Santa Maria Novella Travel Guide

Florence

A historic church with intricate architecture and a large open plaza with people.
A historic building with intricate architectural details, a prominent clock tower, and a statue in the foreground.
A bustling outdoor cafe area with outdoor seating and umbrellas, surrounded by historic buildings with ornate facades and balconies.
A building facade with a large, weathered astronomical instrument, possibly a sundial, and inscriptions in Italian.
A stone structure with two turtle statues on top, a decorative wall with a geometric pattern, and a tall tree in the background.

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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 acclaimed art galleries and churches in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off

City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

฿941
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour

Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour

฿690
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour
People riding scooters in Tuscany

Florence Vespa Tour: Tuscan Hills, Food and Chianti Wine

฿4,467
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Florence Vespa Tour: Tuscan Hills, Food and Chianti Wine
Florence: Reserved Entrance Ticket to the Medici Chapel

Florence: Reserved Entrance Ticket to the Medici Chapel

฿679
per adult
Florence: Reserved Entrance Ticket to the Medici Chapel
Florence: Reserved Entry Ticket to Bargello Museum

Florence: Reserved Entry Ticket to Bargello Museum

฿717
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Florence: Reserved Entry Ticket to Bargello Museum
Michaelangelo's David

Accademia timed-entry Ticket with Instant Delivery & Priority Access

฿1,568
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Accademia timed-entry Ticket with Instant Delivery & Priority Access
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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 ฿2,816 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿2,816
฿3,634 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Cathedral of Santa Maria del ...
The Social Hub Florence Belfiore
c-hotels Ambasciatori

c-hotels Ambasciatori

4 out of 5
Via Luigi Alamanni 3 Florence FI
The price is ฿3,907 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿3,907
฿4,835 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Walls and under bed weren't clean. Aside from that the hotel was nice and perfectly located. Hotel sweet bar was excellent for unwinding with a few drinks and snacks."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

c-hotels Ambasciatori
25hours Hotel Florence Piazza San Paolino

25hours Hotel Florence Piazza San Paolino

4 out of 5
Piazza Di San Paolino 1 Florence FI
The price is ฿7,826 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿7,826
฿9,145 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
25hours Hotel Florence Piazza San Paolino
Hotel Delle Nazioni

Hotel Delle Nazioni

3 out of 5
Via Luigi Alamanni, 15 Florence FI
The price is ฿3,526 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿3,526
฿4,339 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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! (1,013 reviews)
"Outstanding service! I had a travel crisis and needed to figure out how to get an emergency passport. Samuele, at reception went completely above and beyond to help me research the process, print paperwork, and figure out my next steps. Exceptional staff and highly recommended!"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

Hotel Delle Nazioni
Hotel Atlantic Palace

Hotel Atlantic Palace

4 out of 5
Via Nazionale, 12 Florence FI
The price is ฿3,137 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
฿3,137
฿3,988 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (57 reviews)
"The time I stayed at this hotel it had a rating of 9.6 out of 10. This score is not good enough for what I experienced. I have traveled the world and I stayed in hotels from no stars to world elite hotels. This is the only hotel that deserves 10 out of 10."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Hotel Atlantic Palace
Palazzo Montebello

Palazzo Montebello

4 out of 5
Via Garibaldi, 14 Florence FI
The price is ฿5,908 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿5,908
฿7,035 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and walking distance from the centre"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Palazzo Montebello
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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.

An ornate building with intricate architectural details and a clear blue sky in the background.

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