Climb Florence Duomo: Dome and Cathedral Tour

Recommended by 92% of travelers

Florence, Italy

1 hour (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Climb the dome of Florence Duomo, and enjoy access to its bell tower on this small-group tour with skip-the-line admission. Also known as Brunelleschi's Dome, the orange-brick cupola of the cathedral is an iconic Florence sight, high above the rooftops of the city. Gaze out at the panoramas when you reach the dome (after 463 steps), and listen to fun facts about the cathedral and the city from a local guide.

Small-group Florence Duomo dome tour with museum entry
Hear the history of the striking cathedral from a guide
Admire Giorgio Vasari's fresco of The Last Judgement
Visit the bell tower in your own time

What's Included

Local certified Guide
Fast-entrance ticket
1-hour guided tour
Small Group-Max 9 person

Gratuities
Transport
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Snacks

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Piazza di San Giovanni, 30, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
On the corner between Duomo square and via de' Martelli, right under the clock,

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.4:30 pm

Itinerary

Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Cupola Del Brunelleschi

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Minimum age is 4 years old
Not recommended for pregnant women, participants with heart complaints, or those with serious medical conditions
Near public transportation

Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Reviews

4.5

based on 13 reviews

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Climb on your own

A_M, Jun 2023

Do it on your own. The guide adds little value. Lots of steps but view from the top is good. Around the dome you are rushed. - can’t stop to look at the art.

Perfecto

David_S, Jun 2023

Our guide was excellent. She knew the history of the Doumo cold. Very responsive to all of our questions about the history and architecture.

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Thank you very much for you feedback, hearing your appreciation makes us very happy and proud of what we're doing, sharing the love for our beautiful country! Hope to see you in the future in any of our Italian destination! Regards, KEYS OF ITALY team

Fun climb but not enough time at top

Patty_W, Jun 2023

Easy meeting place and wonderful guide, we had a very small group. We had some trouble hearing her sometimes with climbers inside the Duomo but she gave us great information along the climb. Only complaint is once we reached top of Duomo they were closing. Guide asked them to allow us ten minutes to take some pictures, they agreed and she said goodbye. Soon as she left they made us leave. Hardly worth the climb if you can’t take pictures. Recommend an earlier tour time.

Response from Host, Jun 2023

5 Stars/Martina

Jennifer_H, Mar 2023

Martina was very friendly, knowledgeable and encouraging (steep stairs, lots of them and limited time).

Response from Host, Mar 2023

Wonderful guide, beautiful view

Faith_R, Jan 2023

This was a wonderful experience. The tour guide was so knowledgeable and interesting. There was a mix up and a couple who spoke only French also booked the tour and the guide switched languages back and forth to provide everyone with the information. It was wonderfully impressive. The view from the top is breathtaking.

Response from Host, Jan 2023

Lots of stairs - bring water lol.

Michael_W, May 2022

Ivano was fantastic. He explained to us where everything was in Firenze and was very knowledgeable. The climb is quite steep and the hallways are definitely not for those who are claustrophobic. Would 100% recommend if you love the Duomo!

We Loved It!

HeatseekerPro, Sep 2018

My lady friend and I (both age 64) did the climb. It was strenuous, but we made it. The climb gives you the chance to get up close and personal with the frescoes on the inside of the dome, which are beautiful. It also gives a spectacular view of the city. Recommendation: Do this on Day 1 so you can see where the attractions are in the city, in relation to one another.I do not recommend trying this with kids under age 10. I do not recommend it for tired guests, or guests with back, knee, or ankle problems.If I bring my kids (ages 10 and 16) to Florence I would do this with them.