Santa Croce Basilica
- Address:Piazza di Santa Croce, Florence
- Hours:Mon - Sat: 9:30am - 5pm, Sun and holidays of obligation: 1pm - 5pm
- Admission:Adults: € 5
Cultural Experience, Religious Experience, Church / Cathedral, Monument - Historical
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Work on this beautiful basilica began in 1294, though the facade and bell tower are 19th-century additions. The world's largest Franciscan church, it houses 16 chapels and famous frescoes by Giotto.
On the inside, the church is a classic example of Tuscan Gothic. Take a walk around the immense and lofty interior to spot Michelangelo’s tomb by Vasari, the Giotto frescoes in the Peruzzi Chapel, the Gaddi frescoes, porcelain details by della Robbia, and work by Donatello.
Along with Michelangelo, other famous names buried or commemorated in Santa Croce include the Renaissance architect Alberti, Galileo, Ghiberti, Machiavelli, Marconi, and Dante.
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Very good and informative. We had a different guide for the morning and afternoon. Both were excellent. Would not have learned about the history on our own. Lunch was included and was very good.
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Wonderful way to see Florence! We took the city tour twice and the Fiesole tour once. Path up to Piazzale Michelangelo is absolutely breathtaking with the trees and Florentine mansions. Highly recommended just so you can rest your legs and enjoy the views!
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A great way to explore the City and find out where everything is. Excellent value for money.
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Santa Croce is in the south-eastern section of central Florence, an easy stroll east from Piazza della Signoria.
