Is Basilica of Santa Croce under scaffolding?
Yes, it should look like the photo.
Short answer: As of 2 Nov 2026, Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence is clear of scaffolding, with no works or closures reported.
No scaffolding, closure or major works found in official notices or news when we last checked. Small cleaning jobs and short closures can still happen.
Current status
- Status
- Clear
- Last checked
- 2 Nov 2026
Latest visitor photo
No dated visitor photo yet.
Visiting Basilica of Santa Croce
Book skip-the-line entry or a guided visit, and check the official site the week you travel.
Other landmarks in Florence
Giotto's CampanileFull-height scaffolding was completed on 1 October 2026 for the first complete restoration in the tower's history. The climb and rooftop…Covered
Baptistery of St. JohnNo works reportedClear
Boboli GardensNo works reportedClear
Brunelleschi's DomeNo works reportedClear
Florence Cathedral (Duomo)The cathedral itself is clear, but its bell tower next door is fully scaffolded, so most piazza photos now include it.Clear
Galleria dell'Accademia (David)No works reportedClear
Palazzo VecchioNo works reportedClear- Piazzale MichelangeloNo works reportedClear
Pitti PalaceNo works reportedClear
Ponte VecchioNo works reportedClear
Uffizi GalleryNo works reportedClear
Questions
Is Basilica of Santa Croce under scaffolding or closed?
Yes, it should look like the photo. No scaffolding, closure or major works found in official notices or news when we last checked. Small cleaning jobs and short closures can still happen.
Are any works planned at Basilica of Santa Croce?
No works are announced at Basilica of Santa Croce as far as we know. We last checked on 2 Nov 2026.
What can I visit instead of Basilica of Santa Croce?
Brunelleschi's Dome climb in Florence is a good alternative that is open.
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