Florence: 1.5-hour Santa Croce guided experience

4.9 (29 reviews) Florence, Italy
Duration1h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Get ready to admire some of the most beautiful and unique works of art and sculpture in the world.
Enjoy a 1.5-hour experience inside one of the most particular and rich in history places in the city of Florence.

During the experience, you will hear about the history of the main Franciscan church in Florence: stories about its foundation in the 13th century, as well as stories about its masterpieces and its tombs hosted in the church.

Inside the church, your tour guide will show you the magnificent architectural features of the Gothic style, and you’ll admire Giotto’s frescoes, Bardi Chapel, Medici Chapel, Pazzi Chapel, and all the other masterpieces made by Donatello, Brunelleschi, and many other important painters.

Don’t forget that Santa Croce Church is the “hall of fame” of Italian culture. Here, in this church, would rest some of the biggest Italian personalities, such as Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli. You will admire their tombs which are truly masterpieces.

Options

Tour in Italiano
English Tour
Private tour
Tour in Spanish

What's included

  • Fast entrance tickets
  • Certified Tour Guide;
  • Small groups
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
  • Extras

What to expect

Get ready to admire some of the most beautiful and unique works of art and sculpture in the world.
Enjoy a 1.5-hour experience inside one of the most particular and rich in history places in the city of Florence.

During the experience, you will hear about the history of the main Franciscan church in Florence: stories about its foundation in the 13th century, as well as stories about its masterpieces and its tombs hosted in the church.

Inside the church, your tour guide will show you the magnificent architectural features of the Gothic style, and you’ll admire Giotto’s frescoes, Bardi Chapel, Medici Chapel, Pazzi Chapel, and all the other masterpieces made by Donatello, Brunelleschi, and many other important painters.

Don’t forget that Santa Croce Church is the “hall of fame” of Italian culture. Here, in this church, would rest some of the biggest Italian personalities, such as Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli. You will admire their tombs which are truly masterpieces.

  1. Basilica of Santa Croce

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

At the statue of Dante Alighieri, climb the steps in front of the Basilica of Santa Croce, Piazza Santa Croce, Florence.

End point

At the statue of Dante Alighieri, climb the steps in front of the Basilica of Santa Croce, Piazza Santa Croce, Florence.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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