Santa Maria Novella Travel Guide
Florence
Visit Santa Maria Novella
Popular places to visit
Fortezza da Basso
Learn about the events happening in Fortezza da Basso during your trip to Florence. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments.
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 fascinating museums and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
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 acclaimed art galleries and churches.
Leopolda Station Exhibition Center
Learn about the events happening in Leopolda Station Exhibition Center during your trip to Porta al Prato. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Florence: Reserved Entry Ticket to Bargello Museum
Florence: Reserved Entrance Ticket to the Medici Chapel
Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti
Explore Elegance: Savor 3 Exquisite Wines at Tenuta Bossi
Skip the Line: Florence's Accademia Gallery Priority Entrance Ticket
Florence Accademia Gallery Tour with Entrance Ticket Included
Top hotels in Santa Maria Novella
c-hotels Ambasciatori
Good service, clean room but very noisy.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Hotel Delle Nazioni
Staff at check in and check out were friendly and helpful. Didn’t really talk to anyone else. Room was pretty loud even with window upgrades. Couldn’t cool off room so had the windows open when we could.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
The Market Urban Hotel
The staff were extremely nice, very central hotel so it was easy to get around.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Hotel Machiavelli Palace
really great location
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Teatro Luxury Apartments Firenze - Starhotels Collezione
Super nice room!!! Large room space with good facilities!!!! highly recommended for all guests!!!
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
c-hotels Joy
We really enjoyed our stay at the hotel. Staff are friendly and housekeeping was definitely above average.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
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 Porta Romana and Piazza Santo Spirito 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 Piazza di Santa Maria Novella or Via de' Calzaiuoli while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
