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Combo: Florence Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Santa Croce Basilica Complex Tickets

Tourists on an open-top sightseeing bus in Florence, Italy, taking photos.

Santa Croce Basilica in Florence on Hop-On Hop-Off Tour.

Cloisters of Santa Croce Basilica Complex with statue and visitors in Florence, Italy.

Women walking by a CitySightseeing bus in Florence, Italy.

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

Dive deep into the Renaissance era with a super saver combo! Enjoy a 24-hour hop-on-hop-off bus tour of Florence and get skip-the-line access to Santa Croce Basilica.

4.0/5

(542)

Nancy

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

We booked tickets for Santa Croce at the last minute - about 30 minutes before walking in - while eating lunch in the area and knowing we had extra time to visit this church. So glad we visited! Beautiful, historic church featuring the graves of many famous Florentines. Plus, an important church for the city of Florence in an important civic neighborhood. Easy to purchase tickets, ready in time for our visit. Perfect last minute choice.

Manuela

Sep 2025

Verified booking

4/5

In general, a satisfactory experience. But on Wednesday September 17 we waited for nothing for the first 12:30 bus, which never showed up. Then the 1.30pm bus arrived, and gave no explanation or excuse for this double waiting time in the sun, on the corner of a super busy and noisy street.... but hey, we're in Italy and we're happy about it!!!!

Louise

Sep 2025

Verified booking

5/5

The possibility of the division of the outer part of the city and the inner part is a great idea and gives the new arrivals a better orientation visit. We had a wonderful time and was able to visit the sites that attracted us the most. Thank you

Embark on a flexible 24-hour sightseeing journey through Florence, the Cradle of Renaissance, hopping on and off across 2 routes with 20+ stops.

Revel in city views atop a double-decker, leveraging amenities like the multilingual audio guide, onboard assistance, and free Wi-Fi, with stops including the park of Villa Cora and Teatro Verdi.

Get skip-the-line access to Santa Croce Basilica, the world’s largest Franciscan church, housing artistic treasures from Late Middle Ages maestros.

Wander through the Pazzi Chapel, the Medici Chapel, and marvel at the Old Sacristy and Sala del Pozzo.

Did you know? The Basilica di Santa Croce is often termed the Temple of Italian Glories as it's the final resting place for notable figures such as Michelangelo and Galileo Galilei.

City Sightseeing: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Florence

24-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass

Access to 2 routes

Audio guide in 8 languages

Free Wi-Fi

Onboard assistance

Free 'Sightseeing' app with interactive map

Santa Croce Basilica Complex

Skip-the-line entry to Santa Croce Basilica

Access to cloisters, Pazzi Chapel, and Last Supper

Access to Medici Chapel, Old Sacristy, and Sala del Pozzo

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Joanne
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
It's so easy to see all the sights and to be able to hop off when you want to see more. We went up into a small village in the mountains had lunch and a wander round before getting the bus back to Florence it was magical the views were amazing!
Anabela
Oct 2025
Verified booking
3/5
There are many areas for improvement.#Some seats had bad audio. There weren't so many people so I was able to change, but if it's full it's a big problem. #Waited over an hour at one stop because I was two seconds late for a bus and the driver wouldn't open the door for me, the next bus was "reserved" so they wouldn't let me on. #not all the staff was friendly. #the directions on the app are not accurate. Several times I ended up waiting at places that were not stops. #I tried to phone before the inconvenience for help and the phone number listed on the page does not work.
Nancy
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
We booked tickets for Santa Croce at the last minute - about 30 minutes before walking in - while eating lunch in the area and knowing we had extra time to visit this church. So glad we visited! Beautiful, historic church featuring the graves of many famous Florentines. Plus, an important church for the city of Florence in an important civic neighborhood. Easy to purchase tickets, ready in time for our visit. Perfect last minute choice.
Lucie
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Very well organized! Friendly and courteous staff. In addition, the schedule is well followed. We did both tours (red and blue). Thank you for contributing to our wonderful visit to Florence.
Jeffrey
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The bus tour was great had multiple stops to get locations in Florence. Got to experience great parts of the country and basically get a whole days worth of transportation throughout the city for a low price.

Dive deep into the heart of Florence without breaking the bank with this exclusive combo, encompassing two quintessential Florentine experiences.

Florence Hop On Hop Off: Routes & Schedule

Explore Florence with a 24-hour bus pass from the comfort of an open-deck bus. Enjoy an 8-language audio guide and learn the city's history at your pace. Benefit from free Wi-Fi and on-demand assistance onboard.

Line A:

Immerse yourself in the city's Renaissance spirit. From artisan shops near Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral to the serene Villa Cora, cherish the city's essence.

Schedule

First bus from Santa Maria Novella Train Station: 9:20am.

Last bus: 6:30pm.

Frequency: Every 25 mins.

Popular Stops: Porta Romana, Teatro Verdi.

Line B:

Embark on a journey through Florence's artistic heart. Witness the beauty of San Domenico and capture panoramic shots at Piazzale Michelangelo.

Schedule

First bus from Galileo: 10:15am.

Last bus: 5:15pm.

Frequency: Every 60 mins.

Popular Stops: San Domenico, Piazzale Michelangelo.

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

Skip-the-Line Tickets to Santa Croce Basilica Complex

Unlock the artistic treasures of Santa Croce Basilica without waiting in long queues. Inside, you'll find masterpieces from different eras, including frescoes by Giotto and the awe-inspiring Crucifix by Cimabue. The Medici Chapel showcases Renaissance art, while the Sala del Pozzo boasts intricate architectural elements. Wander the quiet cloisters or pay homage at the tombs of luminaries like Michelangelo and Galileo Galilei.

Important Information

City Sightseeing: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Florence

The audio guide is available in English, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, French, German, Russian, and Portuguese.

Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Free WiFi.

Download the app ‘Sightseeing Experience’ to make the best use of the interactive map that shows you the position of the buses in real-time.

Santa Croce Basilica Complex

Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Restroom.

Guide dogs are allowed on this experience.

The audio guide is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian, and German.

Restrictions

Santa Croce Basilica Complex

Note that the following are not allowed on this tour: pets, food and beverages, smoking, flash photography, tripod, and large bags.

Strict Dress Code: It is required to wear clothing that covers the knees and shoulders. It is not allowed to wear shorts.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID. Students must show a valid student ID

Ticket Redemption Points

Skip-the-Line Tickets to Santa Croce Basilica Complex with Optional Audio Guide

Show your ticket at Basilica of Santa Croce.

Address: Piazza di Santa Croce, 16, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

Get Directions to the Redemption Point

City Sightseeing 24-Hr Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Florence

Display your mobile or paper voucher and hop on to the bus from any stop on the route. The driver will exchange it for the bus ticket.

You can board the bus at any designated stop. Check the map here.