Oltrarno
Florence
Visit Oltrarno
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 fascinating museums.
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.
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.
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 acclaimed art galleries 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 churches in the area.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Small-Group Wine Tasting Experience in the Tuscan Countryside
Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti
Florence Accademia Gallery Tour with Entrance Ticket Included
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
"We booked our stay at Hotel Horto Convento, but were moved to their newer sister hotel,"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Art Hotel Villa Agape
"Wonderful property. Room was spacious. Large upscale bathroom. The garden and grounds were superb. One complaint was the bed was too firm. A medium bed is a safe choice for high end hotels but this was definitely firm. Only other was a very weak AC unit. Too hot at night"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
B&B Hotel Firenze Pitti Palace al Ponte Vecchio
"The hotel was lovely! The location is GREAT and easy to walk all over Florence!! The staff were lovely. Breakfast was good and convenient."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Hotel La Scaletta Al Ponte Vecchio
"I highly recommend this hotel. It was an older building (as expected in Italy), but very well maintained, and the room was gorgeous. The bathroom was very modern, the space was clean, and the staff was very helpful."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Hotel David
"A lovely hideaway with a genuine Tuscan villa feel on the ground floor. Simple but spotless rooms and truly over the top amenities from a fully stocked happy hour buffet and bar to a departure gift."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Hotel Lungarno - Lungarno Collection
"Hermoso, si Hotel antiguo, situado a la orilla del río, con hermosa vista al puente, viejo y fácil acceso a la ciudad a pie"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Oltrarno
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 Giovanni
If you're spending some time in San Giovanni, Uffizi Gallery and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Maria Novella
Enjoy the popular shops in Santa Maria Novella. The New Florence Opera House is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Porta al Prato - Leopolda Tram Stop or Fratelli Rosselli Tram Stop to see more of Porta al Prato.
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.
