Religious Sites

Skip-the-Line Tickets to Santa Croce Basilica Complex with Optional Audio Guide

Name: Skip-the-Line Tickets to Santa Croce Basilica Complex with Optional Audio Guide
Start: 2024-05-10T13:00:00
End: 2024-05-10T17:30:00
Location: Basilica of Santa Croce

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Mobile ticket

Skip the line and uncover Santa Croce's rich history with masterpieces by Cimabue, Giotto, and Brunelleschi, and get an audio guide with a ticket upgrade.

Highlights

Beat the queue and explore Santa Croce to see the perfectly preserved art and spiritual traditions of the largest Franciscan church.
Discover iconic artworks like Cimabue's Crucifix, Giotto's Frescoes, and Taddeo Gaddi's Last Supper.
At the Franciscan convent, wander through the ancient cenacle and octagonal columns, and discover the tranquil cloisters
Upgrade your ticket and enjoy an audio guide available in 5 languages, enhancing your understanding of the artwork.
Fun Fact: The Basilica di Santa Croce, known as the 'Temple of Italian Glories,' houses tombs of renowned figures like Michelangelo, Galileo Galilei, Machiavelli, Rossini, Foscolo, and a cenotaph for Dante Alighieri.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line entry to Santa Croce Basilica
Access to cloisters, Pazzi Chapel, and Last Supper
Access to Medici Chapel, Old Sacristy, and Sala del Pozzo
Audio guide in 5 languages (optional)

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Ratings & Reviews

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Guests from United States, Spain, United Kingdom and over 21 countries have loved this experience

Fernando

4/5

Apr, 2024

Good experience to visit the Basilica of Santa Croce and see the tombs of Florentine celebrities. The audio guide is quite complete and there is extra information in case you want to check more things. It is well worth it

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Giovanni

4/5

Apr, 2024

Since we didn't download the app we had some problems...then with the help of the ticket counter operator everything was solved. Great experience!!!

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Maria

5/5

Jan, 2024

All the architecture, the history of the church, the atmosphere and the beauty of its contents. Spectacular and unique. Thank you

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Timothy

4/5

Oct, 2023

The basilica is absolutely beautiful and the history of the church and the floods is very interesting. The audio guide works quite well.

Larissa

4/5

Oct, 2023

Great tour- would highly recommend to anyone lookinng to see the sites and skip the lines. A bit long but guide was very informative

Your Experience

Art Unveiled

Skip the lines and discover the wonders of Santa Croce, Italy's famous church, and learn more about its perfectly preserved art and spiritual traditions. The Medici Chapel displays the artistic prowess of Renaissance artist Andrea della Robbia, while the Sala del Pozzo is a chamber with architectural elements like a vaulted ceiling and octagonal columns. Take a walk through the lush cloisters of the basilica, and visit the tombs of renowned personalities like Michelangelo and Galileo Galilei.

Range of Artwork

The church houses stunning altarpieces and paintings that exhibit the evolution of artistic styles over the centuries. From Cimabue's Crucifix, a famous masterpiece depicting the crucifixion of Jesus Christ to Alfieri, a striking monument sculpted by Antonio Canova in honor of the Italian poet and playwright Vittorio Alfieri, you will get to see several remarkable artworks.

Enhance your visit to Santa Croce with the option to upgrade your ticket and take advantage of the audio guide, available in 5 languages to have a greater insight into the masterpieces the church houses.

Know Before You Go

Important Information

Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Restroom.
Guide dogs are allowed on this experience.
The audio guide is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian, and German.

Restrictions

Note that the following are not allowed on this tour: pets, food and beverages, smoking, flash photography, tripod, and large bags.
Strict Dress Code: It is required to wear clothing that covers the knees and shoulders. It is not allowed to wear shorts.

Operating Hours

Mon to Sat: 9:30am to 5.30pm (last admission 5pm)
Sun & Religious Holidays: 12:30pm to 5:45pm (last admission 5 pm)
Closed on Jan 1, Easter, Jun 13, Oct 4, Dec 25, and Dec 26.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the attraction.
Please arrive at the attraction 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.