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Discover the Museum and Church of San Marco with one of our expert guides on a tour of one of Florence's hidden gems. Commissioned by Cosimo de' Medici (Cosimo the Elder) and designed by Michelozzo, this remarkable complex offers a unique atmosphere of silence, light, and spirituality.
Accompanied by your guide, you'll explore the convent, from its peaceful cloister to the monks' cells, admiring the extraordinary frescoes by Fra Angelico (Beato Angelico), each created to inspire meditation and contemplatio.
The tour also includes the refectory, home to Ghirlandaio's Last Supper, and the historic Medici Library, one of the first public libraries in Europe.
Through art, history, and spirituality, you'll discover a more intimate side of Florence, far from the usual tourist crowds. Entrance tickets are included, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free visit.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Via San Marco, 1, 50121 Florence FI, Italy Piazza San Marco 1, in front of the main entrance of the Church of San Marco, Florence The Guide will be waiting for you in front of the main entrance of the Church of San Marco (central door on the square). Guide will be recognizable with a tulip in hand.
Itinerary
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1Piazza San Marco
Church of San Marco, Florence Guided tour of the Basilica of San Marco. Inside, visitors can admire the Crucifix by Beato Angelico on the high altar, as well as frescoes and Baroque decorations, including works by Pier Dandini. The tour includes the Chapel of the Sacrament, featuring paintings and symbols related to the Eucharist. During the tour, the historical, artistic, and religious context of the church and the Dominican convent will be explained.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Museo di San Marco
Guided tour of the Museum of San Marco. Explore the Renaissance cloister, the convent halls, and the monks’ cells decorated with frescoes by Beato Angelico. The tour includes a viewing of works such as the ‘Annunciation’ and other masterpieces of the early Renaissance. Throughout the tour, the historical and artistic context, as well as Dominican monastic life, will be explained.
1 hour 20 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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