Santa Maria Novella Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic church with intricate architecture and a large open plaza with people.
A historic building with intricate architectural details, a prominent clock tower, and a statue in the foreground.
A bustling outdoor cafe area with outdoor seating and umbrellas, surrounded by historic buildings with ornate facades and balconies.
A building facade with a large, weathered astronomical instrument, possibly a sundial, and inscriptions in Italian.
A stone structure with two turtle statues on top, a decorative wall with a geometric pattern, and a tall tree in the background.

Stay near popular Santa Maria Novella attractions

A historic brick wall with a small tower, a paved pathway, and a row of bollards along the side.

Fortezza da Basso

8.4/10 (260 reviews)
Learn about the events happening in Fortezza da Basso during your trip to Florence. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral.
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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
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour

Reserved Entry Florence Duomo: Express Guided Tour

NZ$44
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Reserved Entry Florence Duomo: Express Guided Tour
Michaelangelo's David

Accademia timed-entry Ticket with App Guide

NZ$77
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Accademia timed-entry Ticket with App Guide
City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off

City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

NZ$45
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
People riding scooters in Tuscany

Florence Vespa Tour: Tuscan Hills, Food and Chianti Wine

NZ$257
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Florence Vespa Tour: Tuscan Hills, Food and Chianti Wine
Picture 1 for Activity 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
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Our pick of the best Santa Maria Novella Hotel Deals

The Social Hub Florence Belfiore

The Social Hub Florence Belfiore

4 out of 5
Viale Belfiore, 55 Florence FI
The price is NZ$143 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$143
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Piazza del Duomo and Ponte ...
The Social Hub Florence Belfiore
Hotel Albani Firenze

Hotel Albani Firenze

4 out of 5
Via Fiume 12 Florence FI
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$261 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
NZ$261
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"A lovely old hotel. We were upgraded to a large suite. As the seasons were changing, the cooling system was no longer functioning and it was very stuffy. Its location close to the main train station meant that it was very noisy all night and our window was very close to the street with loud talking ..."

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

Hotel Albani Firenze
c-hotels Ambasciatori

c-hotels Ambasciatori

4 out of 5
Via Luigi Alamanni 3 Florence FI
The price is NZ$205 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
NZ$205
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"Muy bueno hotel centro y bien comunicado"

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

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Hotel Santa Maria Novella

Hotel Santa Maria Novella

4 out of 5
Piazza Santa Maria Novella 1 Florence FI
The price is NZ$331 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$331
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Florence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Clean rooms. Beautiful hotel. Great bar."

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

Hotel Santa Maria Novella
Hotel Machiavelli Palace

Hotel Machiavelli Palace

3 out of 5
Via Nazionale 10 Florence FI
The price is NZ$163 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$163
8 Nov - 9 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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (267 reviews)
"The Machiavelli Palace is very close to all the major attractions in Florence; it is an older building, but is well maintained, clean, and with very comfortable beds. The hotel has a great rooftop bar with an amazing view of the dome of the Florence Cathedral, or Cattedrale di Santa Maria del ..."

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

Hotel Machiavelli Palace
The Market Urban Hotel

The Market Urban Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Nazionale 15 Florence FI
The price is NZ$264 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
NZ$264
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"We stayed at this hotel as a family of four and had a wonderful experience! The family room was spacious and comfortable, and we absolutely loved the hotel's convenient location. A big shout-out to the friendly and welcoming staff, especially the housekeeping team, for their exceptional service and ..."

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

The Market Urban Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Santa Maria Novella

Find the best Santa Maria Novella 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 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.

A historic bridge over a calm river at twilight, reflecting the surrounding buildings.

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 Via Maggio while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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