Title: Historic Centre of Florence Travel Guide: Best of Historic Centre of Florence, Florence Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Historic Centre of Florence](https://expedia.co.uk/Historic-Centre-Of-Florence-Florence-Hotels.0-n6141938-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Florence](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Florence.d1222.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Florence](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Florence.d1222.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Historic Centre of Florence Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Historic-Centre-Of-Florence.d6141938.Car-Hire-Guide)[Historic Centre of Florence Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Historic-Centre-Of-Florence.d6141938.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Historic Centre of Florence Travel Guide ## Florence ![Arcetri showing a bridge and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075434/96ba5e7b-ca43-4d9f-9921-bde07164fcbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Arcetri showing a bridge and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075434/96ba5e7b-ca43-4d9f-9921-bde07164fcbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Piazzale Michelangelo showing landscape views, a sunset and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508356/5065bc0f-51d4-4e4a-a357-371caea68914.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Arcetri featuring a bridge, a river or creek and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075434/6f185d8b-0512-418e-8838-74fb0bb81d5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Arcetri featuring a statue or sculpture and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508356/b0db8b6a-f5b8-4a48-be13-4b5d38ad2641.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Historic Centre of Florence Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Florence travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Florence.dx1222) #### Lose yourself in the Renaissance charm of Florence’s old town, where masterpieces by Brunelleschi and Giotto line up alongside cafés, gelato shops and trattorias. Decorated with Renaissance and Florentine Gothic landmarks, the UNESCO-protected Historic Centre of Florence is one of the world’s most charming old quarters. It’s where great masters left their mark on the city that gave birth to the Renaissance era in the 14th century. Explore their work at the galleries, museums and monumental buildings when you visit the Historic Centre. Discover boutiques, markets and time-honored cafés while wandering atmospheric streets. Piazza del Duomo is the heart of the area and the site of some of the city’s finest gothic structures. Among them are the ornate marble Baptistery of St. John, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Giotto’s Campanile. Relish the panoramic views from Brunelleschi’s cathedral dome and the campanile. Sculptures by Donatello and Michelangelo amaze visitors at the Museum of Opera of Saint Maria of Fiore. Stroll north to the Palazzo Medici Riccardi, the city’s first Renaissance building and former residence of the noble Medici family. The tombs of the Medici sit in nearby San Lorenzo Church. See Michelangelo’s *David* at the Accademia Gallery and frescoes by Fra Angelico at the Museum of San Marcos. Browse ingenious inventions at the Leonardo da Vinci Museum. Head to the riverfront, where the Uffizi Gallery boasts Botticelli’s *Birth of Venus* and *Primavera* among its exhibition of masterpieces. Adjacent to here, the Galileo Museum introduces visitors to astronomy and science via over 1,000 instruments. Don’t miss the fortified Palazzo Vecchio and Basilica of Santa Croce, the final resting place of Galileo and Michelangelo. Tucked beneath the impressive cityscape are boutiques, high-end clothing stores and jewelers that showcase Italian passion for fashion. Snack on typical Tuscan fare such as almond gelato, lampredotto (tripe sandwich) and prosciutto ham. Florence’s Historic Centre is the perfect place to tour on foot. Cross the emblematic Ponte Vecchio to the left bank of the River Arno and browse the artisan stores of the Oltrarno neighbourhood. Appreciate the old quarter in all its Renaissance glory from Fort Belvedere and Piazzale Michelangelo. --- ### Popular places to visit ![Piazza di Santa Maria Novella which includes a garden, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6167447/7f4e9e58-353d-4a42-8920-7d465f5e16de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Piazza-Di-Santa-Maria-Novella-Historic-Centre-of-Florence.d6167447.Attraction) ![Ponte Vecchio which includes a bridge and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075434/67189072-9377-4114-81b7-8ffaa6705976.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ponte Vecchio Take a trip over Florence’s iconic bridge, spared by the Nazis for its beauty and home to jewelers for more than four centuries. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ponte-Vecchio-Historic-Centre-of-Florence.d6075434.Attraction) ![Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore featuring religious elements, a church or cathedral and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501046/58cc313e-b63c-4e3e-825f-1235037a9d48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore The “Saint Mary of the Flower” cathedral and its towering dome have come to symbolize Florence. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cathedral-Of-Santa-Maria-Del-Fiore-Historic-Centre-of-Florence.d501046.Attraction) ![Uffizi Gallery in Florence in Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075462/638682df-5d23-4089-83af-be7850616ae1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Uffizi Gallery Art lovers will be in their element in this famous museum, home to the most extensive and important collection of masterpieces in the world. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Uffizi-Gallery-Historic-Centre-of-Florence.d6075462.Attraction) ![Arcetri which includes a city and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501032/753e6a03-eaab-4358-81a7-f2923c4ab7ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pitti Palace This former royal residence now showcases the extensive collections of the Medici family, with seven galleries containing some of the finest artworks in Florence. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pitti-Palace-Historic-Centre-of-Florence.d501032.Attraction) ![Piazza del Duomo which includes a church or cathedral, night scenes and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508338/afd0d3ff-161f-4203-9580-7a3e1e60578d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Piazza del Duomo Giotto’s Bell Tower, the resplendent Baptistery, as well as the cathedral and its dome draw the crowds to this square in the heart of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Piazza-Del-Duomo-Historic-Centre-of-Florence.d508338.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Florence Accademia Gallery Tour with Entrance Ticket Included](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3066485/d26c5e31-1f44-4056-bdee-2fc35c6c6ffc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Florence Accademia Gallery Tour with Entrance Ticket Included £33 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/florence-accademia-gallery-tour-with-entrance-ticket-included.a3066485.activity-details) ![Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/880286/269c0081-b51e-4e1d-ac21-b19cf125da10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti £43 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tuscany-experience-in-pisa.a880286.activity-details) ![Skip-the-Line Duomo: Priority-Access 30-Minute Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/507532/cbdef260-9919-420e-a482-1d2f9b3d6ccc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour £23 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/skip-the-line-florence-duomo-priority-access-express-guided-tour.a507532.activity-details) ![Micheal Angelo's David](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2479829/2bebb71d-abeb-452a-9a00-2b6fddf3b233.