10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science in Florence from NZ$256

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A view of a historic tower through a window, with a clear sky visible.

A staircase leading to a second floor, a door with a metal gate, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a potted plant.

A spacious living area with a staircase leading to an upper level, a kitchen, and a seating area with a television.

A modern hotel room with a patterned armchair, a sofa, a bed with a patterned duvet, a small table with a vase of flowers, and large windows with curtains.

1. Canto degli Scali

San Giovanni, 0.3 km from Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science

Rebecca

NZ$372

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A historic building with arched windows and a balcony, featuring a sign for 'BERBERESSE' and 'Caffè'.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

A modern living room with a black chair, a glass table, a blue vase, and a mirror.

A modern dining area with a glass table, dark chairs, and a kitchen island with a sink and decorative items.

2. Kairos by Florence Art Apartments

Santa Croce, 0.3 km from Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science

Gina

NZ$427

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A lobby with ornate columns, a reception desk, and a staircase.

A grand lobby with high ceilings, ornate columns, and a grand piano. Tables and chairs are arranged for guests.

A balcony with two wicker lounge chairs, each with rolled towels, and potted plants.

A lobby with a reception desk, a large floral arrangement, and a lamp. There are columns and a chandelier.

3. Bernini Palace

Duomo, 0.2 km from Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science

Jason

NZ$607

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A rooftop terrace with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and flower planters.

A buffet area with various food items, beverages, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A cozy room with a brown sofa, a small round table, and a view of a historic building through the window.

4. San Firenze Suites & Spa

San Giovanni, 0.3 km from Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science

Dianna

NZ$505

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A room with a large window overlooking a historic building with classical architecture.

A spacious room with a large dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a fireplace.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a sofa, and a decorative mirror.

A building facade with classical architecture, including columns and decorative elements.

5. Palazzo Doni by Florence Art Apartments

Santa Croce, 0.4 km from Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science

Joanne

NZ$365

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern interior with a seating area, a wine rack, and a large window.

A room with a chandelier, a purple sofa, a TV, and a view of buildings through the window.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathtub, a vanity with a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a large wall mural, a bathtub, and a hallway leading to a bathroom.

6. Corte Calzaiuoli Elegant Suites

San Giovanni, 0.4 km from Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science

Eric

NZ$632

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A dining table set for two with a view of a cityscape at night.

A historic building with a tower, a bridge, and a river.

A modern living room with a glass coffee table, grey armchairs, a beige sofa, and a dark wooden accent wall.

A hallway with a framed photograph on the wall, a desk with a lamp, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

7. Portrait Firenze - Lungarno Collection

San Giovanni, 0.3 km from Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science

Tobias

NZ$2,379

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A view through a window of a narrow street with parked cars and a building with a clock tower.

A double wooden door with a stone archway, a small window above, and a number plaque on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a glass-top dining table with a vase of flowers.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a kettle, and a chair.

8. Residenza Alessandra

San Giovanni, 0.3 km from Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science

Mica Luinne

NZ$279

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A traditional hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and ornate decor.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

A breakfast buffet with various food items and a coffee station.

9. Davanzati

San Giovanni, 0.4 km from Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science

David

NZ$293

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small table with snacks and drinks.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a rug. There are framed botanical prints on the wall.

A stone building with a tiled roof and arched windows. A red banner with text is visible on the right side.

A small balcony with a table set for breakfast, featuring plates, cups, and orange juice.

10. Casa Thiele alla Signoria

San Giovanni, 0.3 km from Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science

Danielle

NZ$301

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A wooden door with a sign, a large potted plant, and a view of a historic building.

A wooden door with intricate carvings, flanked by terracotta planters, and a plaque on the wall.

A hallway with a staircase, a wicker basket with red flowers, and a cream-colored cabinet.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a chair, a sofa, a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

11. La Casa del Garbo - Luxury Rooms & Suite

San Giovanni, 0.3 km from Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science

Salvatore

NZ$268

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A balcony with a table, wine glasses, and a bottle, overlooking a historic building with a clock tower and another tower.

