Santa Croce Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Santa Croce
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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 fascinating museums 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 acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Mercato di Sant'Ambrogio

Church of Sant'Ambrogio

Learn about the local history of Florence when you spend time at Church of Sant'Ambrogio. Discover the fascinating museums and churches in this vibrant area.

Church of Sant'Ambrogio

Activities

Florence: Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine

Florence: Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine

AU$48
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Florence: Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine
People riding scooters in Tuscany

Tuscany Vintage Vespa Tour

AU$228
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tuscany Vintage Vespa Tour
Santa Maria Novella

Visit Florence in golf car with Fiorentine tuorist guide

AU$121
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Visit Florence in golf car with Fiorentine tuorist guide
Florence: Santa Monaca Church Italian Opera Concert Ticket

Florence: Santa Monaca Church Italian Opera Concert Ticket

AU$53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Florence: Santa Monaca Church Italian Opera Concert Ticket
Tuscany Vintage Fiat 500 Tour

Tuscany Vintage Fiat 500 Tour

AU$228
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tuscany Vintage Fiat 500 Tour
Tuscany by Vespa

Tuscany Vespa Tour: Lunch & Wine Tasting, Countryside Roads

AU$332
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Tuscany Vespa Tour: Lunch & Wine Tasting, Countryside Roads
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Our pick of the best Santa Croce Hotel Deals

Plaza Hotel Lucchesi
Plaza Hotel Lucchesi
4 out of 5
Lungarno Della Zecca Vecchia 38, Florence, FI
The price is AU$462 per night from 8 July to 9 July
AU$462
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
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)
"This hotel has a fantastic location. But what makes it stand out is the exceptional quality of the service- from every member of the team who were there. I haven’t encountered this level of professionalism in a very long time and it was wonderful."

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2025

Plaza Hotel Lucchesi
B&B Hotel Firenze City Center
B&B Hotel Firenze City Center
3 out of 5
Viale Giovanni Amendola 34, Florence, FI
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Florence. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (737 reviews)
"Great spot outside of the city center. Nothing fancy but the bed was comfy and they had a great lobby to hang out in."

Reviewed on 20 Jun. 2025

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B&B Hotel Firenze City Center
FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
4 out of 5
Lungarno del Tempio, 44, Florence, FI
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (860 reviews)
"The room was comfortable, clean, and quiet. The hotel staff was very nice."

Reviewed on 20 Jun. 2025

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FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
Aurum Uffizi
Aurum Uffizi
4 out of 5
Via Osteria Del Guanto 6, Florence, FI
The price is AU$573 per night from 24 July to 25 July
AU$573
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,007 reviews)
"The hotel Uffizi Aurum is very well located. You are within walking distance to major attractions and even train station. The rooms are small but have all that you need. The receptionist and service members were very friendly and helpful. They do offer a small basic breakfast, which is OK. Definitely ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

Aurum Uffizi
Casual Rinascimento Firenze Hotel
Casual Rinascimento Firenze Hotel
3 out of 5
14 Via dell'Anguillara, Florence, FI
The price is AU$471 per night from 26 June to 27 June
AU$471
26 June - 27 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Florence. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (227 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 18 Jun. 2025

Casual Rinascimento Firenze Hotel
Hotel Balestri
Hotel Balestri
4 out of 5
Piazza Mentana 7, Florence, FI
The price is AU$405 per night from 23 July to 24 July
AU$405
23 July - 24 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Florence. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (943 reviews)
Nice location except the bar service.
"Good hotel. Breakfast was good. Room also good for europe standard: big enough. Location is good. They have a new bar and front desk was advertising it with discount on first drink. However, when you go to the bar, it was pretty clear that this was a new endeavor for them. There were 3 group of people ..."

Reviewed on 25 May 2025

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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 Jewish Museum 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 Uffizi Gallery and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.

Ricorboli
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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 Uffizi Gallery and Piazza di Santa Maria Novella are major draws. Catch the metro at Unità Tram Stop or Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Historic Centre of Florence
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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 Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore or Uffizi Gallery 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, Uffizi Gallery and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore are top sights worth seeing.

San Giovanni

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