Overview
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Visit the temple of the Italian Glories
• See the burial place of several Florentine and Italian masters
• Find frescoes by Giotto and a chapel designed by Brunelleschi
• Admire the works by Donatello and the monument dedicated to Dante
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Visit the Basilica di Santa Croce, the principal Franciscan church in Florence. Learn about Florentine history and discover the life of Michelangelo. See the burial place of Michelangelo, Machiavelli, Galileo Galilee, Rossini and more.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Official Certified guide
Entrance tickets with reservations
Radio system to hear the guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Transportation to/from attractions
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Please be present next to the Statue of Dante Alighieri (Piazza della Santa Croce, 1 Firenze), 15 minutes before departure time in order to avoid any delays.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
The entrance tickets will be delivered by the guide or our representative at the meeting point prior to the start of the tour.
Please follow the instructions to the meeting point as on the voucher.
What to expect
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Basilica of Santa Croce
1 hour
Start the tour in the main square, where the famous soccer game played in medieval costumes, the Calcio Storico Florentino, takes place here every year in June. Your guide will describe in detail of all the immense artistic wealth in Santa Croce; frescoes (1380) by Gaddi in the Cappella Maggiore tell the story of "Santa Croce", and beautiful frescoes by Giotto in the Bardi and Peruzzi Chapels show scenes from the life of St. Francis and St. John the Evangelist.
On your way to the left of the entrance, see the memorial of the 19th-century playwright Giovanni Battista Niccolini built as an inspiration for the Statue of Liberty. As you walk through the hallowed walls, learn about the art of Donatello and his crucifix, one of the jewels of the Renaissance, as well as the art of Brunelleschi and the perfect architectural harmony of his Chapel of Fools. -
Basilica of Santa Croce
1 hour
See the monumental cemetery and damaged paintings and that was destroyed in the tragic flood of 1966 and have been subsequently restored. After visiting the interior, learn about the exterior which is covered with a polychrome marble façade. Finally, the guide will tour you around the Bell Tower, Crypt and the 16 chapels. The tour takes about an hour, and you will have the opportunity to return to anything you might want to see again after the tour ends.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- A refusal of entry due to inappropriate dress code, the tour will not be rescheduled or refunded.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Discover the Art and History of Santa Croce Basilica in Florence
Can I cancel Discover the Art and History of Santa Croce Basilica in Florence for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour.
Where does it start?
Please be present next to the Statue of Dante Alighieri (Piazza della Santa Croce, 1 Firenze), 15 minutes before departure time in order to avoid any delays.
What's included?
- Official Certified guide
- Entrance tickets with reservations
- Radio system to hear the guide
What's not included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to/from attractions
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Star Florence
