Florence: 1.5-hour Santa Croce guided experience

4.9
(14 reviews)

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 2 more

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.

What's Included

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

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
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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.

Additional info

  • 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
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