Written by Paolo Gori, Managing Director
Hotel Duomo Firenze is at Piazza del Duomo 1, facing the Cathedral. The square is a pedestrian area, so cars and taxis stop a short walk away. The entrance is at number 1 on the square: the entrance hall leads to the lift that takes you up to reception, on the 4th floor. The hotel occupies the 3rd, 4th and 5th floors of the building.
From Santa Maria Novella train station
About 10 minutes on foot (around 700 m), on flat paved streets: from the station follow Via de’ Panzani and then Via de’ Cerretani, which lead straight to the Baptistery and the Cathedral. A taxi from the station rank takes a few minutes but cannot stop directly in the square.
From Florence Airport (FLR, Peretola)
- Tram T2:from the stop outside the terminal to the Unità stop, in front of Santa Maria Novella station, in about 20 minutes; then walk as above. A single ticket costs about €1.70: buy it at the machines at the stop and validate it on board.
- Taxi:about 15–20 minutes. Taxis from the airport charge a regulated flat fare to the historic centre, with supplements at night, on Sundays and on holidays; check the current fare at the taxi rank.
- Private car with driver:the hotel can arrange it on request.
From Pisa Airport (PSA)
Take the PisaMover shuttle to Pisa Centrale station, then a regional train to Firenze Santa Maria Novella (about one hour). From the station, walk as above. The hotel can also arrange a private transfer on request.
By car
The whole historic centre is a limited traffic zone (ZTL), monitored by cameras. Before you arrive, send us your licence plate number so that it is registered for access to the ZTL: if you park at our partner garage, the garage registers it; otherwise, we do. The nearest place to leave the car is our partner Garage Michelangelo, Via Ricasoli 28, 50122 Florence, about 3 minutes’ walk from the hotel: €35 per 24 hours for cars up to 4.5 m long.
Walking times from the hotel
| Destination | On foot (approximate) |
|---|---|
| Cathedral, Baptistery, Giotto’s Bell Tower | Across the square |
| Galleria dell’Accademia (David) | 5–7 minutes |
| Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio | 5–7 minutes |
| Uffizi Gallery | 8–10 minutes |
| Ponte Vecchio | 8–10 minutes |
| Santa Maria Novella station | about 10 minutes |
| Basilica of Santa Croce | about 12 minutes |
| Palazzo Pitti and Boboli Gardens | about 15 minutes |
| Piazzale Michelangelo | about 30 minutes, uphill |
Arriving early or leaving late
Check-in is from 2:00 pm and check-out by 11:00 am. You can leave your luggage with us, free of charge, before check-in and after check-out. If your room is ready earlier, we will show you to it.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Hotel Duomo Firenze from Santa Maria Novella station?
About 10 minutes on foot (around 700 m) on flat streets, via Via de’ Panzani and Via de’ Cerretani.
How do I get from Florence Airport to the hotel?
Take the T2 tram to the Unità stop in front of Santa Maria Novella station (about 20 minutes) and walk about 10 minutes, or take a taxi at the regulated flat fare to the historic centre.
Can I drive to the hotel?
The historic centre is a limited traffic zone (ZTL) and Piazza del Duomo is pedestrian. Send us your licence plate before arrival: if you park at our partner garage the garage registers it, otherwise we do.
Where can I park?
At the partner Garage Michelangelo, Via Ricasoli 28, about 3 minutes’ walk from the hotel: €35 per 24 hours for cars up to 4.5 m long.
Can I arrive before check-in time?
Yes. Check-in is from 2:00 pm, but you can leave your luggage with us for free and start exploring; if your room is ready earlier, we show you to it.
How far are the Uffizi and Ponte Vecchio?
Both are about 8 to 10 minutes on foot; the Accademia and Piazza della Signoria about 5 to 7 minutes.
Source for tram information:GEST – Florence tramway.
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