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: Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine
Florence Accademia Gallery Tour with Entrance Ticket Included
Florence: Timed Entry to Michelangelo's David + Audio App
Skip the Line: Florence's Accademia Gallery Priority Entrance Ticket
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour
Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti
Top hotels in Santa Maria Novella
25hours Hotel Florence Piazza San Paolino
Very detailed decor and very clean!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
c-hotels Ambasciatori
Great stay overall
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
The Market Urban Hotel
staff, amenities and clean room
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Delle Nazioni
Great location close to terminal. Clean rooms and short walking distance from tourist sites.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Machiavelli Palace
Está muy bonito el hotel, el personal del hotel fue muy amable, es súper céntrico para ver lugares turísticos y no tan turísticos, puedes caminar y llegar fácil a todos lados, está a menos de 5 min de la estación de tren.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hotel Albani Firenze
Good place to stay
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
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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.
