Don't miss the ascent up to the Dome of Florence with its superb views, the interior of the Baptistry with its Bizantine golden mosaics, and the Dome Museum with original artworks by Donatello, Michelangelo and more. Book this tour now!

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Duration 2 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian
Small group: Limited to 8 participants

Highlights

Climb up the Brunelleschi Dome and skip the line
Enjoy the history of the whole Dome Monumental Complex and visit the cathedral from above
Be amazed by the golden Byzantine Mosaics of the Baptistery
See with your own eyes the original Paradise Doors inside the Museum
Dream in front of Michelangelo's Pietà Bandini

Full description

Florence is known for its unique Renaissance art and architecture. Tourists from around the world come to see the Santa Maria del Fiore Opera (Duomo Workshop), which is almost impossible to miss for those arriving into the city. In 1296, The Fabbriceria della Cattedrale di Firenze was founded by the Florentine Republic to oversee the construction of the Duomo and it is still responsible for its conservation today.

Meet your guide at the central door of the Cathedral of Florence. During this guided tour you will visit Baptistery and museum of Opera del Duomo, with the original Door of Paradise, the Magdalene by Donatello, the Pietà by Michelangelo, and many other Renaissance works.

Not only this, but you will also visit the Dome, without your guide. In this unforgettable place you will be able to see all of Florence and the surrounding countryside. From the inside of the Dome you can admire the frescoes by Vasari and the whole Cathedral Santa Maria del Fiore from the top. Don't miss these incredible views! After the tour, you can climb the Bell Tower on your own with the same ticket within 72 hours.

Includes

Guided tour of Dome
Baptistery and Opera del Duomo Museum
72 hour ticket validity to enter the Bell Tower

Not suitable for

People with heart problems

Covid-19 precautions

You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed

Safety measures in place

You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check

Meeting point

In front of the central door of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Piazza del Duomo, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy. The guide will have a sign with the tour name.

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Important information

What to bring

Passport or ID card
Comfortable shoes

Know before you go

Please note that the ascent to the Dome is 464 steps with no elevator
Your visit to the Dome will be accompanied by a professional guide
The ascent to the Bell Tower includes 414 steps with no elevator
Your visit to the Bell Tower is optional, and carried out on your own after the tour. You have 72 hours after the tour to visit the bell tower with the same ticket, no reservation needed
To access the Opera del Duomo Complex it is necessary to cover shoulders and legs
This tour does not provide discounts for children
This tour is not suitable for people who cannot climb the steps of the Dome (pregnant women, people with heart conditions, difficulty walking, etc.)

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.2 /5

based on 22 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.1/5
Value for money
3.5/5
Service
4.7/5
Organization
4.7/5

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The baptistry was being worked on so most of the inside was covered which was disappointing since it was the most elaborate building inside. The museum held some interesting pieces we likely wouldn’t have seen without the tour. Didn’t do the crypt portion as we’d been told there was little to see and headed to San Croce church instead. That was well worth admission.

October 21, 2019

Was well worth it. Took about 2.5 hours.

March 7, 2022

Guide was extremely knowledgeable and made the entire experience unforgettable

March 5, 2022

Florence Dome, Baptistery and Opera del Duomo Museum Tour

Florence Dome, Baptistery and Opera del Duomo Museum Tour

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