Santa Croce
Florence





Visit Santa Croce
Popular places to visit

Piazza Santa Croce
You can learn about the history of Florence when you stop by Piazza Santa Croce. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Basilica of Santa Croce
Glorious tombs mark the resting place of Michelangelo, Galileo and many other Italian greats in the largest Franciscan church in the world.

National Central Library of Florence
Learn about the local history of Florence when you spend time at National Central Library of Florence. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and notable monuments.
Teatro Verdi
Get tickets for a show at Teatro Verdi, a theatre with a story to tell in Florence. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Mercato di Sant'Ambrogio
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mercato di Sant'Ambrogio during your visit to Florence. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Church of Sant'Ambrogio
After visiting Church of Sant'Ambrogio, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Florence. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Things to do

Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano day trip from Florence

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

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

Florence: Santa Monaca Church Italian Opera Concert Ticket

San Gimignano, Siena and Chianti - Small Group Tour

Excursion to Pisa - Escorted Round Trip by bus
Top hotels in Santa Croce

Plaza Hotel Lucchesi
Nice view of Duomo
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025

FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
Gluten free options may choices. Room was xlean and well equipped .staff were very helpful
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

Hotel Balestri
Excellent, elegant, small boutique hotel in the middle of all the important places to go in Florence, I say it with the knowledge of someone who has lived there twice. Tthe service is exceptional, welcoming, kind, friendly and in disposition to help. I had the luck to spend Holloween night in their ...
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025

Aurum Uffizi
Friendly staff clean rooms nice location good fresh breakfast Good loghting options in the rooms flexible above bed bright light warm light etc lots of nice hangers peaceful at night
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025

Hotel Bodoni
The room and everything around was clean, the staff were helpful and friendly. Breakfast was fresh and the staff keep refeeling it.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Eurostars Florence Boutique
Great little hotel. Everything is within walking distance. The view from the terrace was amazing.
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Croce

Sant' Ambrogio
If you're spending some time in Sant' Ambrogio, Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio and Piazza Donatello are top sights worth seeing.

San Niccolò
If you're spending some time in San Niccolò, Arno River and Piazzale Michelangelo are top sights worth seeing.

Ricorboli
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ricorboli and surrounding area, you can visit Uffizi Gallery and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.

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
Visitors to Duomo rave about its fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and popular shops. You might also want to make some time to see Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore or Uffizi Gallery while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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.
