Oltrarno district

The Oltrarno district is the one located on the left bank of the Arno river opposite to the historical center, it means "over the Arno", and it covers that part of the city that is still less known.

When we say Oltrarno we mean the Florentine neighborhoods of San Niccolò, Santo Spirito and San Frediano which are still much loved, very authentic and densely populated. The narrow streets of these neighborhoods are full of artisan workshops, historic shops, small restaurants and wine shops, as well as Street Art.

In addition, the Oltrarno is the district where Piazzale Michelangelo and the Basilica of San Miniato are located, dominating over the center of the city. Passing over one of the famous bridges, like the Ponte Vecchio, you can access the Oltrarno from the Duomo side and reach the superb Medici residence of Palazzo Pitti, which houses several museums including the wonderful Palatine Gallery. It is also possible to visit the Church of Santo Spirito, which preserves Michelangelo's Crucifix; the Brancacci Chapel with the cycle of frescoes by Masaccio, Masolino and Filippino Lippi; and the Church of Cestello.

The Florentine Oltrarno is also very popular for its restaurants, taverns and nightclubs where you can taste Florentine specialties such as lampredotto or tripe, and spend your evenings with friends.

The Oltrarno is also the neighborhood where our Street Art Tour of Florence begins, as there are many works by many famous Street Artists who have their galleries here.