Oltrarno Travel Guide
Florence
Popular places to visit
Pitti Palace
This former royal residence now showcases the extensive collections of the Medici family, with seven galleries containing some of the finest artworks in Florence.
Piazzale Michelangelo
You can learn about the history of Florence with a stop at Piazzale Michelangelo. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Boboli Gardens
Take a deep breath and enjoy a relaxing walk or scenic picnic in these iconic Florentine gardens with shady avenues, tranquil ponds and historic sculptures.
Piazza Santo Spirito
Learn about the local history of Florence with a stop at Piazza Santo Spirito. Discover the fascinating museums and churches in this vibrant area.
Porta Romana
Find out about the history of Arcetri when you spend time at Porta Romana. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
San Miniato al Monte
Find out about the history of Arcetri when you take a trip to San Miniato al Monte. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in the area.
Things to do
Florence Accademia Gallery Tour with Entrance Ticket Included
Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour
Florence All inclusive City Pass with Uffizi and Accademia entry
Siena, San Gimignano, Monteriggioni & Chianti from Florence
Pisa: Day Excursion from Florence by train
Top hotels in Oltrarno
Art Hotel Villa Agape
A beautiful hotel, extremely clean and with stunning gardens.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Hotel La Scaletta Al Ponte Vecchio
Very nice people great location.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hotel Horto Convento
Room was great, staff excellent, Cherish did outstanding job, location excellent
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Palazzo Mannaioni Suites
The hotel room was very spacious and felt very homey. Loved the Kitchenette! And location was walkable to all major attractions.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hotel Lungarno - Lungarno Collection
If there is a perfect hotel: location, decor, staff.... the Lungarno is it. we could not have been happier with our room, the service or the overall experience. We could not imagine coming to Florence and staying anywhere else.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Numa Palazzo San Niccolò
I did not get free breakfast
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Oltrarno
San Giovanni
If you're spending some time in San Giovanni, Piazza della Repubblica and Via de' Calzaiuoli are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Duomo
Visitors to Duomo rave about its fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and popular shops. You might also want to make some time to see Via de' Calzaiuoli or Giotto's Campanile while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
San Niccolò
If you're spending some time in San Niccolò, Arno River and Piazzale Michelangelo are top sights worth seeing.
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 Via de' Calzaiuoli and Piazza della Repubblica 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.
