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Climb to the top of Brunelleschi’s Dome on a guided tour. Admire Vasari’s frescoes, learn about the dome’s construction, and enjoy panoramic views of Florence. Giotto's Bell Tower tickets included.

Highlights

• Feel the thrill of climbing 463 steps to the top of Brunelleschi’s Dome
• Admire Vasari’s frescoes of the Last Judgment up close as you ascend
• Learn about the dome’s construction from your expert local guide
• Enjoy panoramic views of Florence from the top of the dome in a small group
• Use your pre-reserved ticket to climb Giotto’s Bell Tower at your own pace

Description

Climb to the top of Florence on an unforgettable 1-hour journey. Join a small group and an expert local guide to explore Brunelleschi’s Cupola, the crown jewel of Florence Cathedral and a true masterpiece of Renaissance architecture. With pre-reserved tickets, skip the general line and begin your ascent of the 463 steps. Along the way, stop at key points inside the dome to admire Giorgio Vasari’s dramatic frescoes of the Last Judgment—an extraordinary experience up close. Learn about the fascinating story of Filippo Brunelleschi, the visionary who built the world’s largest masonry dome without scaffolding, an engineering marvel that continues to awe visitors to this day. At the top, step onto the panoramic terrace for breathtaking views over Florence—from the iconic red rooftops to the distant Tuscan hills. Your guide will point out key landmarks and offer cultural and historical context to enrich the experience. After the guided portion ends, use your pre-reserved ticket to climb Giotto’s Bell Tower at your own pace for even more sweeping views of Florence and the surrounding Tuscan hills.

Includes

Skip the line tickets for Brunelleschi's Cupola Expert local guide Guided tour of Brunelleschi’s Cupola Access to the panoramic views from the Duomo Headsets to hear the guide better Skip the line tickets to climb Giotto's Bell Tower

Important Information

• You may be refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements. Please note that Brunelleschi’s Dome requires climbing 463 steps, with no lift available. Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the tour. This is due to the timed entry of the tickets. It is not possible to join the tour after it has commenced.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund