Guide to exploring Piazza del Duomo, Florence

Access all 5 monuments in Florence’s UNESCO-listed complex, complete with the legendary dome climb and an immersive audio guide.

• Everything you get: Climb Brunelleschi’s Dome at your chosen time slot for sweeping views and a close look at Vasari’s frescoes. Within the next 72 hours, explore the grand interiors of Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, the mosaics in the Baptistery, and enjoy a second city view from Giotto’s Bell Tower. Visit the Opera del Duomo Museum, home to Michelangelo’s Pietà, all with an audio guide in English, Spanish, German, or Italian.
• Why choose this: With timed entry, you step in without long waits, while the 3-day validity lets you explore the Complex at your own pace for the right mix of structure and flexibility. Add a multilingual audio guide, and you’ll catch every key highlight and story along the way.
• Upgrades: Enrich your visit with an expert-led tour of the Duomo Complex, uncovering the artistry and engineering brilliance behind its monuments. Or choose an exclusive tour of the hard-to-access Secret Terraces, complete with legends of Brunelleschi’s rivalry with Ghiberti.

Inclusions #

• Timed-entry to Brunelleschi's dome

• Entry to Florence Duomo, Giotto's Bell Tower, Opera del Duomo Museum, St. John’s Baptistery, and Santa Reparata Crypt

• Audio guide in German, English, French, Italian, and Spanish

• English-guided tour of the Cathedral and Secret Terraces (as per option selected)

• English-guided tour of the Cathedral exteriors, Baptistery, & Opera Museum (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Live guide

• Hotel transfers

What to bring

• Please carry a valid ID to show at the entrance.

What's not allowed

• Pets, unless they're service animals
• Photography is allowed, but without flash. Tripods are forbidden inside the Cathedral complex.

Accessibility

• The Dome, Bell Tower, and Secret Terraces access involves steep, narrow stairs and is not suitable for wheelchair users or people with limited mobility.

Additional information

• Your entry to the other Duomo Complex sites remains valid for 3 days from your timed Dome climb.
• Remember to dress modestly, with shoulders and knees covered for your Cathedral and Baptistery visit.
• Please note that guards may occasionally limit the time spent inside the Bell Tower to help manage crowd flow.

Discover the world’s third-largest church at your own pace, with an audio guide unpacking its grand scale, symbols, and long-kept secrets.

• Everything you get: Experience the world-famous Florence Duomo at your own pace. Stand beneath Vasari’s frescoed dome, take in the stained-glass glow, and behold Uccello’s still-ticking clock, as you hear commentary from your audio guide on the Last Judgment scenes, the saints and guild symbols in the glass, and the clever medieval mechanics you’d otherwise miss.
• Why choose this: Cathedral entry is free, but the audio guide adds the context that matters, turning a simple walkthrough into meaningful exploration at a budget-friendly price.
• Upgrades: Enhance your visit with a Brunelleschi’s dome climb for sweeping views of Florentine skyline, or an express guided tour for a quick yet enriching and interactive visit.

Inclusions #

• Free entry to Florence Cathedral

• Audio guide in Chinese, German, English, French, Italian, and Spanish

• Brunelleschi dome access (as per option selected)

• Express guided tour of the Cathedral in English (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Access to the Baptistery, Crypt, Bell Tower, and Museum

• Live guide

• Hotel transfers

What to bring

• Headphones and a fully charged smartphone with the downloaded audio guide.

What’s not allowed

• Large bags and backpacks are not allowed inside the Complex. Please remember that there are no cloakrooms at the site.
• Flash photography, tripods, filming equipment, food, and drinks are not permitted inside the Cathedral.
• Pets (except service animals) are also prohibited.
• Children under the age of 7 are not allowed to climb the Dome or the Bell Tower. Those between the age of 7-14 must be accompanied by an adult.

Accessibility

• An accessible entrance is located on the right side of the Cathedral for guests with motor disabilities. The dome climb is not suitable for wheelchair users or people with motor disabilities.

Additional Information

• The ticket fee is only for the audio guide, since Cathedral entry is free.
• The Cathedral is open to visitors from Monday to Saturday, 10:15am to 3:45pm. It remains closed on Sundays and during religious celebrations.
• Entry is subject to a security check and dress code compliance (knees and shoulders must be covered. Sleeveless tops, short, and other revealing clothing are forbidden).
• Download the audio guide to your phone before your visit. Mobile network access may be limited inside the Cathedral.
• The complex’s staircases are narrow and steep, expect a physically demanding climb.

From Florence’s medieval epicenter to its rarest Renaissance treasures, secure all high-demand access with insightful audio guide.

