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Combo (Save 5%): 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.

Open today

9:30am - 5:30pm

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

4.3/5(621)

Breand J

Family

Verified booking

6 days ago

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.

Jens I

Family

Verified booking

6 days ago

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

Last week

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.

Sally B

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Skipping the line at the Accademia Gallery is the only way to go. The statue of David is magnicifient. It really is a must see. Gayla was an excellent tour guide. We enjoyed taking the Line B route and going to see Fiesole. Buses can great crowded at the main pick up spot.

B.c. Van O

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

On the buses, information about the city’s most interesting buildings and history is provided in 13 languages via complimentary earbuds. The buses are of excellent quality and run right on time. The staff is friendly and helpful

William O

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

The passion of our guide ( francesca?). Passion for michselangelo for her Town florence.and gor the David statue. Ive visited several times over thecyears however I have a much greater feel for the statue tonight. Liam

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
Jens I
Family
Verified booking
6 days ago
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
Last week
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.
Breand J
Family
Verified booking
6 days ago
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.
Marta M
Couple
Verified booking
Today
Everything went smoothly; quick entry. It's worth a visit. Ticket purchase and delivery were quick. No problems.
Iulian M
Solo
Verified booking
May 2026
Booking was easy, and we got in without any problems. Good communication with Headout. There’s a wide variety of activities to choose from. Thank you!

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.