A dining area with a glass table, black chairs, and framed pictures on the walls.

A modern hotel room with a glass door leading to an outdoor seating area, a sofa, a coffee table with a book and apples, a floor lamp, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a floor lamp, and a window with sheer curtains.

12. Relais Piazza Signoria

San Giovanni, 0.2 km from Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science

David

NZ$266

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A historic building with arched windows and red flags.

A rooftop terrace with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A terrace with a table and chairs, potted plants, and a view of a historic tower.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a large window with stone walls.

13. Hotel Calimala Florence

San Giovanni, 0.3 km from Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science

Rose ann

NZ$522

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A nighttime cityscape with prominent historical buildings, including a tower and a dome.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a large window with blinds.

A hotel entrance with a double door, a reception desk, and a sign indicating the hotel name.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a glass-enclosed shower area, a vanity with a mirror, and a small bedside table.

14. Ponte Vecchio Suites & Spa

Historic Centre of Florence, 0.4 km from Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science

CHRISTINE

NZ$498

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A table set for two with wine glasses, a candle, and cutlery, overlooking a river with buildings and a bridge in the background.

A restaurant with multiple tables, a view of a building through large windows, and framed artwork on the walls.

A neatly made bed with white linens and blue piping, a large window with a view of buildings, and a blue vase on the nightstand.

A stone bridge over a river with buildings on either side.

15. Hotel Lungarno - Lungarno Collection

Historic Centre of Florence, 0.4 km from Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science

Sarah

NZ$1,349

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A bar area with a counter, shelves with bottles, and a mirrored wall reflecting the scene.

A living room with a green sofa, a round coffee table, a decorative bird statue, and a tropical mural on the wall.

A green upholstered sofa with a mirror, a table with a wine glass, and a lamp.

A building facade with a double door entrance, two potted palm trees, and two flags.

16. Hotel La Gemma

San Giovanni, 0.4 km from Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science

Paul

NZ$1,010

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a framed picture of Florence.

A reception area with a white counter, a framed artwork, and a vase with flowers.

A modern bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a potted orchid, and a glass shower enclosure.

A tray with two pink cups and a silver coffee pot, and a drawer below filled with coffee pods and tea bags.

17. Signoria '64

San Giovanni, 0.2 km from Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science

Silvia

NZ$256

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A conference room with a wooden table, white chairs, a potted plant, and a radiator.

A stone fireplace with a decorative mantelpiece and a white vase.

A person standing by a bar area with a wine rack and a flower vase.

A reception desk with a computer, a framed mirror, and a chandelier.

18. Hotel Renaissance

San Giovanni, 0.3 km from Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science

Carissa

NZ$313

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A terrace with a table and chairs, potted plants, and a view of a historic building with a tower.

A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, a red kettle, and a basket of utensils.

A modern kitchen with a red kettle, a dining table with yellow chairs, and a sofa with orange cushions.

A dining area with a table, chairs, and potted plants.

19. Condotta 16 Apartments

San Giovanni, 0.3 km from Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science

Samira

NZ$385

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A balcony with two chairs and a table, overlooking a river with buildings in the background.

A hotel entrance with an arched doorway, illuminated signs reading "HOTEL BALESTRI" and "CAFFE' BALESTRI", and a number "7" on the wall.

A bar area with a wooden bar counter, bar stools, and a large hanging light fixture.

A modern interior with green upholstered seating, black tables, and a marble floor.

20. Hotel Balestri

Santa Croce, 0.1 km from Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science

Julia

NZ$387

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Top Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science Hotel Reviews

Hotel La Scaletta Al Ponte Vecchio

10/10 Excellent

"Great location! Staff was friendly and helpful. Had a wonderful stay Highly recommend!"

The Social Hub Florence Belfiore

10/10 Excellent

"fun, clean, safe and all the useful ameneties"

Hotel Lungarno - Lungarno Collection

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel, located on the banks of river Arno is one of the best hotels I stayed at. It has all the modern amenities and yet has an old world charm about it. Exceptional staff and service! Rooms were spacious and made twice a day. Staff were courteous and helpful at all times. Breakfast was great. Easy to get around on foot as most places are within walking distance. Check in and check out were flawless. If I ever come back to Florence I will stay here."

