San Giovanni Travel Guide
Florence
Visit San Giovanni
Popular places to visit
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
The magnificent dome of Santa Maria del Fiore provides the Florentine skyline with one of its most iconic outlines.
Uffizi Gallery
A visit to Florence’s famous art gallery will bring you face to face with some of the world’s best-loved masterpieces.
Palazzo Vecchio
After visiting Palazzo Vecchio, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Florence. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Piazza della Signoria
Meet up with Michelangelo’s David, check out one of the world’s most prestigious art galleries, and soak up the ambience of this favourite Florentine meeting place.
Piazza della Repubblica
Learn about the local history of Florence when you take a trip to Piazza della Repubblica. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the churches in this vibrant area.
Piazza San Firenze
You can learn about the history of Florence when you stop by Piazza San Firenze. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the churches in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in San Giovanni
Hotel Calimala Florence
We had very pleasant stay and we would stay again if we back to Florence.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Grand Hotel Cavour
Great hotel near the center. Walking distance to everything. I enjoyed the quality of the hotel and the roof top bar was amazing. Good service. Rooms were a little small but not sure if that was because of my budget or whether the hotel rooms were just smaller due to the type/age of the building. ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Hotel Pendini
This is a wonderful, historic, and centrally located hotel. The staff is fantastic and very helpful. Lovely breakfast service. Most of all, for being located where it is, the rooms were quiet. I wholeheartedly recommend this excellent property!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Hotel Alessandra
Clean room, amazing staff, location is great
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Maxim Axial
Highly recommend
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
NH Collection Firenze Porta Rossa
This hotel is well located for shopping and sightseeing. The hotel is beautiful. The breakfast was excellent and worth it. We
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Giovanni
Historic Centre of Florence
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Piazza di Santa Maria Novella are a few top attractions in Historic Centre of Florence. Hop around the city on the metro at Unità Tram Stop or Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop and check out the area's fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and stunning river views.
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 Piazza di Santa Maria Novella while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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 Palace or Pitti Vintage while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
San Frediano
San Frediano is known for its stunning river views, and you can plan a trip to Piazza Santo Spirito and Boboli Gardens while you're in town.
San Niccolò
If you're spending some time in San Niccolò, Arno River and Piazzale Michelangelo are top sights worth seeing.
Sant' Ambrogio
If you're spending some time in Sant' Ambrogio, Jewish Museum and Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio are top sights worth seeing.
