Explore the Santa Maria Novella On A 3 Hour Tour
Highlights
Florence
art, architectural, historical
Group Tour
3 Hours
Easy
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
Languages
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
Description
Find out interesting facts about this famous church and square, Santa Maria Novella, which was the site of many celebrations and events in the past. It is the first great basilica and is the city's principal Dominican church. Inside the church, get a chance to discover varied masterpieces including Crucifix by Brunelleschi and Trinity by Masaccio.
Itinerary
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Santa Maria Novella Tour
Meet the Italian tour guide in front of Santa Maria Novella Church.
Begin in one of the most important and mythical squares in Florence - the square of Santa Maria Novella. The highlight of the tour is the attractive church of Santa Maria Novella, with a facade made by Leon Battista Alberti. The church has a strong Gothic style predominance as well that perfectly reflects renaissance, thus a balance of both styles and harmony and the ideals of humanist architecture.
Discover the inside the church which was inspired by Classical Era and era of Greek and Roman times and see it's inspiring masterpieces: Crucifix by Brunelleschi and another by Giotto (the most important Florentine artist ever), Trinity by Masaccio, Ghirlandaio's frescoes on the Tardibuoni's chapel, etc.
Continue to explore ancient smells and recipes in one of the oldest pharmacies in the world.Passing through an old doorway, come back in the times of 1300, a period of magnificence and richness. The first room is full of bright sweet perfumes tickling noses. Among the most popular renewed pharmaceutical products, the most interesting ones are Santa Maria Novella's water. In ancient times it was called Anthysterical water, the Medici's elixir and the red liquor Alkermes.
What's Included
Know Before You Go
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
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