Santa Maria Novella Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santa Maria Novella
Popular places to visit
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
After visiting Piazza di Santa Maria Novella, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Florence. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
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 fascinating museums and churches 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 acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral.
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 notable monuments 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 acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral.
Activities
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Maria Novella
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 Jacopino
Even though there aren't top sights in San Jacopino, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Jump on the metro at Belfiore Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
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 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.
- Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
- Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
- The New Florence Opera House
- Piazza Ognissanti
- Palazzo degli Affari
- Uffizi Gallery
- Ponte Vecchio
- Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
- Piazza del Duomo
- Piazza della Signoria
- Mugello Circuit
- Antinori nel Chianti Classico
- The Mall Luxury Outlet
- Careggi Hospital
- Piazza della Repubblica