San Giovanni
Popular places to visit
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.
Palazzo Vecchio
Florence’s city hall has seen epochs of history come and go and now offers a tour of civic life from Ancient Rome to the Renaissance.
Piazza della Signoria
This lively square is home to Michelangelo’s David, as well as numerous cafés, the world-famous Uffizi and an outdoor sculpture gallery.
Piazza della Repubblica
Learn about the local history of Florence when you spend time at Piazza della Repubblica. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Uffizi Gallery Tickets with Skip-The-Line Admission
Best of Florence Skip-the-Line David at the Accademia & The Duomo
Uffizi Gallery Small Group Tour with Guide
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour
Early Access Guided Uffizi Gallery Tour Skip-the-Line Small Group
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Other neighborhoods around San Giovanni
Duomo
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Uffizi Gallery are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Duomo. Travelers also love the fascinating museums, stunning cathedral, and popular shops.
Oltrarno
Oltrarno is a destination visitors seek out for is fascinating museums, picturesque gardens, and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like Historic Center - Downtown or Pitti Palace while you're exploring the neighborhood.
San Niccolò
If you're spending some time in San Niccolò, Historic Center - Downtown and Arno River are top sights worth seeing.
Sant' Ambrogio
While visiting Sant' Ambrogio, you might make a stop by sights like Historic Center - Downtown and Great Synagogue of Florence.
San Lorenzo
Visitors to San Lorenzo love its popular shops, and you can check out Historic Center - Downtown and San Marco Convent and Museum. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Strozzi - Fallaci Tram Stop.
Santo Spirito
Santo Spirito is known for its beautiful river views, and you can make a stop by Historic Center - Downtown and Porta Romana while in the area.
More to Explore
- Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
- Historic Center - Downtown
- Ponte Vecchio
- Uffizi Gallery
- Palazzo Vecchio
- Piazza della Signoria
- Piazza della Repubblica
- Strozzi Palace
- Piazza San Firenze
- Florence Baptistery
- Duomo Museum
- Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science
- Piazza di San Giovanni
- Giotto's Campanile
- Gucci Museum
- Salvatore Ferragamo Museum
- Via de' Calzaiuoli
- Palazzo degli Uffizi
- Dante’s House Museum
- Palazzo Gondi
- Badia Fiorentina
- Palazzo Davanzati Museum
- Palazzo Uguccioni
- Accademia delle Arti del Disegno
- Vasari Corridor
- Museum of Misericordia
- Church of Santa Maria Maggiore
- Fountain of Neptune
- Loggia del Mercato Nuovo
- Loggia dei Lanzi
- Orsanmichele
- Santa Margherita de' Cerchi