Ricorboli Travel Guide
Florence
Popular places to visit
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 fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
The “Saint Mary of the Flower” cathedral and its towering dome have come to symbolize Florence.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Small-Group Wine Tasting Experience in the Tuscan Countryside
Florence: San Gimignano, Siena, Monteriggioni, Chianti & Lunch with Wine
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour
Skip the Line: Florence's Accademia Gallery Priority Entrance Ticket
Florence Accademia Gallery Tour with Entrance Ticket Included
Top hotels in Ricorboli
The Social Hub Florence Lavagnini
Great experience
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
IQ Hotel Firenze
Lovely Breakfast. We used the external outdoor heated pool and indoor hot Tub- was nice to relax after our Hike.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hotel Machiavelli Palace
Breakfast very fresh and large buffet Very nice staff .only problem i had was mattress was too hard and pilllow was too soft .
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Plus Florence - Hostel
It would receive a higher review if our room facing the street wasn’t so noise. But, it’s a good place to stay, with a walkable distance to train station and main tourist attractions.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Grand Hotel Baglioni
This was a lovely hotel right in the heart of Florence.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The Hoxton Florence
Clean and spacious room. Restaurant had good options and caffe was open early to grab a coffe and pastry before our day.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ricorboli
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.
San Niccolò
If you're spending some time in San Niccolò, Arno River and Piazzale Michelangelo are top sights worth seeing.
Sant' Ambrogio
If you're spending some time in Sant' Ambrogio, Jewish Museum and Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio are top sights worth seeing.
Santissima Annunziata
Santissima Annunziata is known for its colourful gardens, and you can plan a trip to Santissima Annunziata Square and Statue of David while you're in town.
San Giovanni
If you're spending some time in San Giovanni, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Piazza della Repubblica are top sights worth seeing.
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 Piazza di Santa Maria Novella while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
