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 notable monuments 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 stunning cathedral or notable monuments 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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Padri Domenicani
After visiting Padri Domenicani, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Florence. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its riverfront.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour
Discover the Best of Florence and Pisa on a Full-Day Tour from Milan
Florence: Reserved Entrance Ticket to the Medici Chapel
Florence: Reserved Entry Ticket to Bargello Museum
Pisa & Lucca with Buccellato tasting from Florence
Top hotels in San Lorenzo
The Social Hub Florence Lavagnini
Room very basic/no upgrade/first floor very noisy/breakfast OK Location Ok near train station/20 min by walk to center
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
IQ Hotel Firenze
No issues. It was a nice property.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Plus Florence - Hostel
Rapport qualité prix mauvais. Porte-fenêtre laissée ouverte par 2 fois par les femmes de chambre (sachant qu'un balcon était commun avec d'autres chambres). Douche non étanche (et donc de l'eau partout après la douche). "climatiseur" faisant un bruit de fond en permanence et impossible à éteindre. ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
The Hoxton Florence
Nice and renovated hotel in a quiet are of Florence
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Globus Urban Hotel
Had a fantastic time at Globus Urban Hotel, great location, super clean, brilliant staff, fantastic breakfast.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Orto De Medici Hotel
Excelente hotel para corta estancia, muy buena opción si deseas estar cerca del centro de la ciudad. Excelente ubicación y el personal del hotel es muy bueno y amable. El hotel no es 5 estrellas en condiciones de infraestructura pero sus amenidades están muy bien cuidadas.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 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 Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore or Piazza di Santa Maria Novella while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Piazza della Repubblica are top sights worth seeing.
Sant' Ambrogio
If you're spending some time in Sant' Ambrogio, Jewish Museum and Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio 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.
