Guided Tours

Florence Cathedral Guided Tour with Optional Dome & Bell Tower Climb

Tour guide with group at Florence Duomo, ready for optional Cupola Climb, Florence, Italy.

Tour group with guide outside Florence Cathedral, Italy.

Group of tourists on a guided tour of Florence Duomo, preparing for the optional Cupola Climb, with the magnificent cathedral in the background

Visitors climbing Brunelleschi's Dome at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence, Italy.

Learn about the fascinating architecture of Florence Cathedral, and add on access to Giotto's Bell Tower and Brunelleschi's Dome if you desire!

Highlights

Explore Florence's Cathedral Square with a guided tour, gaining expert insights on the Cathedral, Baptistery, and Opera Museum.
In the language of your choice, delve into the marble façade and ornate frescoes of Florence Cathedral.
After your tour, get the freedom to self-explore, and even climb Brunelleschi's Dome and Giotto's Bell Tower if you choose the right ticket option.
Elevate your visit with a 1-hour walking tour of Florence’s most iconic sites.
Fun fact: Beneath the dome, you will find a stunning Italian Renaissance fresco by Giorgio Vasari, The Last Judgment.

Inclusions

Guided tour of the Florence Cathedral Complex with entry
Access to Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, 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)
1-hour walking tour of Florence (as per option selected)

Exclusions

Access to the Secret Terraces

cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Ruth

5/5

Jan, 2025

The guide was very good and explained things very well. Her speech was clear and she explained things a different way if one of us looked confused. There was only 4 people on the tour so it was great.

Marco

5/5

Jan, 2025

Excellent our guide, nice and precise ... also appreciated the "surprise" of having a complete pass for all the accesses of the basilica complex .

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Stefania

4/5

Dec, 2024

The visit to the dome and the guide were more than satisfactory. Unfortunately, when booking the package , the visit to the dome was clearly indicated. Unfortunately, only after making the payment, which was NOT revocable, a message appeared that the ascent to the dome was not included. I therefore find the booking service unsatisfactory and frankly will not use your Service again.

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Domenico

5/5

Dec, 2024

Outstanding guide , really very knowledgeable . Although in a fairly short time and not being my first visit to Florence , he was able to provide me with a lot of information , that I was absolutely unfamiliar with , and I would add in a way that was also not boring and absolutely non-trivial . Excellent experience .

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Michelle

4/5

Dec, 2024

Our tour guide gave us wonderful information about the structure, the history and along the way we took breaks to take in different art work and structural work. The views from on top were amazing! The steps can be narrow and uneven but take your time it's worth the view. Plus the ticket gets you to the other events in the area, well worth it.

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Your experience

Faith, history, art

The Duomo Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a unique and rich blend of faith, history, and art. Explore the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, one of the most ancient churches in Florence. Dive into the knowledge of the expert guide to discover what makes this place so inimitable and unique.

Climbing the Cupola

At the end of the tour, your guide will lead you to the entrance of the Cupola. From here, you can climb to the top and discover it at your leisure. Halfway through your journey to the top, you will get to see the magnificent arched fresco of The Last Judgement by Giorgio Vasari. The vivid imagery replete with realism will not fail to leave a mark on you. The end of your journey will be rewarded by the breathtaking 360-degree panorama of Florence.

Know before you go

What's not allowed

Strict dress code: Clothing that covers 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, and Santa Reparata for easy access.
The Dome and Bell Tower are not accessible by wheelchair and not recommended for guests with mobility issues, back problems, or heart conditions.
Guide dogs (with relevant certification) are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

Giotto's Bell Tower is closed for maintenance work from 17 to 21 February, 2025.
There are a whopping 463 steps to the top of the Dome and 414 steps to the top of Giotto's Bell Tower, with no elevator access. Are you up for the challenge?
Dome access is so exclusive, even guides can't get in. Yep, you read that right! Dome access is just for the privileged few, so you'll be unaccompanied for that part of the tour.
Baptistery: Please note that the Baptistery's vault mosaics are currently under restoration and are not visible. The Baptistery closes at 2pm every first Sunday of the month.
Opera del Duomo Museum: The museum is closed every first Tuesday of the month.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

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