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Overview

You'll discover the history of the baptistery, the Cathedral and its stunning exterior, the numerous sculptures on Giotto's bell tower and you'll walk through the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, where you come face to face with the original masterpieces created for the Florence Cathedral, discovering the stories, faith, and extraordinary talent of artists such as Donatello, Michelangelo, and Lorenzo Ghiberti, whose works once adorned the cathedral itself. You will climb Brunelleschi's Dome, the city's emblem and the largest of its kind in the world (with skip the queue Florence Duomo tickets). The inside of the dome is covered in 3600 square meters of paintings, making it the biggest painted surface in the entire globe. When you reach the summit, the breathtaking views of the city below are an ultimate reward for all of your hard effort; you will never forget how you see this incredible metropolis. It truly is an incredible opportunity that you cannot afford to pass up!

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point is at the front of the Lindt Chocolate Shop in Piazza Duomo, 15R

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Piazza Del Duomo
Piazza del Duomo is located in the heart of the historic center of Florence. It is dominated by the mass of the cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and related buildings such as Giotto's bell tower and the baptistery of San Giovanni.
2. Baptistery of St. John
The baptistery of San Giovanni Battista is a famous religious building in Florence, located in the Piazza San Giovanni of the same name, in front of the cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Dedicated to the patron saint of the city, it was for centuries the place where Florentines obtained baptism and was the place of investiture of knights and poets (Dante was also baptized here). You will see the Gates of Paradise, the main gate of the Baptistry. The Porta del Paradiso, in Italian, was created by Florentine goldsmith and sculptor Lorenzo Ghiberti between 1425 and 1452 and installed in the eastern portal of the Baptistery. The Gates have been praised by generations of artists and art historians for their compelling portrayal of scenes from the Old Testament. Over time, the seventeen-foot-tall, three-ton bronze doors became an icon of Renaissance, one of the most famous works of art in the world.
3. Campanile di Giotto
Giotto's bell tower is the bell tower of Santa Maria del Fiore, the cathedral of Florence, and is located in Piazza del Duomo.
4. Loggia del Bigallo
The "Loggia del Bigallo," a late Gothic structure associated with fraternities involved in community service, and the "misericordia," the world's oldest brotherhood for medical care and the oldest continuously operating private voluntary organization, will also be discussed by your knowledgeable guide. The building is one of the most singular and important in the city, both for the history it documents and for its structure and decoration, in which sculpture, painting and ironwork combine with equal dignity to determine a work with a unitary character.
5. Museo Dell'opera Del Duomo
The Museo dell'Opera del Duomo in Florence preserves the original masterpieces created for the nearby Florence Cathedral. The museum houses sculptures, reliefs, and architectural elements by some of the greatest artists of the Renaissance, including Donatello, Lorenzo Ghiberti, and Michelangelo. Through these works, visitors can explore the history, artistry, and spiritual significance behind the construction and decoration of one of Florence’s most iconic monuments.
Duration: 60 mins
6. Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
The metropolitan cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, commonly known as the cathedral of Florence, is the main Florentine church, symbol of the city and one of the most famous in Italy; when it was completed, in the 15th century, it was the largest church in the world, and can still boast the absolute primacy of the largest masonry dome today. It stands on the foundations of the ancient cathedral of Florence, the church of Santa Reparata, in the place that has hosted buildings of worship since Roman times.
Duration: 30 mins
7. Cupola Del Brunelleschi
The magic continues as you ascend Brunelleschi's Dome, the city's emblem and the largest of its kind in the world (with skip the queue Florence Duomo tickets). The inside of the dome is covered in 3600 square meters of paintings, making it the biggest painted surface in the entire globe. You will get a close-up look at these frescoes as your guide explains and fascinatingly comments on them, bringing them to life right before your eyes. From a height, you will be able to enjoy an amazing perspective of the interior of the dome. As you ascend the last section and walk through the two shells to observe the brickwork up close, you will be better able to appreciate the ingenuity that went into the construction.
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

Close up view of the 3600 square metres of frescoes covering the inside of Brunelleschi's dome

Expert local guide

Cathedral complex 72-hour anytime pass

Skip the line Florence Duomo tickets to climb Brunelleschi's dome

Headsets to hear your guide clearly

Tour of the Museum of the Opera del Duomo

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Not recommended for travelers with walking problems

Supplied by Walkabout Florence Tours

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