Florence 1 5 Hour Santa Croce Monolingual Guided Tour

Discover Florence by bike! The Bike Tour of Florence is available every day, starts at 10 AM, 5 PM and it takes two hours. The meeting point is Via Cavour 21/Red. In 2 hours you will visit all the major tourist attractions, under the experienced guidance of our entertaining and fun, professional guide. You will ride through the narrow streets of the main center, the Oltrarno, and you will reach some of the most amazing and famous monuments of Florence. Throughout the tour, you will stop at several locations for historical explanations and to learn fun facts about the city. You will even be shown the best places to find gelato, ,,bistecca,, Fiorentina, the wine window and truffles.

Enjoy an insightful private tour of Santa Croce with a 5-star guide. Visiting the biggest Franciscan church in the world is an incredible experience but without a tour guide, you will deny yourself a unique opportunity to learn the secrets hidden within its walls. Built in the 13th century Santa Croce became a "Temple of Italian Glory” as Michelangelo Buonarroti, Galileo Galilei and many other famous Italians are buried there. – Step on Medieval graves and learn why they have sculls and crossbones engraved; – Learn the mystery about Dante’s empty grave; – Hear the story how Michelangelo’s body was stolen from Rome; – Learn all the details of the intricate story of Galileo Galilei and discover the place where he was secretly buried for 100 years; – Get the headsets to hear the guide clearly. Enjoy this unique experience with your tour guide, install a dialogue, ask questions, and be ready to hear all the fascinating stories and secrets hidden within the walls of Santa Croce.

Our classic tour is a golf cart ride with your own personal driver who will escort you through the center of Florence to enjoy the beauty of these most suggestive points.

Explore Florence with a personalized walking tour, led by an expert guide starting from your hotel. Discover the vibrant Central Market, Medici Chapels, and Basilica di San Lorenzo. Marvel at iconic landmarks like the Florence Cathedral, Brunelleschi’s Dome, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and the Baptistery of Saint John. Stroll through medieval streets, visit Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio, and explore Renaissance treasures at the Uffizi Gallery. Cross the iconic Ponte Vecchio and conclude at the grand Pitti Palace. This intimate tour offers a deep dive into Florence’s art, history, and culture.

Santa Croce Church is one of the must if you want to know all about Florence. The Church was consacrated in 1443 but the façade of the church remained unfinished for more than three centuries, showing its bare Florentine limestone surface, the structure apt to sustain the architectural and sculptural elements. When in the nineteenth century Santa Croce became the Pantheon of the Italians it was necessary to complete the works and in 1857 the first stone of the façade was put into place at the presence of Pope Pius IX. After the guided tour, you will enjoy one of the best Homemade Ice Cream in Florence

Many tourists come to Florence for only a short time. The array of gold jewelry and leather goods is daunting! I can take you to the small owner operated shops where the quality is excellent and the prices very fair.

During this private open-air tour in a comfortable minivan, you will visit one of the most important city of Tuscany: Siena and have time to stop in Monteriggioni. The characteristic elements of these locations are the historic towers, pointed arches, and narrow streets. Moreover this Tuscan area is full of superb food specialties you will surely have the chance to taste, such as Panforte and Pici. The tour lasts 5 hours with 2 hours spent in Siena, and a short visit in Monteriggioni for a photo stop. You will also get a detailed description from our expert local guide in Siena and enter inside the fantastic Cathedral.

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.

The Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence was a point of attraction already in the XIX century. It is also known as the "Pantheon of Italic Glory". The monumental tombs of Michelangelo, Galileo Galilei, Niccolò Machiavell are the first that come to our attention. The church itself is rather impressive. The XIX century French writer Stendhal was so overwhelmed with the beauty of his surroundings that it made him feel ill. The Stendhal Syndrome became notorious, after this first instance. At Santa Croce you will find not only sculptures and tombs but a number of paintings. Giotto worked there, and the two chapels frescoed by him are corner-stones of Italian painting. Agnolo Gaddi frescoed the beautiful Central Chapel with the Stories of the True Cross. He also worked at the Castellani Chapel and left us Episodes of the lives of four saints. A great variety of art works and styles makes the visit even more interesting, as the pieces are still in the same places they were created for.

This is a private cultural experience through the colorful maze of streets where you will learn the history of the city, participate in the local culture and be entertained with engaging legends and stories of the area, with Uffizi & Accademia museum where even children will be well involved.

See the highlights of Florence that most interest you on a customized private tour with your local tour guide. Duration of Half day tour is 3 and half hours. Duration of Full day tour is 6 hours.  Rub the nose of the boar fountain of the Porcellino to ensure you will return to Florence, Marvel at Brunelleschi's huge dome at the Duomo, Take time out at an al fresco café on Piazza Signoria, Cross the River Arno by the Ponte Vecchio. Exterior explanation of all sites with flexible tour itineraries will give you chance to see most of the splendid city with live commentary of a licensed tour guide. Please note that entrance fees are not included in the tour to maintain the flexibility of program. If you would like to go inside of Galleria Uffizi or Galleria del Academia, you need to book your entrance tickets in advance. Please remember that most of the museums in Florence is closed on Mondays.

