Basilica of Santa Maria Novella Tickets + Audio Guide

Delve into the history of one of the most emblematic churches in Florence! With these tickets to the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella, you'll be able to explore this fascinating temple and its cloisters at your own pace with an audio guide in English.

Ticket Details

When you arrive at the Piazza Stazione, just behind the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella, tickets and the audio guide in English will be provided. From that moment on, you can explore this impressive architectural complex of Florence at your own pace. Ready to discover one of the symbols of the capital of Tuscany?

Inside, you'll uncover the secrets of the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella, a true jewel of Florentine Gothic and Renaissance art. Its construction began in the 13th century and was completed with the spectacular façade designed by the renowned architect Leon Battista Alberti in the 15th century, marking it as a landmark of Renaissance architecture. This temple serves not only as a place of worship but also as a veritable museum.

Within its walls, admire masterpieces that marked a turning point in the history of art. Experience Masaccio's impressive Holy Trinity, regarded as one of the first works to utilize linear perspective.

Enjoy the frescoes by Domenico Ghirlandaio in the Tornabuoni Chapel, depicting the life of the Virgin and Saint John the Baptist with astonishing realism. Another highlight is Brunelleschi's Crucifix, showcasing his sculptural genius.

The visit also includes access to the cloisters, such as the Green Cloister, famous for its frescoes by Paolo Uccello, and the Cloister of the Dead, which evokes the early history of the convent. Explore the Chapel of the Spaniards, featuring a cycle of frescoes that narrate the story of the Dominican order. You'll be fascinated!