Santa Croce Vacations from $916

Lose yourself in the Renaissance charm of Florence’s old town, where masterpieces by Brunelleschi and Giotto line up alongside cafés, gelato shops and trattorias.

Spend some time in an attractive neighborhood close to the city center that encompasses ancient buildings and churches and a large park of outstanding beauty.

Framed by a magnificent cathedral and charming streets lined with churches and restaurants, this neighborhood rests at the very heart of Florence.

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

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.