Santa Maria Novella Travel Guide
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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 fascinating museums 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 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 stunning cathedral 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.
Activities
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Florence Day Trip from Venice by high-speed train, including HOHO tickets
Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano day trip from Florence
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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 Visarno Arena. Jump on the metro at Belfiore Tram Stop to see more of the city.
San Lorenzo
San Lorenzo is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like San Marco Convent and Museum and Piazza San Marco, and you can get around town on the metro at Strozzi - Fallaci Tram Stop.
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 Via de' Calzaiuoli or Giotto's Campanile while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
San Giovanni
If you're spending some time in San Giovanni, Piazza della Repubblica and Via de' Calzaiuoli are top sights worth seeing.
Oltrarno
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 Vintage or Santo Spirito Basilica while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
- Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
- Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
- The New Florence Opera House
- Piazza Ognissanti
- Palazzo degli Affari
- Ponte Vecchio
- Uffizi Gallery
- Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
- Piazza del Duomo
- Mugello Circuit
- Piazza della Signoria
- Careggi Hospital
- The Mall Luxury Outlet
- Antinori nel Chianti Classico
- Piazza della Repubblica