You'll soon find out why this Santa Maria Novella history-filled fortress is a hit with travelers. If you're searching for other things to see here, Ponte Vecchio, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, and Uffizi Gallery are in this area as well. They won't take you long to get to from Fortezza da Basso.

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Orto De Medici Hotel

San Lorenzo

per person

Jul 21 - Jul 24

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Chicago (CHI) to Florence (FLR)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)

Historic property. Amazing and friendly staff. Great breakfast with a self-serve Bloody Mary and Prosecco bar.

Reviewed on May 21, 2024

Stella d'Italia

Duomo

per person

Jul 21 - Jul 24

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Chicago (CHI) to Florence (FLR)

9.8/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)

Loved everything! Perfect location and the staff was incredible! We will definitely be staying here again

Reviewed on May 21, 2024

San Firenze Suites & Spa

Duomo

per person

Jul 21 - Jul 24

found 6 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Chicago (CHI) to Florence (FLR)

9.8/10 Exceptional! (884 reviews)

Staff is great breakfast is good Affizzi Gallery around the corner small streets

Reviewed on May 24, 2024

Browse tours and tickets to explore Fortezza da Basso

Tours & day trips

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Small-Group Wine Tasting Experience in the Tuscan Countryside

Free cancellation available

Private & custom tours

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From Florence: Full-Day Private Cinque Terre Tour with Pisa

Free cancellation available

Classes & workshops

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Florence: Pizza & Gelato Evening or Afternoon Cooking Class

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Cruises & boat tours

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Best of Cinque Terre: Day Trip from Florence with optional Typical Lunch

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Adventure & outdoor

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Cinque Terre and Pisa Day Trip from Florence

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Popular places to visit

Central Market

4.5/5(288 reviews)

Feast on Italian cheeses, chocolates and authentic pizza and shop for leather goods at this indoor market and its surrounding street stalls.

Basilica of Santa Maria Novella

4.5/5(1,006 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Florence when you stop by Basilica of Santa Maria Novella. Discover the acclaimed art scene and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.

Medici Chapels

4.5/5(67 reviews)

Generations of Medici dukes, princes and popes were laid to rest in a series of lavish chapels and crypts in the Church of San Lorenzo.

San Lorenzo Church

4.5/5(310 reviews)

One of the oldest and largest churches in Florence is also one of the city’s earliest examples of Renaissance design.

Piazza di Santa Maria Novella

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Relax before or after a long trip in this renovated piazza just a few minutes from Florence’s main train station.

Piazza San Marco

4.5/5(65 reviews)

Piazza San Marco is just one of the places to see in Florence, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.