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Basilica of Santa Croce in Europe Tours

Basilica of Santa Croce

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Basilica of Santa Croce

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02 Sep 2026

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Adults 01 | Children 00

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Activity Overview

Basilica of Santa Croce is one of Florence’s most important historic and artistic landmarks, renowned for its magnificent Gothic architecture, beautiful frescoes, and rich cultural heritage. Located in the heart of Florence, the basilica is famously known as the Temple of the Italian Glories because it is the burial place of many distinguished Italian figures.

Visitors can admire the impressive Basilica façade, Giotto’s frescoes, historic chapels, sculptures, and monumental tombs. The basilica is also the final resting place of celebrated figures including Michelangelo, Galileo Galilei, Machiavelli, and Rossini, making it an important destination for art, history, and culture lovers.

The experience is enhanced by Renaissance art, historic chapels, remarkable architecture, famous tombs, and the peaceful atmosphere of Piazza Santa Croce, making the Basilica of Santa Croce a memorable highlight of any Italy and Europe tour with Oxford Travels.

Important Information

Activity Policies
  1. Visitors should dress respectfully, with shoulders and legs appropriately covered.
  2. As a place of worship, visitors should maintain quiet and respectful behaviour.
  3. Touching artworks, monuments or historic objects is prohibited.
  4. Eating, drinking and smoking are not permitted within the complex.
  5. Private photography is allowed without flash or tripods and not during religious services.
  6. Mobile phones should be kept on silent mode.
  7. Animals are not permitted, except certified guide dogs.
  8. Visitors must follow staff instructions and respect restricted areas.
Terms & Conditions
  1. Valid Ticket: Visitors must have a valid admission ticket for access to the Basilica complex. Tickets should be retained during the visit.
  2. Opening Hours: Opening days and hours may vary because of religious celebrations, special events, maintenance or other circumstances. Visitors should check the official website before visiting.
  3. Dress Code: As Santa Croce is an active place of worship, visitors must wear appropriate and respectful clothing. Shoulders and knees should be covered.
  4. Respectful Conduct: Visitors must maintain silence and behave respectfully inside the Basilica, particularly during religious services and prayer.
  5. Religious Services: Tourist visits may be restricted, suspended or modified during Mass, religious celebrations or other liturgical activities.
  6. Photography: Personal photography may be permitted in designated areas, subject to the Basilica's rules. Flash photography and professional equipment may be restricted.
  7. Food & Drinks: Eating and drinking are not permitted inside the Basilica or other restricted areas of the complex.
  8. Children: Children must remain under the supervision of an accompanying adult and must follow the same visitor rules.
  9. Accessibility: Accessibility may vary across the historic complex. Visitors requiring assistance should check the official accessibility information before their visit.
  10. Security & Belongings: Visitors must follow security instructions. Bags and personal belongings may be subject to inspection or restrictions.
  11. Closures & Changes: Individual areas may be temporarily closed due to religious functions, restoration, safety requirements or exceptional circumstances.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets for the Basilica of Santa Croce are valid for one admission during the selected time slot. Tickets are subject to timed entry, and visitors arriving more than 15 minutes late may be admitted to a later time slot only at the discretion of the staff and subject to availability. The official website does not specify a standard cancellation or refund policy for admission tickets; any cancellation or refund request should be confirmed directly with the Santa Croce booking office.

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