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Historic centre and Sant'Ambrogio
The streets between the Duomo, Santa Croce and the Sant'Ambrogio market. Step out of the door and you are in the Florence of the postcards, with artisan workshops, trattorias and museums a short stroll away.
Florence
Where to stay in Florence
Five neighbourhoods, five ways to live the city. Here is where you will find our apartments, and the kind of stay each area suits best.
The city
Florence is best explored on foot. But each neighbourhood has a rhythm of its own.
The historic centre is compact, and you can cross it on foot in half an hour. So when choosing the best area to stay in Florence, the kind of stay you are looking for matters more than the distance from the Duomo. Some travellers want to step outside and find themselves among the monuments; others prefer a neighbourhood piazza and a trattoria just downstairs; others arrive by train or by car, and value convenience and parking.
Our apartments are spread across five different Florence neighbourhoods. Below you will find the character of each one and the homes we have there. Every apartment has its own page, with photographs, sleeping arrangements and online booking.
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Oltrarno
Across the Arno, towards San Frediano: the Florence of artisans and neighbourhood piazzas, a fifteen-minute walk from Ponte Vecchio.
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Station, Fortezza and Libertà
Between Santa Maria Novella station, the Fortezza da Basso and Piazza della Libertà: effortless if you are arriving by train, with the city centre within easy walking distance.
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Campo di Marte and Coverciano
Leafy, peaceful residential neighbourhoods east of the centre, with good connections: ideal if you are looking for quiet, space and the historic centre just minutes away.
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Novoli and Rifredi
New buildings, many with private parking, and the tram at the door: Florence city centre is around ten minutes away, and the airport is close by.
Before you travel
A few words of advice from those who live here
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Arriving
By train, step off at Santa Maria Novella or at Campo di Marte. From the airport, the tram takes you towards the station and Novoli in a matter of minutes.
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Getting around
The historic centre is a limited traffic zone (ZTL), so it is best explored on foot. For the outer neighbourhoods, the tram is quick and frequent.
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Booking museums
For the Uffizi, the Accademia and Brunelleschi's Dome, it is wise to book ahead: in summer the queues are long.
Frequently asked questions
Staying in Florence
What is the best area to stay in Florence?
It depends on the trip you have in mind. To discover the city on foot, the historic centre and Sant'Ambrogio are the most convenient choice. The Oltrarno is quieter and more authentic. Near Santa Maria Novella station, arriving and leaving could not be easier. Novoli and Campo di Marte offer more space, more peace and, in several apartments, private parking.
Can I arrive by car?
Florence's historic centre is a limited traffic zone (ZTL). If you are driving, it is best to choose an apartment with private parking (we have four in Novoli) or to leave your car in a car park close to the apartment. Each apartment page shows the most convenient parking.
How do I get from the airport?
From Florence airport, the tram runs towards Santa Maria Novella station and passes close to our Novoli apartments. On request, we can put you in touch with a transfer service or a private driver.
Is there a tourist tax in Florence?
Yes. Florence charges a municipal tourist tax, per person per night, in line with the City Council's regulations. We will let you know the amount and how to pay before you arrive.
Book your stay
Your stay in Florence begins here.
Choose your apartment and check your dates. Booking is secure, and your confirmation arrives by email straight away.