Basilica of Santa Maria Novella – Address & Directions

The basilica is located less than a five-minute walk from the Firenze Santa Maria Novella (SMN) railway station, the primary rail hub for Florence.

Upon exiting the station from the main concourse, head toward the taxi stand and cross the street at the pedestrian lights.

The rear of the complex is immediately visible, and a short walk around to the front will lead you to the main entrance in the piazza.

Florence’s modern tramway system provides a direct link to the basilica from the airport and suburban areas.

Line T1: Disembark at the Alamanni-Stazione stop, located on the side of the train station.

Line T2: Disembark at the Unità terminus, which is positioned just steps away from the piazza.

Numerous city bus lines operated by Autolinee Toscane stop within the immediate vicinity of the basilica.

Major lines including the 6, 11, and 12, as well as the small electric “C” lines (C2 and C4) that navigate the historic center, have stops near the station or the piazza.

Tickets should be purchased in advance at local tobacco shops (tabacchi) or via the official app and must be validated upon boarding.

The basilica is located within a Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL), where unauthorized vehicle entry is monitored by cameras and subject to fines. If you are driving, the most convenient option is the Parcheggio Stazione Santa Maria Novella, a large underground car park located directly beneath the train station.

Alternatively, travelers can use the “Park and Ride” facility at Villa Costanza, located off the A1 motorway. From there, you can park your vehicle outside the city and take the T1 tram directly to the basilica area in approximately 20 minutes.