Guided Tour of Santa Croce Basilica

Discover the beautiful Tuscan church, originally dating back to 1212, with this Guided Tour of Santa Croce Basilica.

Guided Tour of Santa Croce Basilica

At the agreed time we'll meet in the Piazza Santa Croce. Here, we will admire the facade of the temple and go inside the basilica to begin our guided tour.

As we enter from the left side of the building, our guide will help us understand the wealth it holds. We'll see early works of art, such as the sculpture honoring writer Giovanni Battista Niccolini.

We'll take a guided tour around the chapels of the temple and see works by artists such as Giotto, with his frescoes, and Donatello, creator of the large crucifix at the high altar. The Santa Croce Basilica is notable for its artistic wealth and the many illustrious figures who rest within its walls, including Michelangelo, Machiavelli, Galileo Galilei, and Rossini.

After visiting the main areas and the sixteen chapels of the church, the guided tour will conclude in the crypt and with a view of the bell tower.

Dress Code

To enter the Santa Croce Basilica you must cover your shoulders and knees.