Neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in Florence
The 4 areas worth basing yourself in Florence, Italy — ranked by our editors, with walking distances from the center. First-timers: start with Centro Storico.
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Top pick
Centro Storico
Duomo, Piazza Signoria, the Renaissance core.
1 min walk from center
#2
Oltrarno
Artisan workshops, Pitti Palace, less touristy.
11 min walk from center
#3
San Lorenzo
Central Market, leather goods, breakfast cafés.
10 min walk from center
#4
Santa Croce
Leather school, Santa Croce church, evening aperitivo.
9 min walk from center
Getting around
Walk almost everywhere; bus for distance; train for day trips.
Don’t drive into the ZTL zone — fines are steep. Book attractions in advance.