Privérondleiding Bezoek de Santa Croce-basiliek en de oude lederen school in Florence
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Bezoek de Santa Croce Basilica in Florence, een prachtig gotisch architectonisch meesterwerk dat bekendstaat om zijn kleurrijke marmeren façade. De basiliek was ooit een heiligdom voor Franciscaanse monniken en herbergt opmerkelijke fresco's van Giotto en Agnolo Gaddi, samen met opmerkelijke werken van Donatello en de graven van beroemde figuren zoals Michelangelo en Galileo. Verken het Brunelleschi-klooster en de Pazzi-kapel, een voorbeeld van Renaissance-perfectie. Bezoek daarna een historische werkplaats waar ambachtslieden een 13e-eeuwse traditie van leerbewerking in stand houden en authentieke Florentijnse lederwaren produceren. Deze ervaring combineert kunst, geschiedenis en uitzonderlijk vakmanschap, waardoor het een must-visit is in Florence.
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Santa Croce Basilica is een meesterwerk van gotische architectuur met een façade bekleed met polychroom marmer. Dit is de oude kerk waarin de franciscaner monniken ervoor kozen om te beginnen met de behandeling van pelzen en leer en om in vrede te mediteren op een plaats die op dat moment buiten de stadsmuren lag. We bewonderen van dichtbij de prachtige fresco's van Giotto en Agnolo Gaddi, de 'Crucifix' en 'Annunciatie' van Donatello en de wereldberoemde grafmonumenten en graftombes van illustere figuren uit het verleden, zoals Michelangelo, Galileo en Machiavelli. Vervolgens gaan we naar het elegante "Brunelleschi-klooster" omzoomd door zuilen die uit pure steen zijn gehouwen, en gaan dan over in het veertiende-eeuwse "Oude Klooster" aan het einde waarvan de prachtige "Pazzi-kapel" ligt, een subliem voorbeeld van harmonie in de Renaissance. , ook het werk van Brunelleschi.
Na een bezoek aan de basiliek en kloostergangen, is er een kans om een workshop te bezoeken die teruggaat tot de 13e eeuw, toen de Franciscaanse monniken zich voor het eerst vestigden in dit gebied aan de oevers van de rivier de Arno. Hier werd de vroegste huid- en leerbewerkingsactiviteit gevestigd, waar de grote hoeveelheden water die nodig zijn voor leerbewerking vrij beschikbaar zijn. De Franciscaanse monniken van het Santa Croce-klooster wijdden hun inspanningen aan deze activiteit, en hun leerbewerkingstechnieken zijn door de eeuwen heen bewaard gebleven door de meesters die nog steeds werken in de prachtige oude ateliers aan de School of Leather (behalve op zaterdag en zondag) ), die u gaat bezoeken; een buitengewone renaissancewerkplaats naast de basiliek, waar geschiedenis, traditie en uitzonderlijke kwaliteit worden gecombineerd om authentiek Florentijns handwerk te produceren. Een echte 'top must see' geweldige plek.
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Our private tour with Lisa, our guide from Florence Pass, was exceptional in every way. She was very friendly and particularly knowledgeable about Santa Croce, its history and its art. Her English was excellent.
Good morning from Caf Tour & Travel, Dear Michael, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your private tour with Lisa. We truly value her professionalism, friendliness, and extensive knowledge, and we are glad that her passion for Florence’s history and art made your experience exceptional. Your kind words are the best reward for our work, and we will be sure to share your feedback with Lisa, who will be very happy to know she contributed to making your visit so memorable. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again soon on another tour to continue discovering the treasures of Florence with us. Our best regards
A truly spectacular guided tour of Santa Croce. Marta was an outstanding guide - she made art and history come to life. It was a fascinating window into Italian culture and the special place of Florence in the world of Western Art. Don’t miss this.
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful words! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your guided tour of Santa Croce with Marta. She will be so pleased to know that her passion and knowledge made the experience memorable for you. Florence truly has a unique place in art and history, and we’re glad you felt its magic during your visit. We hope to welcome you back for more discoveries in the future! Warm regards
Wonderful experience. Ilaria was a spectacular guide. She answered all of our questions and was very knowledgeable about the basilica, the school, and the entire city of Florence.
Good morning from Caf Tour & Travel, Dear Alex, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful feedback! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your visit to Santa Croce Basilica and the Ancient Leather School. We are especially pleased to know that Ilaria made your experience so memorable with her knowledge and attentiveness. Our guides take great pride in sharing the beauty and history of Florence, and your kind words will certainly make her proud. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you again on another of our tours in the future. Our best regards
Ilaria was an excellent guide! Very knowledgeable about the city and of the basilica and leather school. She was able to answer all of our questions and was delighted to do so. I highly recommend Ilaria!
