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Return to central Florence by the Ponte Vecchio and just after the bridge turn right onto the promenade along the Arno. After eight blocks turn left at the next bridge and then right again on Borgo Santa Croce.

Basilica Santa Croce

Home to the tombs of Michelangelo, Galileo, Machiavelli and many other notable Italians, Basilica Santa Croce is arguably Florence’s most beautiful worship space. Important Gaddi and Giotto frescoes adorn its ceilings and the adjacent Franciscan convent houses clothing and other relics of St Francis. A €6 admission fee allows entry during its 9.30am–5.00pm hours (Monday−Saturday; 1.00pm–5.00pm on Sunday). The basilica offers a credential stamp in its bookstore, just off the right side of the nave near the sacristy.

From the west side of Piazza Santa Croce follow the Stage 1 route, taking a right along Via Giuseppe Verdi and a left onto Via degli Alfani. Turn right in four long blocks onto Via Ricasoli and in a half block come to the Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo’s ‘David.’ Plan to make a reservation in advance, then arrive 30 minutes prior (www.uffizi.com).