BASILICA OF SANTA MARIA NOVELLA (BASILICA DI SANTA MARIA NOVELLA)

Tour through Florence's historic centre by an electric golf cart and get transported back to the Renaissance period. Listen to an audio guide to get acquainted with all the famous areas and monuments you’ll see. Getting started Your voucher will be emailed to you right away—just show it on your phone with a valid photo ID. Be sure to arrive 15 minutes early to keep things running smoothly. Meet your guide in front of the Accord Office. What to expect Explore the bustling Porcellino Market and Piazza Signoria. Pass by the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella – the first great basilica in Florence – and the classical Duomo complex. This cathedral complex is one of the most popular attractions in the world. Enjoy the lively Piazza Ognissanti and San Firenze Square, Signoria Square and the house of Dante Alighieri. Drive across the River Arno on the Santa Trinita Bridge to visit the Pitti Palace and the Ponte Vecchio. Continue to the Ponte Alle Grazie which was reconstructed after being devastated during WWII. In the end, you’ll be treated to a gorgeous view of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo. Features San Firenze Square – A charming Baroque square featuring the former San Firenze complex, now a courthouse and cultural center. Signoria Square – The political heart of Florence, home to Palazzo Vecchio and iconic statues like Perseus with the Head of Medusa. Dante Alighieri House – A museum dedicated to the life and works of Italy’s greatest poet, located near his supposed birthplace. Duomo Square – The breathtaking centerpiece of Florence, featuring the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and the Baptistery. Santa Maria Novella Church – A stunning Gothic-Renaissance church known for its striking façade and masterpieces by Masaccio and Ghirlandaio. Pitti Square – The grand entrance to the Pitti Palace, once the residence of the Medici, now housing several renowned museums. Ponte Vecchio (Old Bridge) – Florence’s most famous bridge, lined with historic goldsmith shops and offering picturesque river views. Basilica di San Miniato al Monte – A Romanesque masterpiece perched above the city, known for its intricate marble façade and panoramic views. Piazzale Michelangelo – A scenic terrace offering breathtaking views of Florence, with a bronze replica of Michelangelo’s David.