Florence: Duomo & Brunelleschi Dome Climb Tour

Florence: Duomo & Brunelleschi Dome Climb Tour

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Enjoy unforgettable views and incredible stories of the second largest Duomo in Italy. Walk up the historic 463 steps and marvel at beautiful Florence.

Highlights

Climb the largest Dome in the world designed by Filippo Brunelleschi
Marvel at the 16th-century frescos painted by Vasari and Zuccari
Enjoy the most breathtaking views from the highest point of Florence
Take a tour inside Santa Maria del Fiore with a professional guide

Description

Discover the beauty of Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral during an exclusive adventure. Admire the 13th-century gothic church, a pearl of Florentine architecture and which now is considered the 4th biggest church in Europe. Find out about how the 13th century represented the golden age of Florence. Learn about this period of political and economic growth that needed to be shown off as an incredible monument Explore the oldest mosaics of Florence decorating the dome of the famous Baptistery of St. John. Learn the fascinating stories of the most remarkable Florentines that took inspiration from the oldest building in Florence. After your guided tour, get into the fun part and climb at your own pace to the very top of the largest dome in the world built by Brunelleschi. Rest at the top, and take in one of the most amazing views of Florence. In the interior, marvel at the 16th-century frescoes painted by Vasari and Zuccari.

Includes

Dome climbing ticket and reservation Entry to the Duomo of Florence Multilingual guide Luggage deposit

Important Information

The time of Brunelleschi's Dome climb can vary on busy days Starting August 6, 2021, entry to the Duomo and the Uffizi Gallery is possible for those with a Green Pass vaccination certificate This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility or claustrophobia