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.
Piazza Ognissanti
You can learn about the history of Florence with a trip to Piazza Ognissanti. Visit the stunning cathedral and notable monuments 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
Siena, San Gimignano, Monteriggioni & Chianti from Florence
Tuscany in 1 day from Florence: Pisa, San Gimignano & Siena with Lunch
Our pick of the best Santa Maria Novella Hotel Deals
c-hotels Ambasciatori
Great location, short walk to the Duomo, museums and shopping. A clean quiet room awaited me.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Hotel Delle Nazioni
Staff at check in and check out were friendly and helpful. Didn’t really talk to anyone else. Room was pretty loud even with window upgrades. Couldn’t cool off room so had the windows open when we could.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
The Market Urban Hotel
Nice and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hotel Albani Firenze
Room was spacious and very clean
Reviewed on 8 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
Hotel Santa Maria Novella
I love this hotel. The staff was excellent and helpful. It’s a wonderful location lovely and very convenient both to the train station and to the sites of Florence. I can’t say enough wonderful things thank you for everything.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
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 Boboli Gardens 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 Porta Romana and Piazza Santo Spirito 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 Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore or Piazza del Duomo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
