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Santa Croce and Florence City Walking Tour

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Santa Croce and Florence City Walking Tour

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Santa Croce and Florence City Walking Tour

Explore the Basilica di Santa Croce (Basilica of the Holy Cross) church in Florence, also known as the "Temple of the Italian Glories" as it is the burial place of some famous Italians like Galileo, Michelangelo, Machiavelli, etc. Later in the afternoon embark on a walking tour to view the most famous attractions and squares of Florence city.

Experience

2 hrs 30 mins Likely To Sell Out

Full Description

On this tour, you'll learn about history and Michelangelo's life. Discover the immense artistic wealth in Santa Croce; frescoes (1380) by Gaddi in the Cappella Maggiore tell the story of "Santa Croce", and beautiful frescoes by Giotto in the Bardi and Peruzzi Chapels show scenes from the life of St. Francis and St. John the Evangelist. As you walk through the hallowed walls, learn the art of Donatello and his crucifix, one of the jewels of the Renaissance, as well the art of Brunelleschi and the perfect architectural harmony of his Chapel of Fools. After visiting the interior, the guide will explain the exterior, which is covered with a polychrome marble façade. Finally, the guide will tour the Bell Tower, Crypt, and the 16 Chapels. Later in the afternoon, start the walking tour at Piazza Della Repubblica, before heading straight to the Piazza Della Duomo. Whilst passing the Duomo Square, the guide will lead you straight through the old buildings and some of the historical landmarks of Florence to Palazzo Vecchio, the Uffizi Gallery, one of the greatest museums of the world, and the famous old bridge of Florence known as Ponte Vecchio. Your next stop is at Palazzo Pitti, the enormous palace of Florence's largest architectural monuments of Filippo Brunelleschi. Finally, stop at La Strega Nocciola for delicious gelato.

Highlights

Temple of the Italian Glories ( Tempio dell'Itale Glorie)
Burial place of several Florentine and Italian masters such as Michelangelo, Machiavelli, Galileo Galilei, Rossini, and more
Find frescoes by Giotto and a chapel designed by Brunelleschi
Learn from a professional guide who will show you the city's hidden treasures

Includes

  • Officially certified guide
  • Radio system to hear the guide
  • Entrance Ticket with reservation to the Santa Croce
  • Guided city walking tour
  • Free gelato (Italian ice cream) at "La Strega Nocciola"

Excludes

  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Transportation to or from attractions
  • Entrance tickets to the attractions of the walking tour

Meeting Point

Guided Walking Tour

Hard Rock Cafe Firenze in Via dei Brunelleschi, 1, 50123 Firenze.

As mentioned on the vouchers, the Walking tour will operate at 17:00. Please be present at all meeting points 15 minutes before departure time in order to avoid any delay.

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Santa Croce Tour

Monument to Dante Alighieri, in Piazza della Santa Croce, 1, 50122 Firenze.

As mentioned on the vouchers, the Santa Croce tour will operate at 10:30, or 15:00. Please refer to your selected tour starting time at purchase. Please be present at all meeting points 15 minutes before departure time in order to avoid any delay.

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Know before you go

Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
Wheelchairs and strollers are allowed on the tour.
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refusal entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
A refusal of entry due to an inappropriate dress code, the tour will not be rescheduled or refunded.
Tour is subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date.
Please note that the walking tour will only be conducted from the outside of each attraction mentioned in the itinerary.
Please note that the tour requires a minimum number of guests to run.
Please note that if you arrive after the tour start time you will not be able to join and will not be refunded or have your tour rescheduled.
There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements, in the event of this occurring you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
The customers choosing the Santa Croce guided tour at 10:30 or 15:00 join the walking tour at 17:00.
Recommended to carry a Passport, ID card or a Digital copy of an Identity Document.
Recommended to wear comfortable shoes.

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