San Niccolò Travel Guide
Florence
Visit San Niccolò
Popular places to visit
Giardino Bardini
You can learn about the history of Florence with a stop at Giardino Bardini. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Rose Garden
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Rose Garden, a lovely green space in Florence. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and churches.
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
After visiting Piazza di Santa Maria Novella, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Florence. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Ponte Vecchio
The shop-lined Ponte Vecchio over the River Arno is one of Florence’s most familiar and most romantic landmarks.
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.
Top hotels in San Niccolò
Numa Palazzo San Niccolò
Great location, quiet and comfortable place. Cafe downstairs is great! Free washing machine and lockers were a huge bonus. We would stay here again!
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Serristori Palace Residence
Great property overall. No complaints whatsoever.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
c-hotels Ambasciatori
Good service, clean room but very noisy.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
IQ Hotel Firenze
All was great, everything, the clean room, the staff, especially Mr. Hamed was helpful. I highly recommended the hotel.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Hotel Calimala Florence
Excellent customer service and very clean and spacious too -10/10 highly recommend.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Hotel Delle Nazioni
Staff at check in and check out were friendly and helpful. Didn’t really talk to anyone else. Room was pretty loud even with window upgrades. Couldn’t cool off room so had the windows open when we could.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Niccolò
Santa Croce
Santa Croce is known for its interesting museums, and you can plan a trip to Basilica of Santa Croce and Piazza Santa Croce while you're in town.
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 Via Maggio while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
San Giovanni
If you're spending some time in San Giovanni, Piazza della Repubblica and Via de' Calzaiuoli are top sights worth seeing.
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 Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Via de' Calzaiuoli 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 Piazza di Santa Maria Novella or Via de' Calzaiuoli while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Sant' Ambrogio
If you're spending some time in Sant' Ambrogio, Jewish Museum and Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio are top sights worth seeing.
