Santa Maria Novella Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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 acclaimed art galleries and churches in this vibrant area.
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.
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 shops 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 notable monuments.
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
Small-Group Wine Tasting Experience in the Tuscan Countryside
Florence Accademia Gallery Tour with Entrance Ticket Included
Florence: San Gimignano, Siena, Monteriggioni, Chianti & Lunch with Wine
The Best of Tuscany in One Day Sightseeing Tour
Florence: Brunelleschi’s Dome Entry Ticket and Duomo Complex
Uffizi Gallery: Small Group Guided Tour or Reserved Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Santa Maria Novella
Hotel Machiavelli Palace
Breakfast very fresh and large buffet Very nice staff .only problem i had was mattress was too hard and pilllow was too soft .
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
The Social Hub Florence Belfiore
Appreciate nespresso in room but would’ve like coffee to be refilled and milk provided. AC not able to control temp (make colder than 20 deg) and room did have a kind of bad smell coming from toilet but otherwise everything else (location, facilities, staff) really good
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
c-hotels Ambasciatori
Next to the train station and walking distance to the center
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Hotel Delle Nazioni
clean room, breakfast was good, and location of the hote was perfect.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hotel Santa Maria Novella
The breakfast room is so pretty, and the breakfast is truly excellent. The staff were friendly and professional and welcomed our little dogs. It was quiet even though it is right in the center of everything. The bed was very comfortable and all the linens were of excellent quality, i would definitely ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Hotel Albani Firenze
This is an excellent hotel and would stay here again. The breakfast was excellent. Location was good. Unfortunately, we were there at the start of Spring and some days it was warm in the room, and the air-conditioning had not been turned on yet as some morning it was cool. They need a better temperature ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 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 Santo Spirito Basilica 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
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.
Santo Spirito
Santo Spirito is known for its stunning river views, and you can plan a trip to Piazza Santo Spirito and Santo Spirito Basilica 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 Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore or Piazza di Santa Maria Novella while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
