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

4.3/5(776)

Andrew M

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The meeting point was exactly where the tour details said it would be. We were checked off on the list and at the appointed time we met our guide. The guide was engaging and gave us some great insights to what we were looking at. We were able to hear everything she said because of the microphone/headset system that she/we were using. Once she had completed her part of the guided tour, we were free to do our own thing. Although it was busy, it didn't feel as busy as the Uffizi Galleries which was absolutely no fun. I would recommend this tour experience.

Sergio C

Group

Verified booking

Last week

There was no wait time, booking tickets online was easy, and the tickets were on the smartphone. Everything was fine. Beautiful church, with an audio guide available for €6 if you want (except at the end of the visit you have to go back to the entrance to pick up your ID, which you have to leave if you want to rent the audio guide — and in time before closing!).

Monika R

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The hop-on hop-off bus tour is always a great experience and gives you a good overview of the city. The subsequent visit to Santa Croce with the audio guide was very good and interesting. Highly recommended.

Elizabeth B

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Santa Croce is known as the Temple of Italian Glories ... many Italian greats are buried or memorialised here. Easy purchase, great communication, good value.

Maria G

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Being able to get tickets without much advance notice and, most importantly, not having any wait time at the entrance makes the experience much more enjoyable.

Chester M

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

It was an adventure. No idea where to get on the bus. Website useless. I called the phone number " our office is closed on Sunday". I am glad I didn't throw my phone on the pavement and stomp on it a dozen times. Once we were able to figure out a jump on location, the bus was clean, staff professional and we got to see Florence better than I thought possible. Make finding jump on spots easier to find, you have a great bus

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
Sergio C
Group
Verified booking
Last week
There was no wait time, booking tickets online was easy, and the tickets were on the smartphone. Everything was fine. Beautiful church, with an audio guide available for €6 if you want (except at the end of the visit you have to go back to the entrance to pick up your ID, which you have to leave if you want to rent the audio guide — and in time before closing!).
Roberto S
Family
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
It was really a huge help to be able to buy tickets with Headout!! On a very hot day in Florence, with a huge line in front of the Basilica of Santa Croce, being able to enter in just a few moments thanks to the skip-the-line access made the visit more pleasant and, above all, safe for my child as well. Fantastic experience! I won't do without it again.
Jorge C
Couple
Verified booking
Sep 2026
Fast, accurate, no lines. Easy to find with no hassle in the entrance. The QR code was right there in tha app so they read it right away at the entrance.
Andrew M
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The meeting point was exactly where the tour details said it would be. We were checked off on the list and at the appointed time we met our guide. The guide was engaging and gave us some great insights to what we were looking at. We were able to hear everything she said because of the microphone/headset system that she/we were using. Once she had completed her part of the guided tour, we were free to do our own thing. Although it was busy, it didn't feel as busy as the Uffizi Galleries which was absolutely no fun. I would recommend this tour experience.
Chester M
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
It was an adventure. No idea where to get on the bus. Website useless. I called the phone number " our office is closed on Sunday". I am glad I didn't throw my phone on the pavement and stomp on it a dozen times. Once we were able to figure out a jump on location, the bus was clean, staff professional and we got to see Florence better than I thought possible. Make finding jump on spots easier to find, you have a great bus

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.