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Combo (Save 5%): Florence Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Santa Croce Basilica Complex Tickets

4.4/5(685)

Anna S

Solo

Verified booking

3 days ago

If you are a huge fan of history and architectural beauty, that is where you should head out with Headout. The Basilica is magnificent. In fact, you can spend half of your day there either discovering the history in front of you, or simply finding some peace wandering about the complex. Thank you, Headout, for making this experience so magical

Paul G

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Great way to see the sights and get out at what takes your fancy. Two comprehensive circuits of the city, including up to Fiesole, which was nice. Just watch out as some of the earphone sockets do not work.

Breand J

Family

Verified booking

Jun 2026

Azzura was so knowledgeable, patient, and fun! My family learned a lot more than we would have on just a self-guided or audio tour. I cannot overstate how much we enjoyed it. Highly recommended.

Luna A

Couple

Verified booking

Jun 2026

A very enjoyable visit. The only downside was that we couldn't access part of the basilica—such as the chapel with Donatello's crucifix—for no apparent reason.

Jens I

Family

Verified booking

Jun 2026

Access to the basilica was quick and easy. Visitors were well spread out. The basilica itself was very impressive, thanks to its stained-glass windows, the paintings in the chapels, Galileo’s tomb, and the courtyard of the Order’s building.

Tim J

Couple

Verified booking

Jun 2026

Seeing Florence as it is from the street level. Architectural beauty, people, topography, traffic. It was great to hear about it's history via the audio headsets too. However traffic noise and delays did affect our enjoyment of the event.

Hop on and off across 2 routes and 25+ stops in Florence for 24 hours, with an 8-language audio guide included on every bus.

The Blue Line covers Florence's historic centre: Santa Croce, Piazzale Michelangelo, and the artisan streets near Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral.

The Red Line reaches hill towns like Fiesole, the Museo del Calcio, and quieter residential neighbourhoods along the riverbank — a different side of the city from the same ticket.

Skip the ticket counter at Basilica di Santa Croce and walk straight in. One ticket covers the basilica, all chapels, the cloisters, the crypt, and the Opera Museum — including the tombs of Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli.

The bus stops directly at Santa Croce. No separate transport to arrange, no second ticket to buy at the door.

Tip: If you visit Calcio Museum at stop #6 on Line B, you could learn all about the history of Italy's national football team!

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 (Italian, English, Spanish, French, German, Chinese, Russian, Portuguese)

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 and the Bardi, Peruzzi and Pazzi Chapels

Access to Medici Chapel, Old Sacristy, tombs, and the Refectory Museum

Live guide at Basilica Santa Croce

Audio guide at Basilica of Santa Croce

Hotel transfers

Meals

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Anna S
Solo
Verified booking
3 days ago
If you are a huge fan of history and architectural beauty, that is where you should head out with Headout. The Basilica is magnificent. In fact, you can spend half of your day there either discovering the history in front of you, or simply finding some peace wandering about the complex. Thank you, Headout, for making this experience so magical
Paul G
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Great way to see the sights and get out at what takes your fancy. Two comprehensive circuits of the city, including up to Fiesole, which was nice. Just watch out as some of the earphone sockets do not work.
Josephus S
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The tour was perfectly organized. The only issue was that the bus wasn't running that day, but we got our money back quickly and without any hassle. Headout handled everything perfectly.
Gasiglia G
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
I'm thrilled with Headout's organization! I received the tickets as agreed. The skip-the-line service was efficient and a must-have! Thank you 🙂
Shannon B
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
We were let in imeadiately. Everyone at the Accademia and Santa Croce basilica were so nice and helpful. Both venues were amazing.

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.

What to bring

Valid photo ID for entry to Basilica di Santa Croce

What's not allowed

Bulky luggage and large backpacks are not permitted on the hop-on hop-off buses

Bare shoulders and knees are not permitted inside Basilica di Santa Croce — the church is an active place of worship. Lightweight cover-ups are sufficient

Accessibility

Wheelchair users can board hop-on hop-off buses only on buses fitted with a footboard and dedicated wheelchair space. Only one wheelchair is permitted per bus at a time. Wheelchairs must be secured with safety belts and brakes locked while the bus is in motion

At Basilica di Santa Croce, wheelchair users and visitors with reduced mobility can enter via a ramp on the north side of the basilica at Largo Bargellini. A raised platform at the cloister exit onto Piazza Santa Croce serves as an additional access point. Admission for visitors with disabilities and one accompanying carer is free of charge and does not require advance booking

Note that the chapels in the transept, the Novitiate Corridor, and the Sacristy are on a raised level accessible only via steps and cannot be reached by wheelchair

Additional information

The Red Line of the hop-on hop-off tour operates on weekends only from 3 November 2025 to 31 March 2026. It runs daily on a limited schedule from 20 December 2025 to 6 January 2026. The Blue Line operates as normal throughout this period

Small and medium-sized pets are welcome on the hop-on hop-off buses, provided they are on a leash, muzzled, or in a carrier

An audio guide is available to rent inside Basilica di Santa Croce in five languages. This is not included in your ticket and is paid separately at the venue.