This gothic basilica was begun by the Franciscans Friars at the end of the XIII century, in order to house the Christian community living in this quarter along the Arno river.
According to the tradition since the Middle Age the inhabitants of this area have been buried here.
Actually this church is known as the Pantheon of the Italian glories because it served as burial place for many illustrious Italians such as Michelangelo and Galileo Galilei. The church preserves several interesting works of art, including the frescos painted by Giotto and the main chapel frescoed by Agnolo Gaddi.
Please note: Tour Duration: 3 hours
Entrance fee for the Basilica of Santa Croce is 9 Euro per person (children until 11 are free, children 7-17 are Euro 7 with valid ID showing age) to be paid directly at the church entrance.
I will pre-book skip-the-line, with a designated entrance time for you for the exact number and age in your party as written by you
Important: The Basilica of Santa Croce is closed on Sunday mornings, as well as, Epiphany (6 January), Assumption (15 August), All Saints (1 November), Immaculate Conception (8 December).
No further admission after 5.00 pm, new Year’s Day (1 January), Easter, Feast of St. Anthony of Padua (13 June), Feast of St. Francis of Assisi (4 October), Christmaas Day (25 december), Boxing Day (26 December).
