Neighborhood Guide: Santa Maria Novella

Continuing from my prior article on the neighborhoods of Florence, herein is my guide to the quartiere of Santa Maria Novella.

I’m thrilled to bring you this in-depth write-up. It includes the most gorgeous shops with products that have deep roots in Florence’s history and places for cocktails that are so beautiful, they rival a Raphael painting. I share some unusual museums that you may not have heard of, my favorite boutique hotels in the area, and of course my recommended trattorie as well as higher end restaurants. And more!

Before you dig in to my recommended sites to see and places drink, eat and sleep in this lovely part of the city, read my explanation about the city’s division into four quartieri in the Middle Ages.