Santa Maria Novella Facade and Campanile

Italy · Updated 29 March 2020

Santa Maria Novella in Florence has an original Renaissance marble facade. The campanile is Romanesque-Gothic and over 60 m tall. Two obelisks in the piazza in front of the church remind of the squares former role as horse racing course.

About the Author

Henk Bekker is a European travel writer specializing in transportation, cultural destinations, and practical travel advice for visitors to Europe. His work focuses on clear, up-to-date guides that simplify complex travel systems such as public transportation, tickets, and routes.

More about Henk Bekker and his travel websites

Home » Italy » Visit the Santa Maria Novella Church and Monastery Complex in Florence » Santa Maria Novella Facade and Campanile