Florence Santa Croce Basilica Guided Visit
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Experience Highlights
Discover the majesty of Florence's Santa Croce Basilica with this guided tour. Explore the city's largest church and admire its impressive Gothic architecture. Learn about the history and cultural significance of this sacred site as you tour its chapels and view the works of art it houses with an expert guide. The tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours.
- Discover the history and architecture of the Basilica of Santa Croce with an expert guide.
- Admire the masterpiecesof famous artists such as Giotto and Donatello
- Learn about the cultural and religious importance of this sacred place.
What’s included
- Guided tour of the Santa Croce Basilica in Florence of about 1 hour and a half.
- Entrance to the basilica
- Expert guide
- Headphones for large groups
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Step by Step
Embark on an interesting tour of the Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence and immerse yourself in its rich history and architecture. Considered the largest church in the city, this Gothic basilica is a true artistic and religious treasure.
This guided tour of approximately 1.5 hours will begin with an introduction to the history of the basilica and its cultural importance. As you walk through the interior of the church, your expert guide will point out architectural details and explain their significance. You will admire the impressive ribbed vaults and stained glass windows that fill the space with beautiful light.
One of the main attractions of the Basilica of Santa Croce are the chapels it houses. Each chapel features masterpieces by famous artists such as Giotto, Donatello and Brunelleschi. Your guide will take you to each chapel and explain the history and significance of the works of art they contain.
In addition to the chapels, you will also have the opportunity to visit the tombs of important historical figures, such as Michelangelo, Galileo Galilei and Machiavelli. You will discover interesting details about the life and achievements of these characters as you stand in front of their tombs.