Santa Croce Travel Guide
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
Many of the most famous names in Italian history are buried in this vast Franciscan basilica known as the “Temple of the Italian Glories”.
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 stunning cathedral.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Santa Croce
Plaza Hotel Lucchesi
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025
FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
Reviewed on 26 Aug 2025
Hotel Balestri
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025
LHP River Club
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2025
LHP Hotel River & SPA
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025
Casual Rinascimento Firenze Hotel
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Croce
Sant' Ambrogio
If you're spending some time in Sant' Ambrogio, Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio and Jewish Museum 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.
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