Florence: Cathedral, Terraces and Dome Skip-the-Line Tour

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Take a guided tour of Florence Cathedral and see the city from an exclusive point of view. Climb up to the Duomo terraces, usually out of bounds to the public, and Brunelleschi's magnificent Dome.

Highlights

  • See Florence from an incredible point of view
  • Climb all the way up to the top of Brunelleschi’s Dome
  • Discover the magnificence of Florence Cathedral
  • Join the most comprehensive visit to Florence’s Cathedral complex

Description

Discover Florence Cathedral on this comprehensive tour of the complex. Benefit from skip-the-line entry and privileged access to the Duomo Terraces. After your guided tour of the cathedral, use your ticket to explore the other buildings in the complex at your leisure, including the baptistery and the bell tower.   Enter Florence Cathedral with your expert guide, and admire the different architectural styles of the building. See masterpieces such as Paolo Uccello’s clock, Vasari’s frescoes, and Bandinelli’s marble choir. After this, ascend to the Duomo Terraces for incredible panoramic views over the city and the cathedral complex. Continue your climb up to Brunelleschi's Dome, the highest viewpoint in the cathedral.

Includes

Tour of Florence Cathedral Skip-the-line entrance English-speaking guide Access to the Duomo Terraces Earphones for large groups

Important Information

  • 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 the dress requirements
  • You will climb 463 steps to reach the top of the cathedral; there is no elevator
  • Please wear comfortable shoes
  • This tour runs rain or shine
  • Due to the security checks, bulky backpacks and bags are not allowed in the Dome and Terraces
  • Children under 7 years old are not admitted
  • Due to occasional institutional events at the Duomo, the itinerary of the tour may be subject to minor changes
  • You'll have the opportunity to visit the other monuments of the Duomo complex on your own within 72 hours after the tour: Baptistery, Giotto's Bell Tower, Opera del Duomo Museum

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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