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Best of Santa Maria Novella Basilica: No-Wait Audio Tour

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Overview

Explore the enchanting Santa Maria Novella at your own pace with a skip-the-line ticket and immersive official portable audio guide. This historic basilica showcases the architectural brilliance of Romanesque, Gothic, and Renaissance styles, highlighted by masterpieces such as Masaccio's Trinità and Giotto's Crucifix. Discover the Tornabuoni Chapel's vivid frescoes by Ghirlandaio and learn about the Dominican friars who once influenced Florence's spiritual life. Each corner reveals stories of power and artistry, enriched by your audio guide that brings the past to life. Enjoy this unique opportunity to delve into the heart of Florence's art and history.

What's Included

  • Pre-booking reservation ticket and agency fees
  • Entry ticket to Santa Maria Novella Basilica and Cloisters
  • Priority access
  • No mobile applications or personal earphones are required
  • No physical guide included
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Meeting Location

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Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella 18, Florence 50123, Italy

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What To Expect

Basilica of Santa Maria Novella

Slip beyond the crowds and enter this basilica as if in a dream: cross through the sun‑lit cloisters’ fresh porticoes and uncover frescoed chapels that hide that hide the Dominicans’ centuries‑old secrets, the friars who still preach today in this magnificent church. Then stand awe‑struck before Renaissance masterpieces—from Masaccio’s groundbreaking Trinità to Botticelli’s tender Natività. Savor an exclusive, unhurried journey through the telling of intriguing stories related to great artists and great families of Florence and you will feel each whispered story come alive just for you.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We suggest to wear comfortable shoes; appropriate clothing is recommended to visit places of worship. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed.
  • This is a self-guided tour — no physical guide included
  • The tour includes a dedicated portable audio guide; no mobile applications or personal earphones are required

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Best of Santa Maria Novella Basilica: No-Wait Audio Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (6)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Best of Santa Maria Novella Basilica: No-Wait Audio Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Pre-booking reservation ticket and agency fees.
  • Entry ticket to Santa Maria Novella Basilica and Cloisters.
  • Priority access.
  • Immersive official portable audio guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • no mobile applications or personal earphones are required.
  • no physical guide included.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Best of Santa Maria Novella Basilica: No-Wait Audio Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Best of Santa Maria Novella Basilica: No-Wait Audio Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Pre-booking reservation ticket and agency fees
  • Entry ticket to Santa Maria Novella Basilica and Cloisters
  • Priority access
  • Immersive official portable audio guide
  • No mobile applications or personal earphones are required
  • No physical guide included

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We suggest to wear comfortable shoes; appropriate clothing is recommended to visit places of worship. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed.
  • This is a self-guided tour — no physical guide included
  • The tour includes a dedicated portable audio guide; no mobile applications or personal earphones are required

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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