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Duomo Complex Guided Tour with Cupola Entry Tickets

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Florence, Italy
  • 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Offered in: English

Overview

To fully experience the majesty of Brunelleschi's famous dome, climb to the very top of the cupola that adorns Florence’s architectural gem. After touring the grand cathedral on a guided tour, climb the nearly 500 steps to the top, where you can enjoy panoramic city views as a reward. As you climb, learn about the Duomo’s remarkable engineering and admire Renaissance frescoes by Giorgio Vasari.
  • Get the ultimate Florence views from the top of the cathedral dome
  • Learn how Brunelleschi's massive dome was designed and built
  • Expert guide helps you reach the top safely and answers all questions
  • Great activity for active and adventurous travelers

What's Included

  • Official certified guide
  • Radio system to hear the guide
  • Guided tour of St. John's Baptistery (interior)
  • Guided tour of Opera del Duomo Museum
  • Pre-timed reserved tickets to climb Brunelleschi's Dome on your own
  • Entry ticket to St. John's Baptistery
  • Entry ticket to the Cathedral (Duomo)
  • Entry ticket to Museo dell'Opera del Duomo
  • Entry ticket to Giotto's Bell Tower
  • Entry ticket to Santa Reparata
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Guided tour to Brunelleschi's Dome (Cupola)
  • Guided tour to Florence Cathedral
  • Guided tour to Giotto's Bell Tower
  • Guided tour to Santa Reparata

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Lindt Chocolate Shop Firenze Duomo
    Piazza del Duomo, 15R, 50129 Firenze FI, Italy

    Meet your guide IN FRONT of the Lindt Chocolate Shop Firenze. Please be present at the meeting point 20 minutes before departure time in order to avoid any delay

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

1

Baptistery of St. John

45 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

2

Opera del Duomo Museum

45 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Piazza del Duomo (Pass By)

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • No elevators or pets allowed
  • After the first validation, the ticket is valid for 72 hours: you can use it to visit locations listed on your own time (Giotto's Bell Tower and Santa Reparata)
  • Appropriate clothing for a place of worship is required: access with bare legs and shoulders, and wearing sandals, hats, or sunglasses is not permitted. You may be refused entry to the Baptistery and Cathedral if you fail to comply with the cathedral's dress requirements
  • Suitcases, backpacks, parcels, containers, and large and medium-sized bags are not permitted inside the Dome(Cupola)
  • Umbrellas, canes (when not used to assist walking), tripods for cameras, and film cameras are not permitted inside the Dome
  • Knives, scissors, and metal tools that could be dangerous for people and the exhibited works are not permitted inside the Dome
  • Please note that the guided tour does not include the Brunelleschi's Dome(Cupola), you can climb the Brunelleschi's Dome on your own (Pre-reserved ticket time) after the guided tour ends
  • With your timed-reserved tickets, you can climb the Cupola Dome 30 minutes after the guided tour ends
  • Please note that the tour requires a minimum number of two guests to run
  • Please note that if you arrive after the tour start time you will not be able to join and will not be refunded or have your tour rescheduled
  • There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet the requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • Not recommended for participants with back problems, physically not fit to climb steps, suffering from vertigo, claustrophobia, or heart problems, and pregnant women
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.8
based on 15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

One of the most memorable experiences.

Mauricio_M, Jun 2024
The Baptistery the Museum of the Duomo and tue Cuppola. We also liked the guide as he was approachable, friendly and knowledgeable.

Climb to the top of the Duomo!

Cathy_S, Apr 2023
Our guide Illaria was great! Fun group! Not easy climbing to the top but views are well worth it! I highly recommend this tour!

Great Views!

Anthony_H, Sep 2019
Walking up the dome was a great experience. There are almost 500 steps but totally worth the climb. We did have time to rest a few times going up while learning the history of the Cuploa Dome. The view from the top was spectacular! Getting a close-up view while climbing up of the interior dome artwork was amazing. And the ticket for the Dome gave us Free access to the museum and the church afterwords! Great tour!

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