Florence Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Arcetri showing a city and landscape views
Arcetri showing a city and landscape views
Arcetri which includes a river or creek, a sunset and a bridge
Arcetri which includes a square or plaza, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
Ponte Vecchio showing boating and a river or creek

Where to stay in Florence

Arcetri showing a bridge and a river or creek

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 di Santa Maria Novella and Via de' Calzaiuoli are major draws. Catch the metro at Unità Tram Stop or Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Historic Centre of Florence
Duomo featuring heritage architecture and street scenes as well as a small group of people

Duomo

4.5/5(143 area reviews)

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.

Duomo
Santa Maria Novella which includes heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and street scenes

Santa Maria Novella

4.5/5(108 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Santa Maria Novella. Piazza di Santa Maria Novella is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Porta al Prato - Leopolda Tram Stop or Fratelli Rosselli Tram Stop to see more of Porta al Prato.

Santa Maria Novella
Ponte Vecchio showing a bridge and a river or creek

San Giovanni

If you're spending some time in San Giovanni, Piazza della Repubblica and Via de' Calzaiuoli are top sights worth seeing.

San Giovanni
Piazza Santa Croce showing a city and street scenes

Santa Croce

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

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.

Santa Croce
Arcetri which includes a river or creek, a sunset and a bridge

Oltrarno

4.5/5(22 area reviews)

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.

Oltrarno
c-hotels Ambasciatori

c-hotels Ambasciatori

4 out of 5
Via Luigi Alamanni 3 Florence FI
The price is NZ$190 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
NZ$190
5 Feb - 6 Feb
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)
Great location, short walk to the Duomo, museums and shopping. A clean quiet room awaited me.

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

c-hotels Ambasciatori
Bernini Palace

Bernini Palace

5 out of 5
Piazza San Firenze 29 Florence FI
The price is NZ$505 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
NZ$505
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury 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! (1,003 reviews)
Staff very helpful Rooms very clean Good breakfast options

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Bernini Palace
IQ Hotel Firenze

IQ Hotel Firenze

4 out of 5
Via Camillo Cavour, 88 Florence FI
The price is NZ$203 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
NZ$203
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,127 reviews)
The clean modern rooms, the staff and the amenities

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

IQ Hotel Firenze
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Il Rivalta - Place of Charme

Il Rivalta - Place of Charme

4 out of 5
Lungarno Corsini 2 Florence FI
Stay at this apartment in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (460 reviews)
Our room was lovely, clean and well appointed. The staff were very friendly and very helpful!, breakfast was amazing, they cater for everyone. The restaurant staff really friendly and accommodating, we had a birthday meal there which they made extra special too, and overall our stay was made better ...

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Il Rivalta - Place of Charme
Teatro Luxury Apartments Firenze - Starhotels Collezione

Teatro Luxury Apartments Firenze - Starhotels Collezione

Via Magenta 6 Florence FI
Stay at this apartment in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Ponte Vecchio and Pitti Palace are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (55 reviews)
Super nice room!!! Large room space with good facilities!!!! highly recommended for all guests!!!

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Teatro Luxury Apartments Firenze - Starhotels Collezione
Palazzo Alfieri Residenza d’epoca

Palazzo Alfieri Residenza d’epoca

Lungarno Corsini 2 Florence FI
Stay at this residence in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (731 reviews)
Great location! Will stay here again.

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Palazzo Alfieri Residenza d’epoca
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Florence

4.6
Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We had a wonderful time in Florence. So beautiful, rich in history and culture. Lots to see and do. Highly recommend doing a free walking tour.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Beautiful city exceeded our expectations

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Close to every thing

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Recommend going on the Hop on Hop off bus that goes out to the hill town of Fiesole. Also a great way to get to Michelangelo lookout. We only had a day and a half - would have loved more time to explore in more detail.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We were 'stuck' in Florence for an extra 2 weeks after our return flights to Beijing were cancelled to the Corona virus. What an amazing and beautiful city to be stuck in. Lucky us!

5/5 - Excellent

Nadia

florence is fantastic in every way. beautiful city, fascinating to explore with so much history and culture and incredible food!

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