Skip-the-line Basilica di Santa Croce & Old Town with Guide

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Skip-the-line tickets to the Basilica of Santa Croce
Extended walking tour with Piazzale Michelangelo (3,5 and 4,5-hour options only)
(number of attractions depends on the option selected)
Private transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation
Private transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (3 and 4,5-hour options only)
Private Walking Tour of Basilica of Santa Croce, Old Town and Piazzale Michelangelo
5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice

Extended walking tour with Piazzale Michelangelo (in 2 and 3-hour options only)
Private transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (in 2 and 3,5-hour options only))

Overview

Discover the secrets of the Temple of the Italian Glories, also known as the Basilica of Santa Croce. Extended option: private car transfers and the best view from Piazzale Michelangelo. 2-hour: Basilica di Santa Croce Visit the Basilica of Santa Croce and see other highlights of the Old Town of Florence, such as the Duomo and Santa Maria Novella. 3-hour: Basilica di Santa Croce & Transfer Book a 1-hour round-trip transfer and a 2-hour guided tour of the Basilica of Santa Croce and the Old Town of Florence. 3,5-hour: Basilica di Santa Croce & Piazzale Michelangelo Visit the Basilica of Santa Croce and see other highlights of the Old Town of Florence, such as the view from Piazzale Michelangelo, the Duomo and Santa Maria Novella. 4,5-hour: Santa Croce, Piazzale Michelangelo & Transfer Book a 1-hour round-trip transfer and a 3,5-hour guided tour of the Basilica of Santa Croce and other highlights of the Old Town, including Piazzale Michelangelo.

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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

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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.

5 minutes
Basilica of Santa Croce

Visit the Basilica di Santa Croce with skip-the-line tickets. On this walking tour you will see some of the most important landmarks and churches in the historic center of Florence. Visit the Basilica di Santa Croce with skip-the-line tickets and enjoy the best panoramic view of Florence from Piazzale Michelangelo.

1 hour
Basilica of Santa Maria Novella

This includes the Basilica di Santa Maria Novella and the world famous Duomo, which is the 4th largest cathedral in the world.

25 minutes
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The Temple of the Italian Glories is located in the heart of Santa Croce, and is named so because many greatly honored Florentines are buried or commemorated here.

25 minutes
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Inside the Basilica, your Private Guide will show you the tombs of Michelangelo, Galileo, Dante, Machiavelli, and other historic figures. You will also see amazing sacred art, such as the Renaissance frescoes that depict scenes from the life of St. Francis and St. John the Evangelist. The guide will show you all the hidden gems that most visitors miss.

25 minutes
Fiume Arno

Follow your Private Guide to the other side of the Arno River and climb to the hilltop square dedicated to Michelangelo. It offers an unparalleled view of the Florence skyline, with highlights such as the magnificent Duomo and Ponte Vecchio. The expert commentary will help you discover the Jewel of Renaissance like never before!

25 minutes
Florence

Book private transfers with the Old Town with the Basilica di Santa Croce and Piazzale Michelangelo. This option includes an estimated 1-hour round-trip transfer between the meeting point and the address provided when booking. Enjoy the convenient pickup and drop-off service! This includes pickup and drop-off directly at your accommodation so you can fully enjoy the comfort of transfers in a private car, van or bus. This way you can have a hassle-free experience without worrying about getting lost or being late for your tour.

1 hour

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.
Please note private car transfers and Piazzale Michelangelo are not included in the 2-hour option.
Skip-the-line tickets to the Basilica di Santa Croce grant you immediate entry at your booked time, without waiting in line at the ticket office. Tickets include headsets for groups of 5+ people.
Church tours during mass and special events are limited.
Piazzale Michelangelo is located up a hill so you should wear comfortable shoes.
We limit the group size to 25 guests per guide, so that everyone can get the best experience. The price will be higher if you need more than 1 guide.
The 3- and 4,5-hour options include an estimated 1-hour round-trip transfer from your accommodation. Transfer time can take longer or shorter depending on the distance and traffic.
We will arrange a standard car (sedan) for 1-4 people and a larger van for groups of 5 people and more. You can book a 5-people tour to take advantage of a larger vehicle.

Free Cancellation

May 04100% refund

May 05No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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.
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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Skip-the-line Basilica di Santa Croce & Old Town with Guide | 2 hours to 5 hours

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Basilica of Santa Croce

Basilica of Santa Maria Novella

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Fiume Arno

Florence

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