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Religious tour in Florence: Church of San Marco, Santa Croce and Michelangelo's Tomb
Florence, a city of art and culture, is also a place where religious history is intertwined with the beauty of its monuments. On this tour, we will accompany you to discover some of the most significant places of Florentine spirituality, where devotion and artistic grandeur come together. We will visit the Church of San Marco, with the body of San Antonino, the majestic Basilica of Santa Croce and the tomb of one of history's greatest geniuses, Michelangelo. A unique experience that will allow you to explore religious and artistic Florence, the beating heart of our culture.
- 3 Hours
- Accessible
- Photos Allowed
- Transportation Optional
- Walking Tour
- Official Tour guide
Tour Description
The tour will begin with a visit to the Church of San Marco, an important spiritual stop in the city. Accompanied by our experienced Catholic guide, you will get to see where the body of St. Antoninus, bishop and patron saint of Florence, is kept. The church, famous for its frescoes by Beato Angelico, represents one of the most striking places in religious Florence. After admiring the beauty of the frescoes, you will have the opportunity to pay homage to the body of St. Antoninus, who rests in this sacred place. A moment of reflection and prayer, immersed in one of the most contemplative atmospheres in the city.
Continuing on your way, you will arrive at the Basilica of Santa Croce, one of the most important religious complexes in Florence. Here, in addition to enjoying the magnificence of Gothic architecture, we will have the opportunity to admire the tombs of some of the greatest protagonists of Italian history, including Galileo Galilei, Niccolò Machiavelli and Ugo Foscolo. The Basilica of Santa Croce is also a place of great spirituality, a meeting point of faith, history and art, which will allow us to immerse ourselves in Florence's religious and cultural past.
The tour will conclude with a visit to , located inside the Basilica of Santa Croce. Here, in front of the monumental burial of Michelangelo's Tomb one of the greatest artists of all time, we will have the opportunity to reflect on his deep connection with the city of Florence and its spirituality. The tomb, created by Giorgio Vasari, is a work of art in itself, telling us about Michelangelo's greatness not only as an artist but also as a man of faith. A final stop that will enrich the spiritual experience, before concluding the tour.
The tour can be modified according to personal needs, with the possibility of transfer from Rome.
To book this original and unique tour, please contact us for information and reservations at info@catholicexperiences.com.
What's included
- Church of San Marco
- Basilica of Santa Croce
- Tomb of Michelangelo
- Transfer from Rome
- Experienced Catholic guide
- Much more...
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR tour
These are the most common questions asked by our past guests about our this tour. You few have more do not hesitate to contact us.
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DO YOU PROVIDE TRANSFER FROM THE HOTEL OR THE AIRPORT?
Yes, over the years we have arranged private transfers in comfortable air-conditioned minivans fully equipped with what a family needs with pick up from the hotel in and outside Rome. We also pick up from the airports or the port of Civitavecchia if you disembark with a cruise ship.
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HOW MUCH IN ADVANCE IS PREFERABLE TO BOOK?
The licensed guides that are good in touring with kids are not many and in high season they might not be available last minute. It is always preferable to book well in advance at least 4 weeks.
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CAN WE PAY BY BANK TRANSFER OR CREDIT CARD?
Yes, we accept both. If you travel from oustide the European Union credita card fees might be cheaper than banck transfer.
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CAN THE TOUR BE CUSTOMIZED?
Yes, most of our tours in Rome are private tours so we can customize the starting time, the lenght and the attraction visited on your desires and needs. We will suggest you our best options and we decide together.
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CAN WE BRING BACKPACKS ON TOUR?
Vatican authorities are very strict with the use of backpacks. Sometimes some distracted visitors hit the artworks with them. Thus, they require you to check them in at the entrance locker rooms of the museums. This is not convenient because you have to walk all the way back after the tour ends to collect them. We suggest not to bring them. Bring a small purse or simple bag. Also do not carry umbrellas on tour.
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WHAT IS THE DRESSING CODE FOR THE VATICAN?
In some areas of the Vatican a special dressing code is required: shoulderd and knees must be covered or you will not be able to access.
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WILL THE TOUR TAKE PLACE WITH RAIN?
The tour takes place with rain or shine. Much of the tour is also indoor, inside the Vatican Museums or the Basilica of Saint Peter.
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Rita P. from UK with our tour Guide Simona
"Thank you for organising the tour with Simona. She was a great guide and catered the tour well for the children. She delivered the tour well and explained points simply and through visual aids which was really useful for us and the children. Please pass on our thanks to Simona and also to you for organising the tour and all other aspects at such short notice.", Rita P.
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