• Everything you get at Florence Duomo: Climb Brunelleschi’s Dome at your chosen time for 360° views of Florence. Hear stories of the cupola’s engineering, the Bell Tower’s Gothic details, the Baptistery’s famous bronze doors, and Opera Museum’s sculptures from an audio guide. After your Dome visit, explore the rest of the Complex anytime within 3 days.
• Everything you get at Accademia Gallery: Enter the gallery at your reserved time to explore its halls with commentary from an audio guide. See Michelangelo’s genius from the chiseled Prisoners to David’s perfection, with 15th-century artworks at the Hall of the Colossus.
• Everything you get at Uffizi Gallery: Bypass crowds to enter the symbol of Medici authority at your scheduled slot. Explore the symbolism of Botticelli’s Birth of Venus, Da Vinci’s Annunciation, and Michelangelo’s Doni Tondo, all with an audio guide at your leisure.
• Why choose this combo: This is the most hassle-free way to access top Florence sites, falling just a km apart on the same day or separate days, along with saving up to 3 hours of total queuing time overall with timed-entry at each site.

Inclusions #

Florence Duomo

• Timed-entry to Brunelleschi's dome

• Entry to Florence Duomo, Giotto's Bell Tower, Opera del Duomo Museum, St. John’s Baptistery, and Santa Reparata Crypt

• Audio guide in Chinese, German, English, French, Italian, and Spanish

Uffizi Gallery

• Timed entry to Uffizi Gallery

• Audio guide in English, Chinese, German, French, Spanish, and Italian

Accademia Gallery

• Priority entry to Accademia Gallery

• Audio guide in English, French, Italian, Spanish, German & Chinese

What to bring

• A valid photo ID matching the ticket name.
• Carry headphones for a seamless audio guide experience.

What's not allowed

• Large bags, backpacks, and umbrellas must be left in the free cloakroom near the entrances of Accademia and Uffizi Galleries. Please note there’s no cloakroom at Florence Duomo.
• Flash photography, outside food and drink, drones, and pets (except service animals with advance notice) are not allowed at any of the three sites.

Accessibility

• Both the Uffizi and Accademia Galleries are wheelchair and stroller accessible, with facilities to accommodate visitors with mobility needs.
• An accessible entrance is located on the right side of the Florence Duomo for guests with motor disabilities. The dome climb is not suitable for wheelchair users or people with motor disabilities.

Additional information

• No re-entry is allowed once you exit either gallery.
• On the first Sunday of every month, the Uffizi offers free entry during normal opening hours.
• Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at the Accademia.
• The Florence Duomo is open from Monday to Saturday between 10:15am and 3:45pm, and closed on Sundays and during religious celebrations.

What's not allowed

• Strict dress code: Clothing must cover the knees and shoulders. Sandals/flip-flops, hats, and sunglasses must be removed before entry.
• Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography is a no-go inside the venue.
• Leave your luggage and backpacks behind. Only small bags are allowed inside the museum.

Accessibility

• Ramps are available at the Museum, Cathedral, Baptistry for easy access.
• The Dome and terrace climb is not accessible by wheelchair. Guests with mobility issues, back problems, or heart conditions are also not advised to undertake the ascent.
• Guide dogs (with relevant certification) are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

• Please note that in certain cases, this experience is unavailable for children aged 0 to 7 years.
• Children aged 8 to 17 years must be accompanied by an adult.

Inclusions #

• English guided tour of the Cathedral and Secret Terraces

• Access to the Baptistery of St. John, Cathedral and Opera del Duomo Museum

• Brunelleschi’s Dome climb (as per option selected)

• Giotto’s Bell Tower climb (as per option selected)

• Group of up to 10 or 15 guests (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Hotel transfers

What to bring

• A valid photo ID is required to collect your entry pass and audio devices (if applicable).

What’s not allowed

• Please note that entry is subject to a dress code. Shoulders and knees must be covered, and sandals, hats, or sunglasses are not permitted inside.
• Flash photography is prohibited inside all monuments.
• Large bags and backpacks are not allowed inside the Complex. Please remember that there are no cloakrooms at the site.

Accessibility

• Ramps available at the Cathedral, Baptistery, Museum, and Santa Reparata.
• Dome and Bell Tower are not wheelchair accessible and are not recommended for visitors with limited mobility, heart, or back issues.
• Certified guide dogs are allowed in all accessible areas.

Additional information

• The Dome has 463 steps, and Giotto’s Bell Tower has 414, no elevators are available.
• Dome and Bell Tower entries are self-guided.
• Children under the age of 7 are not allowed to climb the Dome or the Bell Tower. Those between the ages of 7-14 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Baptistery’s mosaic vaults are under restoration and not visible; it closes at 2pm on the first Sunday of each month.
• The Opera del Duomo Museum is closed on the first Tuesday of every month.

Inclusions #

• Guided tour of Florence Duomo, the Crypt of Santa Reparata, Opera del Duomo Museum, & St. John's Baptistery

• Expert English, Italian, German, Spanish or French-speaking guide (as per option selected)

• Access to Giotto's Bell Tower (as per option selected)

• Access to Brunelleschi's Dome (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Access to the Secret Terraces

Trace the stories of Renaissance Florence as you move from lively piazzas to sacred spaces — with expert commentary that connects it all.

