Guided Tours

Florence Cathedral Express Guided Tour

Name: Florence Cathedral Express Guided Tour
Start: 2024-11-14T12:00:00
End: 2024-11-14T12:30:00
Location: Florence

Florence Duomo Express Guided Tour group standing in front of the magnificent cathedral under a clear blue sky

Florence Cathedral exterior with tourists on guided tour.

Florence Duomo Express Guided Tour showcasing a group of tourists admiring the stunning architecture of the cathedral

Florence Duomo Express Guided Tour showcasing the stunning view of the Cupola of Duomo in Florence, Italy

Admire the incredible beauty of Florence's Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore on this short and sweet guided tour.

Highlights

Bypass queues at the famous Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral and soak in the beauty of its 13th-century Gothic architecture.
Admire its iconic walls and artwork up-close as your expert guide tells you fascinating tales, anecdotes, and more. Try the audio guide app for further insights to Duomo Complex.
Watch out for Brunelleschi’s dome, and the enormous fresco under it painted by Giorgio Vasari and Federico Zuccari — The Last Judgement.
Upgrade your tickets to visit the Museum of Misericordia on your own time. See works by artists like Santi di Tito, Giovanni Antonio Sogliani, Dono Doni, and more.
Fun fact: Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral features two domes. One on the outside and one on the inside, made of marble and sandstone with narrow stairs connecting the two.

Inclusions

Guided tour of Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral
Expert English, Spanish, or Italian-speaking guide (as per option selected)
Entry to the Museum of Misericordia (if selected)
Audio guide app in English, French, Italian, Spanish, German, Russian, Japanese, & Chinese (if selected)

Exclusions

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

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

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Melinda

5/5

Oct, 2024

Friendly and knowledgeable guide who really made the experience worthwhile. It's also great to be able to skip the long lines and just get into the cathedral!

Peta

5/5

Oct, 2024

Excellent tour. Easy to find meeting place and no queuing which was great as there were hundreds of people waiting to get in. We'll worth the money as you learn things you would never know about if you weren't told. Didn't catch the lovely guides name but she was delightful and incredibly well informed. I would never now go to an attraction without pre-booking. Thank you!

Althea

4/5

Oct, 2024

Ticket etc was fine, the audio didn't work for some people so it was difficult for the guide She managed really well and was great.

Kathy

5/5

Oct, 2024

Very knowledgeable tour guide. Be we learned so much in a short amount of time and then had as much time as we wanted to investigate on our own.

Valeria

5/5

Oct, 2024

We visited the Florence Cathedral on Monday, October 7. Our guide was really very knowledgeable and explained very clearly the historical and cultural context of the city at all stages of construction. Pleasant and interesting visit. Unfortunately, we did not have a ticket for the bell tower, the dome and the Baptistery. Reason to return.

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Your experience

Explore a revered complex

Step into the awe-inspiring Piazza del Duomo of Florence. Its crowning glory, Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, is a treasure trove of artistic wonders. In just 30 to 45 minutes, marvel at the three elegant naves, adorned with masterpieces like Bandinelli's marble choir and stunning stained-glass windows by Donatello, Ghiberti, and Andrea del Castagno!

Walk on a mesmerizing carpet of polychrome marbles and gaze up at Vasari's frescoed interior of the colossal Dome, a true marvel of Renaissance architecture. Choose between 3 languages for your guided tour.

Ticket upgrades

Don't forget to visit the Museo della Misericordia next to the Cathedral, where you can admire works by renowned artists like Santi di Tito and Benedetto da Maiano. Enjoy the breathtaking view of the Cathedral Square and its monuments from the museum's 4th floor, capturing memorable photos.

Immerse yourself in the history of the entire Duomo Monumental Complex using the multilingual app, which takes you through the history of the Cathedral, Brunelleschi's Dome, the Giotto Bell Tower, and the Baptistery.

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

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.

My tickets

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