Meet your licensed master guide at your central located hotel and start the intriguing private guided strolling visit through the avenues and piazzas of Florence. A custom fitted visit that will follow the historical backdrop of the city, and specifically the seasons of the Renaissance through the various landmarks that line its course. See the Santa Croce Church, the Bargello Palace, Piazza della Republica and all the city highlights with your local expert.

Great Italy Tour is proud to offer only the highest quality services, with the best skilled and trained English Speaking Driver and luxurious Mercedes Benz Minivans! Our drivers will take care of everything about your day tour and you’ll fill their professionalism. They are perfectly knowledgeable about Italy and furthermore speak a fluent English. Moreover, they are assisted by our trusted Private Licensed tour Guide! With us you’ll live a safe and complete experience in Italy, totally stress free and comfortable. During a 3 hours guided tour of Florence you will discover the main locations of the city and many beautiful churches, streets, squares, local shops and wineries / restaurants. In addition, we are always open to customize out tour according to your preferences, in order to give you a truly unforgettable experience!

Enjoy a 2-hour visit of the museum with an expert local guide. Bargello  was established by royal decree on June 22, 1865 as Italy’s first national museum. The Bargello’s collection brought together some of the most important works of Renaissance sculpture: masterpieces by Donatello, Luca della Robbia, Andrea del Verrocchio, Michelangelo Buonarroti, and Benvenuto Cellini, drawn largely from the Medici-Granducal collection. Subsequently, the museum’s holdings were enriched with superb examples of bronzes, ceramics, waxes, enamels, medals, ivories, tapestries, seals, and textiles, some from the Medici collections and others from suppressed convents or private collectors. In 1888, Louis Carrand, an antiquarian from Lyon, made one of the most important donations, bequeathing to the Bargello his collection of more than 2.500 paintings and works of decorative art.

Ciao from LIMOSERVICEINITALY! Our Cinque Terre Private tour from Florence is FULLY GUIDED & ALL INCLUSIVE! We include private transportation by comfortable Mercedes vehicle, Professional English Speaking Driver and Cinque Terre licensed private guided tour for 5 hours! You will have a wonderful and stress-free day in one of the most beautiful Italian Riviera! The Cinque Terre is simply breathtaking, amazing colourful scenarios and crystal clear waters will capture your sight! Let us guide you for an amazing and unforgettable experience! IMPORTANT: On this tour we will visit 3 Villages (which may vary). Each Cinque Terre tour is different and unique as there are many variable factors (weather,traffic,strikes etc). We will plan the itinerary the same day of the tour!

See the sights of Florence that most interest you on a customized private tour Skip the long lines to the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries Rub the nose of the boar fountain of the Porcellino to ensure you will return to Florence Marvel at Brunelleschi's huge dome at the Duomo See Michelangelo's statue of David Take time out at an al fresco café on Piazza Signoria Cross the River Arno by the Ponte Vecchio Admire works of art by Da Vinci, Botticelli, and other Italian masters

Explore the highlights of Florence in a day with a Licensed Guide and private car transfers! See the Duomo, Palazzo Vecchio, Piazzale Michelangelo, and more! Extended options: visit Santa Croce, San Miniato al Monte, Duomo and Giotto’s Bell Tower. 3-hour: Florence Highlights by Car Book this short car tour to see the Duomo, Palazzo Vecchio, Piazzale Michelangelo, Santa Croce, and more highlights (outside only). 6-hour: Florence Highlights & Santa Croce by Car Book this extended car tour to see the highlights and visit the Basilica of Santa Croce, the Church of San Miniato al Monte and Basilica della Santissima Annunziata. 7-hour: Florence Highlights, Santa Croce & Duomo by Car Book this extended car tour to see the highlights and visit the Duomo, Giotto’s Bell Tower, Basilica of Santa Croce, Church of San Miniato al Monte and Santissima Annunziata. Explore the city far and wide by car and discover great history, art and architecture and monuments.

Enjoy a walk in the city of beauty discovering the Florence highlights! The Duomo with its dome built by Brunelleschi, Piazza della Repubblica, the famous Piazza della Signoria, Ponte vecchio and many other treasures preserved in the city. Enjoy the beauty of Florence with a walking tour of the city. Strolling at your leisure amid the heart of Florence, you will get to enjoy the best our city has to offer. Led by our professional tour guides, you will bathe in the rich history, culture, and countless tales waiting behind each and every corner of the city. Home of some of the greatest minds of the modern era, from Brunelleschi to Leonardo Da Vinci, cradle of the Renaissance, you will soon fall in love with the view from the Ponte Vecchio, the majesty of the Duomo, and Piazza della Signoria. Florence is not only a wonderful open-air museum, but also a city whose many features, ready to be experienced at the fullest, are what make it one of most beautiful places on Earth.

A beautiful drive and walk visiting, with a professional guide and a professional driver, all the beautys of Florence and learn about the history.

A private tour with an english speaking driver and a certified guide in the language of your choice.