Santa Maria Novella Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santa Maria Novella
Popular places to visit
Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
You can find out about the history of Florence with a visit to Basilica of Santa Maria Novella. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Fortezza da Basso
Learn about the events happening in Fortezza da Basso during your trip to Florence. Discover the area's fascinating museums and churches.
The New Florence Opera House
Get tickets for a show at The New Florence Opera House, a theatre with a story to tell in Porta al Prato. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and churches in this family-friendly area.
Chiesa di Ognissanti
Get close to works by acclaimed Renaissance artists, such as Botticelli and Giotto, in one of the earliest baroque-style churches built in Florence.
Palazzo dei Congressi
After visiting Palazzo dei Congressi, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Florence. Discover the area's fascinating museums and stunning cathedral.
Leopolda Station Exhibition Center
Learn about the events happening in Leopolda Station Exhibition Center during your trip to Porta al Prato. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Activities
Florence Accademia Gallery Tour with Entrance Ticket Included
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour
Florence: San Gimignano, Siena, Monteriggioni, Chianti & Lunch with Wine
Florence Half Day Tour with Uffizi, Michelangelo’s David & Accademia
Uffizi & Accademia Timed Entry: Small Group Duomo Walking Tour
Skip the Line: Florence's Accademia Gallery Priority Entrance Ticket
Our pick of the best Santa Maria Novella Hotel Deals
c-hotels Ambasciatori
It was amazing and clean and really really perfect
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hotel Delle Nazioni
The staff was extremely helpful. Much appreciated. The location was great, right across from the Central Station, so convenient. I would, for sure, recommend this hotel for visiting Florence
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hotel Boccaccio
The room was fine, what made our stay was the staff, just the best, engaging, helpful and informative. So much good advice that made our stay in Florence so much better. Spotlessly clean, which is so important
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
The Market Urban Hotel
Nice and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hotel Albani Firenze
Excellent room condition.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Hotel Santa Maria Novella
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Maria Novella
San Jacopino
Even though there aren't top sights in San Jacopino, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Piazza di Santa Maria Novella. Jump on the metro at Belfiore Tram Stop to see more of the city.
San Frediano
San Frediano is known for its stunning river views, and you can plan a trip to Piazza Santo Spirito and Santo Spirito Basilica while you're in town.
San Lorenzo
Enjoy the popular shops in San Lorenzo. San Marco Convent and Museum is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Strozzi - Fallaci Tram Stop or San Marco University Tram Stop to see more of Florence.
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 del Duomo 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 Piazza Santo Spirito and Arno River 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 Piazza di Santa Maria Novella or Via de' Calzaiuoli while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
