Florence

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Where to stay in Florence

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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 Uffizi Gallery and Piazza di Santa Maria Novella 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

5/5(2,214 area reviews)

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.

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

Santa Maria Novella

4.5/5(1,057 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
Uffizi Gallery which includes street scenes as well as a large group of people

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.

San Giovanni
Piazza Santa Croce showing a city and street scenes

Santa Croce

4.5/5(211 area reviews)

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.

Santa Croce
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Oltrarno

4.5/5(529 area reviews)

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.

Oltrarno
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The Social Hub Florence Lavagnini
The Social Hub Florence Lavagnini
4 out of 5
Viale Spartaco Lavagnini 70 72, Florence, FI
$109 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
$136 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Good value"

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

The Social Hub Florence Lavagnini
The Social Hub Florence Belfiore
The Social Hub Florence Belfiore
4 out of 5
Viale Belfiore, 55, Florence, FI
$90 nightly
The price is $115 total per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
$115 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Ponte Vecchio and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (142 reviews)
"Would stay again!"

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

The Social Hub Florence Belfiore
Bernini Palace
Bernini Palace
5 out of 5
Piazza San Firenze 29, Florence, FI
$372 nightly
The price is $427 total per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
$427 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Florence. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, in the centre great location for site seeing . Staff are really friendly and helpful. Would recommend."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

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Hu Firenze Camping In Town
Hu Firenze Camping In Town
Via Generale Dalla Chiesa, 1-3, Florence, FI
Book a stay at this family-friendly campground in Florence. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and 3 poolside bars. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,431 reviews)
"Loved this place. The room was amazing and the amenities around are great. We rented bikes and just explored Florence on bikes which was the best thing ever."

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

Hu Firenze Camping In Town
Forte16
Forte16
Viale Antonio Gramsci 16, Florence, FI
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Florence. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (819 reviews)
"It was a very nice surprise for Florence. Very spacious room. The service amazing they help me with a surprise for my anniversary."

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025

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Palazzo Mannaioni Suites
Palazzo Mannaioni Suites
4 out of 5
Via Maffia 9 - 17r, Florence, FI
Stay at this 4-star residence in Florence. Enjoy free WiFi, concierge services, and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (988 reviews)
"Wonderful property"

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025

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Popular places to visit

Uffizi Gallery

Uffizi Gallery

4.5/5(1,486 reviews)

Art lovers will be in their element in this famous museum, home to the most extensive and important collection of masterpieces in the world.

Uffizi Gallery
Ponte Vecchio which includes a bridge and a river or creek

Ponte Vecchio

4.5/5(2,057 reviews)

Take a trip over Florence’s iconic bridge, spared by the Nazis for its beauty and home to jewelers for more than four centuries.

Ponte Vecchio
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Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

4.5/5(1,301 reviews)

The “Saint Mary of the Flower” cathedral and its towering dome have come to symbolize Florence.

Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
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Piazza di Santa Maria Novella

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Relax before or after a long trip in this renovated piazza just a few minutes from Florence’s main train station.

Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
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Pitti Palace

4.5/5(743 reviews)

This former royal residence now showcases the extensive collections of the Medici family, with seven galleries containing some of the finest artworks in Florence.

Pitti Palace
Piazza del Duomo which includes night scenes, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Piazza del Duomo

4.5/5(1,200 reviews)

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.

Piazza del Duomo

Things to do

Skip-the-Line Duomo: Priority-Access 30-Minute Guided Tour

Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour

$24
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour
Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti

Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti

$74
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti
Florence: Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine

Florence: Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine

$34
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Florence: Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine
Sunny day view of Monteriggioni, a Comune in Italy

Chianti Half Day Wine Tour from Florence

$56
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Chianti Half Day Wine Tour from Florence
Having fun while tasting Chianti

Tuscany Wine tour & San Gimignano from Florence

$92
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tuscany Wine tour & San Gimignano from Florence
Micheal Angelo's David

Skip the Line: Florence's Accademia Gallery Priority Entrance Ticket

$35
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Skip the Line: Florence's Accademia Gallery Priority Entrance Ticket
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Reviews of Florence

4.7
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
2841
5 - Excellent 77%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 20%
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5/5 - Excellent

Shelley

Love Florence and will go back to visit again!

5/5 - Excellent

MarkW

We loved Florence. We really liked the central market top floor that sells food from morning until midnight and the market downstairs are great to walk around. Love love the lampredotto at this market.

5/5 - Excellent

IgorInna

Prey for Italy and Florence to overcome this terrible crises!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Florence was a wonderful city to visit. Very walkable and the locals are very helpful.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

A fairy tails and magical city

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Art overdose

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