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Private Guided Tour of the Best Churches in Florence | 2 hours to 4 hours

1 Review | Florence
From $155.34 per person Lowest Price Guarantee
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2H: Cathedral & Santissima
2 Adults x $310.05
$620.10
Approx Total
$620.10
Duration: 2 hours: Book this tour to visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and the Basilica della Santissima Annunziata.
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. ITFL008
3h: 2h itinerary + Santa Croce
2 Adults x $440.05
$880.10
Approx Total
$880.10
Duration: 3 hours: Visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Basilica della Santissima Annunziata and Basilica di Santa Croce.
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. ITFL008
4h: 3h itinerary + Santa Maria
2 Adults x $606.45
$1,212.90
Approx Total
$1,212.90
Duration: 4 hours: Join this tour to visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Basilica della Santissima Annunziata
,: Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and Basilica of Santa Croce.
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. ITFL008

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella (4-hour option only)
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Basilica of Santa Croce (3- and 4-hour options only)
  • 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
  • Free admission to Florence Cathedral and the Basilica della Santissima Annunziata (all options)
  • Private Walking Tour of the Best Churches in Florence
  • (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Basilica of Santa Croce (in 2-hour option)
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella (in 2 and 3-hour options)

Overview

Experience the best of sacred architecture and art on a guided tour of the churches of Florence. Visit the Cathedral and the Basilica of Santissima Annunziata. Extended options: skip the line to the Basilica di Santa Croce and of Santa Maria Novella. Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests. Read the description carefully as each option includes a different program. 2-hour: Florence Cathedral & Santissima Annunziata Book this tour to visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and the Basilica della Santissima Annunziata. 3-hour: Cathedral, Santissima & Santa Croce Book this tour to visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Basilica della Santissima Annunziata and Basilica di Santa Croce. 4-hour: Cathedral, Santissima, Santa Maria & Santa Croce Join this tour to visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Basilica della Santissima Annunziata, Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and Basilica of Santa Croce.

Meeting points

Meet your guide in front of the entrance to Hotel Santa Maria Novella, P.za di Santa Maria Novella, 1, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • N/A

    Meet your guide in front of the entrance to Hotel Santa Maria Novella, P.za di Santa Maria Novella, 1, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.

    10 minutes

  • Basilica della Santissima Annunziata - Chiesa di Santa Maria della Scala

    Visit Florence Cathedral and the Basilica della Santissima Annunziata. Your walking tour will begin in front of the beautiful Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and head towards the Basilica of San Lorenzo.

    25 minutes

  • N/A

    As you explore the streets, your guide will tell you the history of religion in Florence, introducing you to the historical figures who contributed to the construction of the city's many churches, such as Michelangelo and Michelozzo.

    25 minutes

  • Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore

    The highlight of this tour will be a visit to Florence’s principal church, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Florence Cathedral, the iconic symbol of the city, is known as one of the largest and most beautiful churches in the world, so it is a must-see!

    1 hour

  • Basilica della Santissima Annunziata - Chiesa di Santa Maria della Scala

    Another highlight will be a visit inside the Basilica della Santissima Annunziata, a 1200s church located on the iconic plaza with porticoes by Renaissance architects. It’s a hidden gem rich in Renaissance art and landmark Mannerist frescoes.

    25 minutes

  • Basilica of Santa Croce

    Church tour to enrich your experience with a visit inside the Basilica di Santa Croce. Skip-the-line tickets are included to save time, as you don't want to wait in line at the ticket office.

    1 hour

  • N/A

    This landmark Neo-Gothic Franciscan church is known as the Temple of the Italian Glories as it contains tombs of some of the most illustrious Italians, such as Michelangelo, Galileo, Machiavelli. It’s also home to great artistic heritage, such as the stunning altarpieces and Giotto frescoes.

    25 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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
  • Please check your email the day before the tour.
  • Admission to the Basilica of Santa Croce and Santa Maria Novella is not included in a 2-hour tour.
  • Church tours during mass and special events (such as scheduled concerts) are limited, therefore the guide may provide all information outside.
  • Free entry to Florence Cathedral (Duomo) is only for the main church. Due to crowds, the line to enter can be 1 hour long. Open from 10:15 am to 3:15 pm.
  • Santissima Annunziata is open on weekdays and holidays 7.30 - 12.30; 16 - 18.30.
  • With skip-the-line tickets, you will have a reserved time slot to enter Santa Croce and Santa Maria Novella, so you won't have to queue for tickets on site.
  • Headsets will be provided for groups of 5+ people inside Santa Croce.
  • 2- and 3-hour tours: We limit the group size to 25 guests per guide, so that everyone can get the best experience.
  • 4-hour tour: in Santa Maria Novella, 1 guide can lead up to 5 people, so we will arrange an additional guide for larger groups.

Free Cancellation

October 25100% refund
October 26No refund

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Amazing Beauty and History!

Published on Sep, 2024

Mario is so charming and informative and offered an amazing tour! What an interesting and beautiful time. The churches were gorgeous and full of history. I highly suggest this tour by Mario!

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