Guided Tours

Florence Duomo & Secret Terraces Guided Tour with Optional Dome or Tower Access

Name: Florence Duomo & Secret Terraces Guided Tour with Optional Dome or Tower Access
Start: 2026-09-08T12:00:00
End: 2026-09-08T13:30:00
Location: Florence

4.5/5(2,140)

Molly B

Group

Verified booking

Yesterday

Our guide seemed to love her job, was very knowledgeable about so many things in the duomo including the ceiling painting scenes, and was very willing to answer questions.

Mary O

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

I loved clmbing to the top of the dome. Our guide Martha was very knowledgeable, kind and patient with the group. Our group was unfazed by intermittent rain.

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)

Hotel transfers

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Molly B
Group
Verified booking
Yesterday
Our guide seemed to love her job, was very knowledgeable about so many things in the duomo including the ceiling painting scenes, and was very willing to answer questions.
Rosalía V
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The guide's sense of humor and wit, and the wonderful cathedral, of course.
Patricia G
Couple
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Jun 2026
Our tour guide was highly informative, sweet and patient! One of the best tours ever! So glad we did this..
Mary O
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
I loved clmbing to the top of the dome. Our guide Martha was very knowledgeable, kind and patient with the group. Our group was unfazed by intermittent rain.
Cortial F
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
Wonderfull experience ! Great view at 360 on Florence Our guide was very interesting and Have a lot Of funy information. We réalité appreciate

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

Expert guidance: Your guide shares insights into the Cathedral’s history, architecture, and hidden details, enhancing your appreciation of this UNESCO-listed site.

Secret terraces: Access exclusive terraces rarely open to the public, offering panoramic views over Florence’s rooftops and the Arno River.

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.

What's not allowed

Strict dress code: Clothing must cover the knees and shoulders. Sandals/flip-flops, hats, and sunglasses must be removed before entry.

Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography is a no-go inside the venue.

Leave your luggage and backpacks behind. Only small bags are allowed inside the museum.

Accessibility

Ramps are available at the Museum, Cathedral, Baptistry for easy access.

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.

Guide dogs (with relevant certification) are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

Please note that in certain cases, this experience is unavailable for children aged 0 to 7 years.

Children aged 8 to 17 years must be accompanied by an adult.

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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

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