Oltrarno
Florence





Popular places to visit

Pitti Palace
Head to the south bank of the Arno River to immerse yourself in some of the finest art galleries in Florence.

Piazzale Michelangelo
You can learn about the history of Florence with a stop at Piazzale Michelangelo. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.

Piazza Santo Spirito
Learn about the local history of Florence with a stop at Piazza Santo Spirito. Discover the fascinating museums and churches in this vibrant area.

Boboli Gardens
Take a deep breath and enjoy a relaxing walk or scenic picnic in these iconic Florentine gardens with shady avenues, tranquil ponds and historic sculptures.

Porta Romana
Porta Romana is just one of the places to see in Arcetri, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and churches in this vibrant area.

San Miniato al Monte
Find out about the history of Arcetri when you take a trip to San Miniato al Monte. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the notable monuments in the area.
Things to do

City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Cinque Terre Experience from Florence

Small-Group Wine Tasting Experience in the Tuscan Countryside

Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti

Best of Florence Tour with David at Accademia & Duomo (with VIP option)

Cinque Terre and Pisa Day Trip from Florence
Top hotels in Oltrarno

Hotel Horto Convento
Lovely hotel, perfectly located in a quiet neighbourhood. Breakfast was nice and staff were great. Rooms were very comfortable and had air conditioning. We would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Art Hotel Villa Agape
The staff was so welcoming from the time we arrived. The hotel property is beautiful. It’s about a 20 minute walk to Florence but they also have a shuttle. I’m a walker so I preferred to walk but it does have hills. The breakfast was so delicious I miss it. They have free parking which was important ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

B&B Hotel Firenze Pitti Palace al Ponte Vecchio
Location is great if you want to be close to all the tourist stuff like we wanted to be. The breakfast was well rounded and always stocked. The bed was a hard memory foam, we didn't care too much but it's good to know if you like a plush bed. You can tell you are close to all the action so if you ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Hotel La Scaletta Al Ponte Vecchio
Absolutely perfect hotel - staff was simply amazing and so accommodating. The location was perfect, the room had great character and was very clean. We will certainly visit again.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Hotel Lungarno - Lungarno Collection
The Breakfast Is Absolutely Incredible! Truly. You Would Be Hard Pressed , To Find Anything Missing from Choices! Delicious Way To Start Your Day in Beautiful “ Florence Italy” 🇮🇹
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Hotel Villa Carlotta
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Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oltrarno

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 Frediano
San Frediano is known for its stunning river views, and you can plan a trip to Piazza Santo Spirito and Torrigiani Garden while you're in town.

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

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 Uffizi Gallery while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

San Niccolò
If you're spending some time in San Niccolò, Arno River and Piazzale Michelangelo are top sights worth seeing.

Santo Spirito
Santo Spirito is known for its stunning river views, and you can plan a trip to Torrigiani Garden and Piazza Santo Spirito while you're in town.
