Skip-the-line Basilica di Santa Croce & Old Town with Guide
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.
What's Included
- 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))
Meeting and Pickup
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
50123 Firenze FI, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Hotel Santa Maria Novella
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Basilica of Santa Croce
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Santa Croce
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Piazzale Michelangelo
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Arno River
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Florence
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Skip-the-line Basilica di Santa Croce & Old Town with Guide?
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Activity code: C-332537P588
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- 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).
- 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)).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If 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 2025Accessibility information for the Skip-the-line Basilica di Santa Croce & Old Town with Guide is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Skip-the-line Basilica di Santa Croce & Old Town with Guide 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!
Mar 2024What's Included
- 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))
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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.
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