• Everything you get: Uncover the city’s rich tapestry of Renaissance art, political intrigue, and architectural splendor with a local expert. From the bustling Piazza della Signoria to the magnificent Cathedral complex, immerse yourself in history shaped by the Medici and Michelangelo alike. Then, tour the Cathedral complex and enter the Cathedral to gain engaging insights into its art and architecture.
• Why choose this: With the same expert guide for both the city tour and Cathedral visit, you’ll enjoy a seamless experience that connects Florence’s art, history, and architecture. Moreover, your guide speaks your language. Choose among English, Spanish, French, or German options.
• Upgrades: For superior panoramic views of the Florence skyline, add a Giotto Bell Tower or Brunelleschi dome climbs.

Inclusions #

• Guided tour of Florence city centre

• Guided tour of Florence Cathedral with skip-the-line entry

• English, French, Spanish, or German guided walking tour with bell tower climb (as per option selected)

• Giotto's Bell Tower climb (as per option selected)

• Brunelleschi's dome climb (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Access to the Secret Terraces

Join a private guided tour and skip long queues to access Brunelleschi’s Dome in Florence.

• Get skip-the-line access to Brunelleschi’s Dome and admire its architecture and panoramic city views during this 1.5-hour tour.
• Explore the Dome’s brilliant architecture and learn about Filippo Brunelleschi’s innovative techniques from an expert local guide.
• Admire intricate frescoes by Vasari and Zuccari, depicting The Last Judgement, as you climb the narrow winding staircases of the Dome.
• Climb to the top of Brunelleschi’s Dome for unparalleled views of Florence’s iconic skyline.
• This tour includes tickets for the whole Duomo Complex: Cathedral, Baptistery of St. John, Giotto’s Bell Tower, Opera del Duomo Museum, and Brunelleschi’s Dome.

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• The guide will only give information during the climb and visit to Brunelleschi’s Dome.
• Your ticket lets you access all other sites within the Duomo Complex for 72 hours, which you can explore on your own after the tour.
• The tour is not accessible to people with disabilities, wheelchairs, and mobility issues.

Inclusions #

• Private tour of Brunelleschi’s Dome with skip-the-line entry

• Professional local guide

• 72-hour access to all the sites within the Duomo Complex, which you can visit independently after the tour.

• Radio headsets for groups larger than 6 people

Exclusions #

• Pick Up / Drop Off

• Food And Drinks

• Guided tour of the rest of the complex except climbing Brunelleschi's Dome

Inclusions #

• Skip-the-line entry to Accademia Gallery

• Skip-the-line entry to Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral

• Access to Opera del Duomo Museum, Baptistery of San Giovanni & Crypt of Santa Reparata (valid for 72 hours)

• Special access to the cathedral terraces

• Skip-the-line access to the Brunelleschi Dome

• Expert English-speaking guide

• Headsets (when needed)

• Small group tour of 18

Exclusions #

• Entry to the Baptistery

Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points. You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Hop-on hop-off tour - Line A: Blue Line

• First bus: 9:20am from Largo Alinari
• Last bus: 4:40pm from Largo Alinari
• Frequency: Every 40 mins on weekends and every 75 mins on weekdays
• Popular stops: Porta Romana, Piazzale Michelangelo, Donatello

Hop-on hop-off tour - Line B - Red Line

• First bus: 11:15am from Piazzale Galileo
• Last bus: 3:15pm from Piazzale Galileo
• Frequency: Every 120 mins
• Popular stops: Fiesole, Museo Del Calcio, San Domenico

Inclusions #

Florence Hop-on Hop-off

• 24/48/72-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour

• Access to Red and Blue Routes

• Audio guide in Italian, English, Spanish, Chinese, French, German, Russian & Portuguese

• Free Wi-Fi

• Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Florence Cathedral

• 30-minute guided tour of Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral

• Expert English-speaking guide

Exclusions #

Florence Cathedral

• Access to the Crypt of Santa Reparata, Opera del Duomo Museum, & St. John's Baptistery

• Access to Giotto's Bell Tower

• Access to Brunelleschi's Dome

• Access to the Secret Terraces

What’s not allowed

Florence Cathedral

• Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography is a no-go inside the venue.
• Leave your luggage and backpacks behind. Only small bags are allowed inside the museum.

Accessibility

Florence Hop-on Hop-off

• These buses are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• Wheelchairs cannot be larger than 70cm wide, 120cm long, and 135cm high. You can contact the operator if your wheelchair exceeds these measurements, and they will assist you.

Florence Cathedral

• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Ramps are available at the Cathedral for easy access.
• Guide dogs (with relevant certification) are welcome at the venue.

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Additional information

Florence Hop-on Hop-off

• Small and medium-sized pets in leashes, muzzles, and pet carriers are allowed onboard.

Florence Cathedral

• Please make sure to wear clothing that covers the knees and shoulders. Sandals/flip-flops, hats, and sunglasses must be removed before entry.

Inclusions #

• Walking tour of the Florence Historic Center
• Expert local guide
• Skip-the-line entry to Accademia Gallery
• Skip-the-line entry to Uffizi Gallery
• Visit the outside of the Florence Duomo
• Small group tour

Exclusions #

• Entry to Brunelleschi's Dome
• Entry to Giotto's Bell Tower
• Entry to Opera del Duomo Museum & Baptistery
• Entry to the Secret Terraces