Hotel Pendini

8/10 Good

"Great location. Bit noisy from other guests. Nice room."

Art Hotel Villa Agape

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay! The property was so beautiful! The shuttle service was helpful and took us close to the city center and we were able to walk every where. The breakfast had a variety of food and was good."

Albergo Firenze

10/10 Excellent

"Loved our stay! nino was amazing!"

Plus Florence - Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Buena ubicacion, habitacion limpia. Desayuno bueno, delicioso y barato. El personal del hotel muy amable y siempre dispuesto a ayudar. Definotivamente lo recomiendo 100%.🌻"

Grand Hotel Cavour

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was friendly and accommodating! Rooms were very clean and SPACIOUS! Would definitely return!"

Plaza Hotel Lucchesi

10/10 Excellent

"This was a wonderful stay! The concierge service was impeccable and the housekeeping services were wonderful! Truly a lovely experience, our favorite spot we’ve stayed in Florence."

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Palazzo Vecchio

9.4/10 (8,343 reviews)

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Fountain of Neptune

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Palazzo degli Uffizi

You can find out about the history of Florence with a stop at Palazzo degli Uffizi. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

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Auditorium di Santo Stefano al Ponte

Auditorium di Santo Stefano al Ponte is just one of the places to see in Florence, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its charming cafes.

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Santo Stefano al Ponte

You can study the exhibits at Santo Stefano al Ponte, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Florence. Visit the churches and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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Via de' Bardi

You can find out about the history of Florence when you stop by Via de' Bardi. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science?

Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science is located in a historic area of Florence known for its stunning river views and stunning cathedral. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 3272 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science?

Adjacent to Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science, Bernini Palace is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include Plus Florence - Hostel and Hotel Paris.

How many hotels are there close to Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science?

Expedia has 3272 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science.

What can I see and do near Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science?

You'll want to browse the collections at Uffizi Gallery, Bargello and Salvatore Ferragamo Museum. Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo degli Uffizi and Piazza della Signoria are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can catch a show at Teatro Verdi, Visarno Arena and Teatro della Pergola.

How can I get to Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science?

With so many ways to get around, seeing the area around Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science is simple. Nearby metro stations include Unità Tram Stop, Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop and San Marco University Tram Stop. If you're taking a train into town, Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) and Florence Santa Maria Novella Station are the closest stops to Historic Centre of Florence.

Top Hotels Near Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science in Florence from NZ$256

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Our top choices for Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science hotels

1. Canto degli Scali

2. Kairos by Florence Art Apartments

3. Bernini Palace

4. San Firenze Suites & Spa

5. Palazzo Doni by Florence Art Apartments

6. Corte Calzaiuoli Elegant Suites

7. Portrait Firenze - Lungarno Collection

8. Residenza Alessandra

9. Davanzati

10. Casa Thiele alla Signoria

11. La Casa del Garbo - Luxury Rooms & Suite

12. Relais Piazza Signoria

13. Hotel Calimala Florence

14. Ponte Vecchio Suites & Spa

15. Hotel Lungarno - Lungarno Collection

16. Hotel La Gemma

17. Signoria '64

18. Hotel Renaissance

19. Condotta 16 Apartments

20. Hotel Balestri

Top Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science Hotel Reviews

Hotel La Scaletta Al Ponte Vecchio

The Social Hub Florence Belfiore

Hotel Lungarno - Lungarno Collection

Hotel Pendini

Art Hotel Villa Agape

Albergo Firenze

Plus Florence - Hostel

Grand Hotel Cavour

Plaza Hotel Lucchesi

Other attractions near Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science

Uffizi Gallery

Palazzo Vecchio

Loggia dei Lanzi

Fountain of Neptune

Palazzo degli Uffizi

Auditorium di Santo Stefano al Ponte

Santo Stefano al Ponte

Via de' Bardi

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