Florence Duomo & Secret Terraces Guided Tour with Optional Dome or Tower Access
Florence
Florence Duomo & Secret Terraces Guided Tour with Optional Dome or Tower Access
2 hours
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
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Experience a rare, exclusive tour of the secret terraces and the Duomo with an English-speaking expert.
Decode centuries-old works by Vasari and Zuccari inside the Cathedral with your expert guide.
Climb Brunelleschi’s Dome for 360° views of Florence’s terracotta skyline and a front-row look over the entire Duomo complex.
Looking for an easier option? Swap the Dome climb for Giotto’s Bell Tower: 414 steps, shorter flights, and open-air views of the Dome up close and the Tuscan countryside.
English guided tour of the Cathedral and Secret Terraces
Access to the Baptistery of St. John, Cathedral and Opera del Duomo Museum
Brunelleschi’s Dome climb (as per option selected)
Giotto’s Bell Tower climb (as per option selected)
Group of up to 10 or 15 guests (as per option selected)
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Deep dive into Florence Cathedral and its Secret Terraces on this expertly guided immersive tour.
Getting started
Meet your guide near the main entrance of the Florence Duomo, where your entry pass is validated. After a brief introduction, proceed through security and begin your journey into the Cathedral’s hidden spaces.
What to expect
A triumph of Renaissance genius, the Florence Cathedral (Santa Maria del Fiore) isn’t just the third-largest church in the world, it’s the bold vision of an era. Crowned by Brunelleschi’s revolutionary dome, this architectural marvel redefined what was possible when art, science, and human ambition converged to reshape history.
Features
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Expert guidance: Your guide shares insights into the Cathedral’s history, architecture, and hidden details, enhancing your appreciation of this UNESCO-listed site.
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Secret terraces: Access exclusive terraces rarely open to the public, offering panoramic views over Florence’s rooftops and the Arno River.
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Exclusive upgrades: Opt to climb Brunelleschi's dome and learn about its construction, or climb Giotto's Bell Tower for a unique perspective of the city.
Know before you go
What's not allowed
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Strict dress code: Clothing must cover the knees and shoulders. Sandals/flip-flops, hats, and sunglasses must be removed before entry.
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Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography is a no-go inside the venue.
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Leave your luggage and backpacks behind. Only small bags are allowed inside the museum.
Accessibility
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Ramps are available at the Museum, Cathedral, Baptistry for easy access.
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The Dome and terrace climb is not accessible by wheelchair. Guests with mobility issues, back problems, or heart conditions are also not advised to undertake the ascent.
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Guide dogs (with relevant certification) are welcome at the venue.
Additional information
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Please note that in certain cases, this experience is unavailable for children aged 0 to 7 years.
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Children aged 8 to 17 years must be accompanied by an adult.
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