Santa Croce Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Santa Croce
Santa Croce
Santa Croce
Santa Croce
Santa Croce

Popular places to visit

Basilica of Santa Croce featuring religious aspects, heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture

Basilica of Santa Croce

4.5/5(85 reviews)

Many of the most famous names in Italian history are buried in this vast Franciscan basilica known as the “Temple of the Italian Glories”.

Basilica of Santa Croce
Piazza Santa Croce

Piazza Santa Croce

4/5(1 review)

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.

Piazza Santa Croce
National Central Library of Florence

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.

National Central Library of Florence

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.

Teatro Verdi

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 fascinating museums and churches in this vibrant area.

Mercato di Sant'Ambrogio

Casa Buonarroti

You can study the exhibits at Casa Buonarroti, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Florence. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and churches in this vibrant area.

Casa Buonarroti

Activities

Florence: Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine

Florence: Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine

AU$132
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Florence: Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine
Florence Food Tour: Home-Made Pasta, Truffle, Cantucci, Olive Oil, Gelato

Florence Food Tour: Home-Made Pasta, Truffle, Cantucci, Olive Oil, Gelato

AU$70
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Florence Food Tour: Home-Made Pasta, Truffle, Cantucci, Olive Oil, Gelato
Santa Maria Novella

Visit Florence in golf car with Fiorentine tuorist guide

AU$92
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Visit Florence in golf car with Fiorentine tuorist guide
Pasta with fresh vegetable

Walking Food Tour of Florence with Tastings

AU$165
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Walking Food Tour of Florence with Tastings
Tuscany by Vespa

Tuscany Vespa Tour: Lunch & Wine Tasting, Countryside roads

AU$314
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Tuscany Vespa Tour: Lunch & Wine Tasting, Countryside roads
Say "TIPSY"!

Tipsy Tour: Fun Bar Crawl In Florence with Local Guide

AU$98
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tipsy Tour: Fun Bar Crawl In Florence with Local Guide
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Our pick of the best Santa Croce Hotel Deals

Aurum Uffizi
Aurum Uffizi
4 out of 5
Via Osteria Del Guanto 6, Florence, FI
The price is AU$229 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
AU$229
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Florence. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Good location, next door to the Uffizi! Staff was helpful in booking a taxi. Breakfast was unpleasant but convenient."

Reviewed on 1 Feb. 2025

Aurum Uffizi
Hotel Bodoni
Hotel Bodoni
2 out of 5
Via Martiri del Popolo, 27, Florence, FI
The price is AU$141 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
AU$141
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (674 reviews)
"Un lugar apropiado por su por su cercanía al centro el desayuno incluido es excelente y la atención de los que hay trabajan de muy buena calidad"

Reviewed on 1 Feb. 2025

Hotel Bodoni
Hotel Balestri
Hotel Balestri
4 out of 5
Piazza Mentana 7, Florence, FI
The price is AU$260 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$260
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Florence. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (918 reviews)
"Staff service was excellent. Good amenities within the hotel room. Breakfast was excellent with a varied selection of cereals, fruit and pastries. This hotel is perfect for those who want to see the main attractions within Florence, almost everything is within walking distance. I would highly recommend ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jan. 2025

Hotel Balestri
Palazzo Firenze by Baglioni Hotels & Resorts
Palazzo Firenze by Baglioni Hotels & Resorts
5 out of 5
Via Ghibellina 87, Florence, FI
The price is AU$630 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
AU$630
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Florence. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Uffizi Gallery and Cathedral ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (216 reviews)
"Wonderful experience of Florence at a top class hotel where all the team had great knowledge and excellent customer service. Big call out to Larissa for wonderful breakfast service."

Reviewed on 12 Jan. 2025

Palazzo Firenze by Baglioni Hotels & Resorts
FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
4 out of 5
Lungarno del Tempio, 44, Florence, FI
The price is AU$214 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
AU$214
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (827 reviews)
"Super everything"

Reviewed on 28 Dec. 2024

FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
Plaza Hotel Lucchesi
Plaza Hotel Lucchesi
4 out of 5
Lungarno Della Zecca Vecchia 38, Florence, FI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$309 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
AU$309
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Florence. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (974 reviews)
"Very friendly staff. They serve a variety of breakfast options with free cappuccino service every morning."

Reviewed on 15 Dec. 2024

Plaza Hotel Lucchesi
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Croce

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Sant' Ambrogio

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

Sant' Ambrogio
Pisa which includes a river or creek and heritage architecture

San Niccolò

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

San Niccolò
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Ricorboli

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ricorboli and surrounding area, you can visit Piazzale Michelangelo and San Miniato al Monte.

Ricorboli
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Duomo

4.5/5(143 area reviews)

Visitors to Duomo rave about its fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and popular shops. You might also want to make some time to see Via de' Calzaiuoli or Giotto's Campanile while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Duomo
Uffizi Gallery which includes street scenes as well as a large group of people

San Giovanni

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

San Giovanni
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Santissima Annunziata

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

Santissima Annunziata is known for its colourful gardens, and you can plan a trip to Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio and Great Synagogue of Florence while you're in town.

Santissima Annunziata

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