Overview
Enjoy an insightful private tour of Santa Croce with a 5-star guide. Visiting the biggest Franciscan church in the world is an incredible experience but without a tour guide, you will deny yourself a unique opportunity to learn the secrets hidden within its walls.
Built in the 13th century Santa Croce became a "Temple of Italian Glory” as Michelangelo Buonarroti, Galileo Galilei and many other famous Italians are buried there.
- Step on Medieval graves and learn why they have sculls and crossbones engraved;
- Learn the mystery about Dante’s empty grave;
- Hear the story how Michelangelo’s body was stolen from Rome;
- Learn all the details of the intricate story of Galileo Galilei and discover the place where he was secretly buried for 100 years;
- Get the headsets to hear the guide clearly.
Enjoy this unique experience with your tour guide, install a dialogue, ask questions, and be ready to hear all the fascinating stories and secrets hidden within the walls of Santa Croce.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Headsets to hear the guide clearly
Tickets to Santa Croce church
1-hour tour with a 5 star guide
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Meet your expert tour guide at the facade of Santa Croce basilica next to Dante's statue, show your voucher and let the adventure begin!
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
The travellers will have the direct entry tickets delivered to them by the tour guide at the entrance to Santa Croce.
What to expect
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Basilica of Santa Croce
1 hour
Inside Santa Croce you will hear the stories about the biggest Franciscan church in the world and enjoy looking at its marvellous masterpieces. You will step on Medieval graves of Florentine aristocrats and learn why some of them have sculls and crossbones engraved. You will learn the mystery about Dante’s empty grave and discover where the Statue of Liberty originates from. You will hear the story how Michelangelo’s body was stolen from Rome and learn all the details of the intricate story of Galileo Galilei and discover the place where he was secretly buried for a hundred years. You will enjoy looking at Giotto’s frescoes and learn why a few of them got destroyed. You will admire Donatello’s Annunciation and Brunelleschi’s Pazzi Chapel. You will discover the real story behind the world famous Stendhal’s syndrome and take dozens of pictures in this marvellous temple of flory.
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Florence SANTA CROCE Basilica Private Tour
Can I cancel Florence SANTA CROCE Basilica Private Tour 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?
Meet your expert tour guide at the facade of Santa Croce basilica next to Dante's statue, show your voucher and let the adventure begin!
What's included?
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly
- Tickets to Santa Croce church
- 1-hour tour with a 5 star guide
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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