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Basilica of Santa Croce: Where Legends Rest in Florence
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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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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please note if "Wine Tasting" option is selected the Santa Croce Guided Tour operating at 10:30am or 3:00pm will initially start later followed by the wine tasting tour at Meeting Point 02.
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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.
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Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
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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Standing tall in Florence, Italy, the Basilica di Santa Croce isn't just a church, it's a pantheon. This Franciscan masterpiece, nicknamed the "Temple of the Italian Glories," is the final resting place for iconic Italians like Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli. Walk its halls and marvel at Giotto's frescoes, or stand in the piazza where legends rest, all within 800 meters of the Duomo's awe-inspiring presence. Don't miss this treasure trove of art and history on your Florentine adventure.
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Wine Tasting and Pairing Class - If Wine Tasting Option Selected only
Official certified guide
Radio system to hear the guide
Entrance tickets
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Transportation to/from attractions
Meeting Points
Departure
Vino Tasting Global Srl
IF WINE TASTING OPTION SELECTED:
For the second tour - Please be present at Vino Tasting Global Srl after the Santa Croce Guided Tour.
Return
Basilica of Santa Croce: Where Legends Rest in Florence
(11) Reviews
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About
Standing tall in Florence, Italy, the Basilica di Santa Croce isn't just a church, it's a pantheon. This Franciscan masterpiece, nicknamed the "Temple of the Italian Glories," is the final resting place for iconic Italians like Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli. Walk its halls and marvel at Giotto's frescoes, or stand in the piazza where legends rest, all within 800 meters of the Duomo's awe-inspiring presence. Don't miss this treasure trove of art and history on your Florentine adventure.
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Wine Tasting and Pairing Class - If Wine Tasting Option Selected only
Official certified guide
Radio system to hear the guide
Entrance tickets
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Transportation to/from attractions
Meeting Points
Departure
Vino Tasting Global Srl
IF WINE TASTING OPTION SELECTED:
For the second tour - Please be present at Vino Tasting Global Srl after the Santa Croce Guided Tour.
Return
Itinerary
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Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence
Step into the Piazza di Santa Croce, where the legendary Calcio Storico explodes every June! Our journey begins at the Basilica, a treasure trove of Renaissance art. Inside, marvel at frescoes by Gaddi in the Cappella Maggiore, depicting the story of Santa Croce itself. Admire Giotto's masterful scenes from the lives of St. Francis and St. John in the Bardi and Peruzzi Chapels.
Look left of the entrance for the inspiring memorial to playwright Niccolini, a forerunner of the Statue of Liberty. As we walk, learn about Donatello's jewel-like crucifix, a Renaissance masterpiece. Brunelleschi's harmonious Cappella de' Pazzi will leave you awestruck by its architectural perfection.
We'll see the monumental cemetery, where restoration has brought flood-damaged paintings back to life. Stepping outside, admire the polychrome marble façade. Our tour concludes with the Bell Tower, Crypt, and all 16 chapels, taking about an hour. Feel free to revisit any highlights at your leisure!
