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 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

฿678
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

฿942
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Michaelangelo's David

Accademia timed-entry Ticket with App Guide

฿1,489
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Accademia timed-entry Ticket with App Guide
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
Florence: Admission Ticket to Franco Zeffirelli Museum

Florence: Admission Ticket to Franco Zeffirelli Museum

฿650
per adult
Florence: Admission Ticket to Franco Zeffirelli Museum
Pizza & Gelato Evening Cooking Class

Florence: Pizza & Gelato Masterclass Morning, Afternoon or Evening Delight

฿2,943
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 ฿5,993 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿5,993
฿7,126 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (745 reviews)
"Clean room tran near by"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

The Social Hub Florence Belfiore
Hotel Albani Firenze

Hotel Albani Firenze

4 out of 5
Via Fiume 12 Florence FI
The price is ฿7,220 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿7,220
฿8,473 total
18 Oct - 19 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Room was Clean, Staff well trained. Breakfast okay. Air conditioning was very good in the rooms. A super busy hotel."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Hotel Albani Firenze
Hotel Delle Nazioni

Hotel Delle Nazioni

3 out of 5
Via Luigi Alamanni, 15 Florence FI
The price is ฿7,617 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
฿7,617
฿8,834 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
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)
"Clean room, nice thick slippers, staff helpful. Walking distance from Termini, laundry etc."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Hotel Delle Nazioni
c-hotels Ambasciatori

c-hotels Ambasciatori

4 out of 5
Via Luigi Alamanni 3 Florence FI
The price is ฿7,706 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
฿7,706
฿9,007 total
22 Oct - 23 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 helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly staff, spacious room. Location is superb, literally opposite the train station. Walkable to all major attractions. Extremely friendly with my two cats - would highly recommend to any pet owners!"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

c-hotels Ambasciatori
Palazzo Montebello

Palazzo Montebello

4 out of 5
Via Garibaldi, 14 Florence FI
The price is ฿11,223 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
฿11,223
฿12,876 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Service was very good. Bring wash cloth if you prefer. This was a great place to stay. Very Florence like."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Palazzo Montebello
Hotel Santa Maria Novella

Hotel Santa Maria Novella

4 out of 5
Piazza Santa Maria Novella 1 Florence FI
The price is ฿13,011 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿13,011
฿14,843 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,008 reviews)
"Great location. Hotel was nice and maintained. Rooms were spacious for a family of 3. Bathrooms were nice as well with a big window that I was able to see the plaza. Bed was comfortable. Bar was nice and outdoor seating was great as well. Will stay here again."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Hotel Santa Maria Novella
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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