Good morning from Caf Tour & Travel, Dear Alex, Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to read you enjoyed your private tour to Santa Croce Basilica and the Leather School. We are especially pleased to know that Ilaria made your experience so memorable with her knowledge, professionalism, and enthusiasm. She will be very happy to read your kind words. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we truly hope to welcome you again soon on another of our tours to let you discover even more of Florence’s treasures. Kind regards
Our walking tour of the Santa Croce Basilica with Marta was an unforgettable experience. As a Florence native with a degree in art restoration, she brought a unique and personal perspective to the tour. Her deep knowledge of the church’s history and artwork made every detail come alive. Marta also guided us through the on-site leather school, where we learned about traditional craftsmanship and purchased beautiful artisan leather goods. Her passion for Florence and its heritage was evident throughout the tour. A truly enriching and memorable experience.
Good afternoon from Caf Tour & Travel, Dear Juie, Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful review! We're truly grateful for your kind words and thrilled to know the visit to Santa Croce left such a memorable impression. Santa Croce is a treasure trove of history and beauty, but experiencing it with a guide can truly elevate the journey. A knowledgeable guide doesn’t just share facts—they bring emotion, context, and life to every corner of the Basilica. It’s this emotional connection, built through stories, passion, and personal insight, that turns a visit into an experience. Thank you again for choosing our tour and for sharing your thoughts—Florence and its heritage always have more to reveal, and I hope to welcome you back someday! Our best regards
Andrea was very passionate and knowledgeable of the history and art of the basilica. We will definitely recommend this tour to friends and family!
Good morning from Caf Tour & Travel, Dear Shelby, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the guided visit and that Andrea’s passion and knowledge made your experience special. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you and your friends or family again in the future! Best regards
We've been here multiple times and truly love Florence. As far as the Basilica's they are all excellent. We always got to the leather school but this time it seemed like it lacked much of what they use to have, leather bracelets and other goods they usually have in stock. I do know that the leather belts went from 45 Euro's to 60 which is pretty steep. I know the money goes to the school but abit steep. Hoping next time they have more items to choose from so we can purchase more!!!
Dear Customer, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and for your continued visits to Florence and the Santa Croce Basilica – we're truly honored to be part of your experiences. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the Basilica once again. Regarding the Leather School, we’re sorry to learn that this visit didn’t quite meet your expectations. The Leather School remains committed to quality craftsmanship and to supporting the tradition of artisanal work through student training. Occasionally, the variety of items may vary based on production schedules and available materials. As for pricing, increases sometimes reflect rising costs and continued support for the educational mission of the school. Warm regards,
Ilaria was very attentive and knowledgeable. She enhanced our tour tremendously! Your included personal tour of the leather school.
Good morning from Caf Tour & Travel, Dear Annette, Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear that Ilaria made your experience at the Santa Croce Basilica and the leather school so special. We strive to provide engaging and insightful tours, and it's wonderful to know Ilaria helped make your visit memorable. We hope to welcome you on another tour soon! Our best regards
Laura was great! Very knowledgeable and willing to answer all questions. Leather school NOT at all what we had hoped for. Thought we would be talking and involved with the school staff and skills
Good morning from Caf Tour & Travel, Dear Nancy, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We’re delighted to hear that Laura provided you with an engaging and informative tour of the historic Santa Croce Basilica. Our guides strive to enrich each visit by sharing in-depth knowledge and answering all questions. We regret to hear that the visit to the leather school did not meet your expectations. While customers typically enjoy the opportunity to observe the artisans at work, we appreciate your feedback. Thank you again, and we hope to welcome you back to explore even more of Florence’s rich culture and history! Best regards
Our guide was amazing and very knowledgeable. There wasn’t a question she couldn’t answer. Enjoyed the tour very much. I could never have understood what I was seeing to the depth she gave us.
Dear Deb, Thank you so much for your wonderful review of your private guided visit to Florence's Santa Croce Basilica and Ancient Leather School! We're thrilled to hear that you found our guide Tiziana to be knowledgeable and that she was able to enhance your understanding of the site. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we are delighted that you enjoyed the tour. We strive to provide insightful experiences for all our guests, and it’s rewarding to know we succeeded in doing so for you. We hope to welcome you back for more explorations in the future! Warm regards,
