Santa Croce Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santa Croce
Stay near popular Santa Croce attractions
Activities
Skip the Line: Florence's Accademia Gallery Priority Entrance Ticket
Small-Group Wine Tasting Experience in the Tuscan Countryside
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour
Florence Half Day Tour with Michelangelo’s David, Accademia & Uffizi Option
Florence Vespa Tour: Tuscan Hills, Food and Chianti Wine
The Best of Tuscany Tour: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Lunch at a Winery
Our pick of the best Santa Croce Hotel Deals
Aurum Uffizi
"The hotel is fine if you need a bed and AC near the heart of Firenze. Their WiFi only consistently works in the lobby. My phone was stolen when I arrived at the train station. Apple was able to help me replace it. I had to spend much of my first two days in Florence at the Apple Store to retire my ..."
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
Plaza Hotel Lucchesi
"Close to everything, on the River, nice place"
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
"Dirty old hotel, the rooms are small and dirty"
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
Hotel Balestri
"Beautiful and elegant hotel in a perfect location, close to most of the famous sightseeing locations, all within walking distance. A very tasty breakfast included with a huge selection, cereal and fruit, continental or cooked breakfast. Rooms and service were perfect."
Reviewed on 27 June 2026
Hotel Jane
"We liked our stay at the Hotel Jane. The room was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was very good. The staff were friendly and incredibly helpful. It’s located in a nice part of town, quiet and pleasant. There’s a nice little laundromat one block away, (you don’t have to worry about buying ..."
Reviewed on 28 June 2026
B&B Hotel Firenze City Center
"There was a putrid odor being admitted from the bathroom drains that made it unbearable to sleep"
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Santa Croce
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 Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Piazza della Signoria are major draws. Catch the metro at Unità Tram Stop or Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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 Uffizi Gallery while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
San Giovanni
If you're spending some time in San Giovanni, Piazza della Signoria and Uffizi Gallery are top sights worth seeing.
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 Porta al Prato.
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 Pitti Vintage while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
