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Step beyond Florence's famous landmarks to discover extraordinary artistic treasures that many visitors miss, including remarkable Last Supper frescoes painted decades before Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece in Milan. Begin at Santa Croce, where Gothic architecture, Giotto's revolutionary frescoes, and the tombs of Michelangelo and Galileo reveal how Florence shaped the Renaissance. Explore the monastery complex, admire Brunelleschi's elegant Pazzi Chapel, and visit the monks' refectory to see Taddeo Gaddi's early Last Supper, a masterpiece that helped establish a tradition of decorating monastic dining halls with sacred scenes.
Continue through the historic center, passing the Duomo, to the former Benedictine convent, home to Andrea del Castagno's stunning Last Supper, celebrated for its vivid realism, dramatic perspective, and remarkable preservation.
Along the way, learn how Florence's early Renaissance artists transformed painting through innovation, realism, and perspective.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
On the steps of the church, at the corner of Largo Piero Bargellini (near the statue of Dante).
Itinerary
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1Basilica of Santa Croce
Begin at the Basilica of Santa Croce, where Florence's art and history come alive. Admire Giotto's groundbreaking frescoes in the Bardi and Peruzzi Chapels, Brunelleschi's harmonious Pazzi Chapel, Cimabue's iconic Crucifix, and the magnificent tombs of Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli. Conclude your visit with Taddeo Gaddi's Last Supper, the fresco that once adorned the dining hall of the Franciscan monks, offering a fitting final glimpse into the daily life and artistic heritage of this remarkable monastery.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
Duomo (Pass by)
Walk through the center of town, passing landmark sites
Admission ticket free -
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Next, step into the former Benedictine Convent of Sant'Apollonia and discover one of Florence's hidden artistic treasures. The highlight is Andrea del Castagno's magnificent Last Supper, painted around 1447 to decorate the convent's dining hall. Its striking realism, dramatic perspective, and expressive figures make it one of the finest Renaissance interpretations of Christ's final meal and an unforgettable glimpse into monastic life and Florentine art.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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