Florence
Travel Guide
Visit Florence
Where to stay in 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 Uffizi Gallery are major draws. Catch the metro at Unità Tram Stop or Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Duomo
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Uffizi Gallery are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Duomo. Travelers also love the fascinating museums, stunning cathedral, and popular shops.
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.
Santa Maria Novella
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 Croce
Travelers come to Santa Croce for its interesting museums, and you can see top attractions like Basilica of Santa Croce and Piazza Santa Croce while you're in town.
Oltrarno
South of the River Arno, this quarter boasts part of Florence's historic center, featuring notable sites like Santo Spirito di Firenze, Palazzo Pitti, Belvedere, and Piazzale Michelangelo.
The Social Hub Florence Lavagnini
Location is a 15 minute walk to the city center and maybe 15 minutes to the airport. Nothing really stood out in the immediate area worth walking to and the hotel does not have on site parking which I didn't like. Upon arriving to the hotel the room wasn't ready even though it was already an hour ...
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Hotel Paris
The location and staff were excellent. Property is older and a bit tired looking but the excellent customer service made up for what it lacked in amenities.
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Plus Florence - Hostel
Our private room was clean and well stocked with essentials, beds were clean and comfy and changed everyday. The hotel was in a great location and had security on the door which helped us feel safe, the staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Great value for money!
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Hu Firenze Camping In Town
Such beautiful accomodations, very clean, everything you need. Seemed very new. Very neat facilities, weren't around enough to enjoy them, it was closed before we got home in evening and before we left in morning. The laundry was available and open until 11, it did require a specific laundry card ...
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Teatro Luxury Apartments Firenze - Starhotels Collezione
Teatro luxury apartments was better than advertised. A great home away from home. Its in a great neighbourhood and a 20 minute walk to central Florence. I highly recommendd this stay.
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Forte16 View & Spa
Fantastic location, easy to get to but still very close to the old city. We especially enjoyed the pool/spa area and the roof top terraces!
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Popular places to visit
Uffizi Gallery
Art lovers will be in their element in this famous museum, home to the most extensive and important collection of masterpieces in the world.
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
The “Saint Mary of the Flower” cathedral and its towering dome have come to symbolize Florence.
Ponte Vecchio
Take a trip over Florence’s iconic bridge, spared by the Nazis for its beauty and home to jewelers for more than four centuries.
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
Relax before or after a long trip in this renovated piazza just a few minutes from Florence’s main train station.
Pitti Palace
This former royal residence now showcases the extensive collections of the Medici family, with seven galleries containing some of the finest artworks in Florence.
Piazza del Duomo
Giotto’s Bell Tower, the resplendent Baptistery, as well as the cathedral and its dome draw the crowds to this square in the heart of the city.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Small-Group Wine Tasting Experience in the Tuscan Countryside
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour
The Best of Tuscany in One Day Sightseeing Tour
Best of Florence Tour with David at Accademia & Duomo (with VIP option)
Skip the Line: Florence's Accademia Gallery Priority Entrance Ticket
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- Uffizi Gallery
- Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
- Ponte Vecchio
- Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
- Pitti Palace
- Piazza del Duomo
- Piazza della Signoria
- Palazzo Vecchio
- Central Market
- Piazzale Michelangelo
- Careggi Hospital
- Gallery of the Academy of Florence
- Arno River
- Piazza Santa Croce
- Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
- Piazza San Marco
- Fortezza da Basso
- Boboli Gardens
- Basilica of Santa Croce
- Piazza della Repubblica
- Piazza San Firenze
- Nelson Mandela Forum
- Stadio Artemio Franchi
- Great Synagogue of Florence
- Strozzi Palace
- Coverciano
- Cascine Park
