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Santa Croce - the Temple of Italic Glories
Florence
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence was a point of attraction already in the XIX century. It is also known as the "Pantheon of Italic Glory". The monumental tombs of Michelangelo, Galileo Galilei, Niccolò Machiavell are the first that come to our attention.
The church itself is rather impressive. The XIX century French writer Stendhal was so overwhelmed with the beauty of his surroundings that it made him feel ill. The Stendhal Syndrome became notorious, after this first instance.
At Santa Croce you will find not only sculptures and tombs but a number of paintings. Giotto worked there, and the two chapels frescoed by him are corner-stones of Italian painting. Agnolo Gaddi frescoed the ...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in Russian (Русский) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in Russian (Русский) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
Private tour
Tickets
Whisperers
Meeting Points
Departure
Piazza di Santa Croce, 15
I will meet you at the statue of Dante, to the left of the façade. Please arrive 15 minutes before (if you are making your way independently) so we can collect the entrance tickets.
Return
Santa Croce - the Temple of Italic Glories
Florence
About
The Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence was a point of attraction already in the XIX century. It is also known as the "Pantheon of Italic Glory". The monumental tombs of Michelangelo, Galileo Galilei, Niccolò Machiavell are the first that come to our attention.
The church itself is rather impressive. The XIX century French writer Stendhal was so overwhelmed with the beauty of his surroundings that it made him feel ill. The Stendhal Syndrome became notorious, after this first instance.
At Santa Croce you will find not only sculptures and tombs but a number of paintings. Giotto worked there, and the two chapels frescoed by him are corner-stones of Italian painting. Agnolo Gaddi frescoed the ...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in Russian (Русский) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in Russian (Русский) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
Private tour
Tickets
Whisperers
Meeting Points
Departure
Piazza di Santa Croce, 15
I will meet you at the statue of Dante, to the left of the façade. Please arrive 15 minutes before (if you are making your way independently) so we can collect the entrance tickets.
Return
Itinerary
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Basilica of Santa Croce
The most important Franciscan church in Florence is Santa Croce. Inside its impressive walls, this basilica houses a variety of monumental tombs, some of which are masterpieces of Italian Sculpture. They range from the Renaissance to the XIX century and remind us of those commemorated in the "Temple of Italic Glories" (Tempio delle Itale Glorie). Here are the sepulchres of Galileo Galilei, Michelangelo Buonarroti, Niccolò Machiavelli and Gioacchino Rossini.
2 hours
2
Cappella Pazzi
The Pazzi Chapel is the work of Filippo Brunelleschi (the architect of the Duomo cupola). It is a great example of Renaissance architecture.
15 minutes
3
Museo dell'Opera di Santa Croce
The museum houses a great number of objects no longer in the church itself, such as paintings by Bronzino, as well as statues and other items.
