Santa Croce Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santa Croce
Popular places to visit
Piazza Santa Croce
You can learn about the history of Florence when you stop by Piazza Santa Croce. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Basilica of Santa Croce
Visit the world’s largest Franciscan church to marvel at the masterful artworks and pay your respects to some of history’s greatest geniuses.
Church of Sant'Ambrogio
After visiting Church of Sant'Ambrogio, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Florence. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the churches in this vibrant area.
Mercato di Sant'Ambrogio
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mercato di Sant'Ambrogio during your visit to Florence. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Teatro Verdi
Get tickets for a show at Teatro Verdi, a theatre with a story to tell in Florence. Discover the fascinating museums and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
National Central Library of Florence
Learn about the local history of Florence when you spend time at National Central Library of Florence. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and stunning cathedral.
Activities
Small-Group Wine Tasting Experience in the Tuscan Countryside
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour
Florence: San Gimignano, Siena, Monteriggioni, Chianti & Lunch with Wine
Florence Half Day Tour with Michelangelo’s David, Accademia & Uffizi Option
Siena, San Gimignano, Monteriggioni & Chianti from Florence
Florence Accademia Gallery Tour with Entrance Ticket Included
Our pick of the best Santa Croce Hotel Deals
Aurum Uffizi
It was a wonderful stay!!! Great location.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Plaza Hotel Lucchesi
Yes, the breakfast bar was very good.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
Muy amables y respetuosos todos , siempre con una sonrisa y respondents a todo lo q me edited saber
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Hotel Balestri
Beautiful hotel in quieter area away from crowds but still just a few blocks from most major attractions. My only disappointment is we booked two identical rooms (Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View) and one was a big bright corner room on the top floor while the other was small and dark and directly ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Hotel Jane
Breakfast super affordable, good location just outside the city so it’s walkable to see the sights. Big beds (perhaps slightly too big for the room) but overall a very pleasant and affordable stay!
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hotel Bodoni
Convenient location. Staff were all friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Croce
Sant' Ambrogio
If you're spending some time in Sant' Ambrogio, Jewish Museum and Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio are top sights worth seeing.
San Niccolò
If you're spending some time in San Niccolò, Arno River and Piazzale Michelangelo are top sights worth seeing.
Ricorboli
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ricorboli and surrounding area, you can visit Uffizi Gallery and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.
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, Uffizi Gallery and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore are top sights worth seeing.
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.
