Santi Apostoli — Attraction in Florence

Don’t miss this beautiful little church. Look for the little coin. Box to the left once you enter the church €1 will light up the church for a few minutes. Note the beautiful wooden vaulted ceiling and Della Robbia altarpiece.

Disability Note: enter from Lugarno degli Acciaiuoli this is a level easy road, there is a narrow passageway towards the church. Note: There are 2 steps down into the courtyard to enter the church. I suggest taking a little folding chair from inside the church and placing that at the bottom of the two steps. Hopefully your caregiver can assist descending the 2 steps (and back up once you’re done). Once you are facing the church there is a little door to the right which when opened from inside provides entry with a very small 3” step. If you are mobile enough to manage the 2 steps the visit is worthwhile. If you cannot manage the steps this is inaccessible. No information about toilet, accessible or otherwise but very doubtful, though there are lots of cafes along the Arno which should...

We had the most beautiful experience at Santi Apostoli Church in Florence, where our son was baptized. The church itself is breathtaking—full of history, charm, and sacred beauty—but what truly made the day unforgettable was Father Nicola. He is incredibly kind, welcoming, and genuine. From the moment we met him, he made us feel special, accepted, and deeply loved.

Father Nicola went above and beyond to ensure that our son’s baptism was a meaningful and joyful celebration. His warmth and sincerity touched all of us, and he truly made it a day we will always treasure.

If you’re ever in Florence and looking for a spiritual experience or a sacred place to celebrate a special moment, we can’t recommend Santi Apostoli and Father...

For English speaking Catholic tourists to Firenze, this small and intimate Church offers a Sunday service in English. Although this Ancient Church, built by Charlemagne and is of architectural significance as it inspired Brunelleschi, serves humbly as a Parish centre for a local Italian community too, most of the Italian speaking priests also speak enough English and can administer this vital healing sacrament of confession for English speakers too at other times, no doubt other Latin languages. It is internally adorned superbly with inspiring artworks as are many Florentine Churches. I found it most helpful...