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Skip the Line: Florence's Accademia Gallery Priority Entrance Ticket £27 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/skip-the-line-florences-accademia-gallery-priority-entrance-ticket.a2479829.activity-details) ![Pizza & Gelato Evening Cooking Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/177645/1605095c-4cce-4fb0-8dd4-16e1919b620b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Florence: Pizza & Gelato Masterclass Morning, Afternoon or Evening Delight £49 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/florence-pizza-gelato-masterclass-morning.a177645.activity-details) ![Florence half day combo tour with David, Uffizi & Duomo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/177530/67736287-bdb2-4b4e-a2f9-65e0ac592e0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Florence Half Day Tour with Uffizi, Michelangelo’s David & Accademia £24 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/florence-half-day-tour-with-uffizi.a177530.activity-details) [See all activities in Florence](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Florence.d1222.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Historic Centre of Florence ![c-hotels Ambasciatori](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1900/1829/bddb8fbc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### c-hotels Ambasciatori Via Luigi Alamanni 3 Florence FI £92 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) Great location, short walk to the Duomo, museums and shopping. A clean quiet room awaited me. Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=1829&PinnedHotelID=1829&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6141938) ![IQ Hotel Firenze](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89040000/89035100/89035039/72f32f77_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### IQ Hotel Firenze Via Camillo Cavour, 88 Florence FI Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £96 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,134 reviews) Fantastic service, exceptionallly clean room, free drink and minibar was a nice addition. Highly recommend. Lovely coming home after a day sightseeing. Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=89035039&PinnedHotelID=89035039&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6141938) ![Bernini Palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14000/13999/84743cc7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bernini Palace Piazza San Firenze 29 Florence FI £204 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Florence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews) Staff very helpful Rooms very clean Good breakfast options Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=13999&PinnedHotelID=13999&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6141938) ![ Hotel Calimala Florence](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37960000/37955200/37955169/62707ba1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Calimala Florence Via Lamberti 5 Florence FI £141 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews) Clean room , friendly and very helpful staff Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=37955169&PinnedHotelID=37955169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6141938) ![Grand Hotel Baglioni](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6400/6371/849fb031_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grand Hotel Baglioni Piazza Unita Italiana 6 Florence FI £118 25 Feb - 26 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this boutique hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews) Amazing hotel! Centrally located, very nice room and staff is great! Breakfast is the perfect place to begin your day with the incredible views and a good pizza place right across the street. Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=6371&PinnedHotelID=6371&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6141938) ![Hotel Delle Nazioni](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/920200/920176/dd1e8db6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Delle Nazioni Via Luigi Alamanni, 15 Florence FI £83 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=920176&PinnedHotelID=920176&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6141938) [See all 4,763 properties in Historic Centre of Florence](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6141938) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Historic Centre of Florence hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6141938&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6141938&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6141938&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6141938&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6141938&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6141938&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Historic Centre of Florence ![Duomo featuring heritage architecture and street scenes as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141938/4816fa4b-dceb-4db3-bc3d-7fd0a5eb8789.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Duomo 4.5/5(418 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 Piazza di Santa Maria Novella or Via de' Calzaiuoli while you're exploring the neighbourhood. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Florence-Duomo.dx6084346) ![Ponte Vecchio showing a bridge and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075434/7c194037-41c2-40fb-a601-3da01105de7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### San Giovanni If you're spending some time in San Giovanni, Piazza della Repubblica and Via de' Calzaiuoli are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Florence-San-Giovanni.dx553248635976383065) ![Arcetri which includes a river or creek, a sunset and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141938/199010d8-e112-4eac-a1fa-328c98245fb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Oltrarno 4.5/5(165 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Florence-Oltrarno.dx6084345) ![Brancacci Chapel which includes a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6143202/1907daa8-9b9f-4b02-8d0a-120fd0d47a75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Florence-San-Frediano.dx6141947) ![Province of Florence featuring street scenes as well as an individual male](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179893/af573eba-c243-4d11-b9b0-ec08ee97785d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sant' Ambrogio If you're spending some time in Sant' Ambrogio, Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio and Church of Santa Maria Maddalena dei Pazzi are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Florence-Sant-Ambrogio.dx553248635976383705) ![Province of Florence which includes heritage elements and street scenes as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179893/d0f5111b-371d-414a-9134-fb64d945f4a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### San Niccolò If you're spending some time in San Niccolò, Arno River and Piazzale Michelangelo are top sights worth seeing. 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