Oltrarno Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic bridge over a calm river at twilight, reflecting the surrounding buildings.
A cityscape with a prominent dome and tower, surrounded by greenery and mountains.
A scenic overlook with people enjoying outdoor dining, overlooking a historic cityscape with prominent domed buildings and a river.
A pathway through a park with trees and a view of a cityscape in the background.
Two classical statues overlooking a cityscape with mountains in the background.

Stay near popular Oltrarno attractions

A historic building with a central fountain, surrounded by a formal garden and a large pond.

Pitti Palace

9.2/10 (6,118 reviews)
Once home to royalty, this decadent palace now plays host to some of Florence's most important museums and showcases the vast collections of the Medici family.
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Activities

Florence: Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine

Florence: Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine

NZ$36
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Florence: Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine
Florence: Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine

Florence: Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine

NZ$36
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Florence: Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine
Michaelangelo's David

Accademia timed-entry Ticket with App Guide

NZ$78
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Accademia timed-entry Ticket with App Guide
Florence's Accademia Gallery Timed Entry Ticket

Florence's Accademia Gallery Timed Entry Ticket

NZ$70
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Florence's Accademia Gallery Timed Entry Ticket
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour

Reserved Entry Florence Duomo: Express Guided Tour

NZ$42
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Reserved Entry Florence Duomo: Express Guided Tour
People riding scooters in Tuscany

Florence Vespa Tour: Tuscan Hills, Food and Chianti Wine

NZ$261
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Florence Vespa Tour: Tuscan Hills, Food and Chianti Wine
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Our pick of the best Oltrarno Hotel Deals

Hotel Horto Convento

Hotel Horto Convento

4 out of 5
Viale Ariosto, 13 Florence FI
The price is NZ$267 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
NZ$267
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Florence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Horto Convento
Hotel Lungarno - Lungarno Collection

Hotel Lungarno - Lungarno Collection

5 out of 5
Borgo San Jacopo 14 Florence FI
The price is NZ$1,437 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$1,437
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (638 reviews)
"After not receiving any benefits and given the smallest room in the hotel the staff did their best to make up for it."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Hotel Lungarno - Lungarno Collection
Art Hotel Villa Agape

Art Hotel Villa Agape

4 out of 5
Via Torre del Gallo 8/10 Florence FI
The price is NZ$349 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$349
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Loved this hotel. We stayed here for one night before flying home and it was beautiful, well maintained and food was good."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Art Hotel Villa Agape
Hostel Santa Monaca

Hostel Santa Monaca

Via Santa Monaca 6 Florence FI
The price is NZ$155 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
NZ$155
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Ponte Vecchio and Piazza del ...
7.8/10 Good! (64 reviews)
"No"

Reviewed on 30 July 2026

Hostel Santa Monaca
Hotel La Scaletta Al Ponte Vecchio

Hotel La Scaletta Al Ponte Vecchio

4 out of 5
Via Guicciardini 13 Florence FI
The price is NZ$319 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
NZ$319
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Hotel La Scaletta exceeded our expectations! Everything about the property - location, amenities, breakfast, room, and helpful staff - was excellent. I had stayed in the hotel (and loved it) decades before but it has ascended from a pensione to a true hotel. I hope to return one day!"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Hotel La Scaletta Al Ponte Vecchio
Hotel David

Hotel David

3 out of 5
Viale Michelangiolo 1 Florence FI
The price is NZ$264 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$264
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
10/10 Exceptional! (982 reviews)
"Hotel David is am absolute gem. Would come back if we travel to Florence again."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

Hotel David
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Our guide on where to stay in Oltrarno

Find the best Oltrarno areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 church with intricate architecture and a large open plaza with people.

Santa Maria Novella

Enjoy the popular shops in Santa Maria Novella. Piazza di Santa Maria Novella is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Porta al Prato - Leopolda Tram Stop or Fratelli Rosselli Tram Stop to see more of Florence.

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.

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