What's Oltrarno like?
Visitors really like Oltrarno, especially its museums, shops and riverfront access. Travellers like this romantic neighbourhood for its art scene. Learn about local heritage at top landmarks such as Ponte Vecchio. There's plenty more to see, including Pitti Palace and Piazza Santo Spirito.
How to get to Oltrarno
Flying to:
- Peretola Airport (FLR), 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Oltrarno
Things to see and do in and around Oltrarno
What to see in Oltrarno
- Ponte Vecchio
- Accademia Italiana
- Pitti Palace
- Piazza Santo Spirito
- Arno River
Things to do in Oltrarno
- Boboli Gardens
- Royal Apartments
- Pitti Vintage
- Villa del Poggio Imperiale
- Costume Gallery
Other popular Oltrarno attractions
- Porta Romana
- Piazzale Michelangelo
- Santo Spirito Basilica
- Via de' Bardi
- Santa Maria della Carmine
When is the best time to visit Florence?
- Hottest months: August, July, June, September (average 22°C)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 7°C)
- Rainiest months: November, October, December, February (average 116 mm of rainfall)