Florence Cathedral Entry with Dome & Bell Tower Climb

Explore the brilliance of Renaissance Florence with reserved entry to Brunelleschi’s Dome and access to the entire Florence Duomo Complex—including the Cathedral, Bell Tower, Baptistery, and Museum—with a flexible 3-day pass and immersive audio guide.

Getting started

Arrive at the Florence Cathedral at your selected time slot and head straight in without waiting. Show your ID for verification and scan your ticket for access. The rest of the complex can be visited anytime within three consecutive days, giving you total flexibility.

What to expect

Brunelleschi’s Dome

Climb 463 steps to the top of the largest masonry dome in the world. Get a close-up look at Vasari’s dramatic Last Judgment frescoes and soak in sweeping views over Florence’s red-tiled rooftops.

Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral

Step into Florence’s Gothic-Renaissance heart. Marvel at its soaring vaults, intricate marble floor, and iconic dome from below.

Giotto’s Bell Tower

Ascend 414 steps for a panoramic viewpoint of the city, with Brunelleschi’s Dome perfectly in frame.

Baptistery of St. John

Admire shimmering gold mosaics that depict biblical scenes and the celebrated Gates of Paradise by Ghiberti.

Opera del Duomo Museum

See original masterpieces once housed in the cathedral—including Michelangelo’s unfinished Pietà, Donatello’s wooden Magdalene, and early Dome engineering models.

Guided enhancements

Use your included audio guide to deepen your understanding as you move at your own pace—whether you visit all in a day or spread them across three.

Florence Cathedral Entry with Dome & Bell Tower Climb

Discover Florence’s Duomo Complex on this reserved-entry sightseeing tour that includes access to Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, Giotto's Bell Tower, Brunelleschi's Dome, the Baptistery of St. John, and the Opera del Duomo Museum. With 3-day validity and an included audio guide in multiple languages—English, Italian, French, German, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean—you can explore at your own pace for up to 2 hours without time constraints. The tour covers over 400 years of Florentine history through its iconic landmarks, ensuring a comprehensive overview of the city's architectural and artistic heritage.

Explore Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral

Your tour stops at Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral where you can admire its majestic Gothic-Renaissance interiors. Built between 1296 and 1436, this cathedral stands as the fourth largest in Europe with a length of 153 meters (502 feet) and a width of 90 meters (295 feet). Visitors marvel at features such as the octagonal dome designed by Filippo Brunelleschi completed between 1420 and 1436, the grandiose nave with intricate marble decorations, and the Baptistery across the Piazza del Duomo. The cathedral's significance lies in its role as a religious center and symbol of Florence’s power during the Renaissance era.

Ascend Brunelleschi's Dome

At Brunelleschi's Dome, guests can climb 463 steps to reach the top for panoramic views of Florence. The dome itself is an architectural marvel standing at a height of 114.5 meters (376 feet) with a diameter of 42 meters (138 feet). Visitors also get up close to Vasari’s dramatic frescoes depicting scenes from Genesis and the Apocalypse, painted between 1569 and 1579. The climb takes approximately 20 minutes each way but allows for ample time at the top to appreciate the engineering feat that has stood since its completion in 1436.

Marvel at Giotto's Bell Tower

Your tour continues with a visit to Giotto’s Bell Tower, where guests ascend 414 steps for another breathtaking view of Florence. Completed in 1359 and standing at 85 meters (279 feet) tall, the tower is renowned for its intricate Gothic design featuring decorative elements like red, green, and white marble stripes. Visitors spend about 20 minutes climbing to the top where they can see Brunelleschi’s Dome framed perfectly within the cityscape. This unique perspective highlights Florence's architectural harmony and historical significance.

Discover the Baptistery of St. John

The tour includes a stop at the Baptistery of St. John, built between 1059 and 1128 where visitors marvel at glittering mosaics covering its interior walls. The octagonal structure measures approximately 47 meters (154 feet) in height and features the famous Gates of Paradise designed by Lorenzo Ghiberti completed around 1452. Guests typically spend about 30 minutes inside, admiring intricate details like the bronze panels depicting scenes from the Old Testament, making it one of Florence’s most important religious buildings.

Witness Michelangelo's Pietà at Opera del Duomo Museum

The tour concludes with a visit to the Opera del Duomo Museum where guests can see Michelangelo’s Pietà and original cathedral sculptures. Opened in 1980, this museum houses over 500 works of art collected from various sites within the complex. Visitors spend about an hour exploring exhibits such as the wooden crucifix by Cimabue dating back to around 1300 and the statue of St. John the Baptist carved by Donatello in the early 1420s. The museum’s significance lies in its role as a repository for artworks that once adorned Florence’s cathedral complex.

Tour Highlights

• Reserved entry to Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral
• Climb Brunelleschi's Dome with 463 steps
• Visit the Baptistery of St. John and Gates of Paradise
• Ascend Giotto’s Bell Tower in 20 minutes each way
• Explore Opera del Duomo Museum for over an hour
• Audio guide available in multiple languages: English, Italian, French, German, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean
• No back-to-back time crunches with 3-day validity
• Smart sightseeing including panoramic city views and historical insights

Perfect for history enthusiasts, architecture buffs, and first-time visitors to Florence, this guided tour provides a deep dive into the city’s rich cultural heritage through its most iconic landmarks. The flexible format allows you to explore Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral at your own pace, climb Brunelleschi's Dome for breathtaking views, marvel at Giotto’s Bell Tower’s intricate Gothic design, and discover the Baptistery of St. John’s glittering mosaics and Gates of Paradise, giving you a comprehensive understanding of Florence’s historical significance.