Wealth and Poverty, Bankers and Saints

The alluring, never-ending intertweave of money, beauty and fame

In the Basilica of Santa Croce, St. Francis’s message lives side by side with the depiction of the power and wealth of Florence’s leading families thanks to their patronage of great artists. Through the masterpieces present in Santa Croce, we discover how money, beauty and devotion have managed here to find a unique form of common ground.

How to participate

The visit is free and can be booked online on our website together with the entrance ticket, which is free for residents of the Municipality of Florence. Reservation is mandatory and will be available soon.