

Oltrarno

Oltrarno is a destination visitors seek out for its fascinating museums, picturesque gardens and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like Pitti Palace or Via Maggio while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Santa Maria Novella Travel Guide