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Florence Cathedral Tickets with Host

Name: Florence Cathedral Tickets with Host
Start: 2026-08-18T09:45:00
End: 2026-08-18T10:30:00
Location: Florence

A single ticket for a comprehensive visit to the UNESCO-listed Cathedral Square, with a dedicated host easing the entry process. Let’s go!

Make your self-exploration of the Florence Cathedral complex seamless with pre-booked tickets and hosted assistance.

With multilingual audio guides curated by art historians, deep dive into the construction of the complex and the architectural genius of a goldsmith.

See it all – the shimmering marble altar and Gates of Paradise at the Baptistery, and medieval mosaics in the Crypt of Santa Reparata.

Add on access to Giotto's Bell Tower and Brunelleschi's Dome for 360° views of Florence.

Did you know? The dome of Florence Cathedral remains the largest masonry dome ever, built in a time when no tech existed for such feats.

Hosted entry to the Florence Cathedral Complex

Access to Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, the Crypt of Santa Reparata, Opera del Duomo Museum, & St. John's Baptistery

Access to Giotto's Bell Tower (if selected)

Access to Brunelleschi's Dome (if selected)

Audio guide app in English, French, Italian, Spanish, German, Russian, Japanese, & Chinese (if selected)

Live guide

Earphones

You can cancel these tickets up to 7 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Erick H
Solo
Verified booking
May 2026
Lloyd B
Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2025
We met the guide and picked up the tickets. The printed description mentioned that there would be an audioguide, but there were none in the Duomo, Baptistry or Musem. An audioguide would have added to our self-tour, particularly in the Duomo. But there are none available there, so this should not be in the literature promoting the tour. D and L
Julia A
Solo
Verified booking
Feb 2025
Ticket counter was found quickly, everything was great
Simon S
Family
Verified booking
Feb 2025
Fantastic musems, must seen once in a lifetime
Aida F
Couple
Verified booking
Nov 2024
It is definitely mandatory to go with a guide to understand all the history and the reason for things, I recommend the tour, it was phenomenal.

Florentine Rennaisance splendor

Begin your journey at Piazza del Duomo, the vibrant heart of Florence and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Meet your host for a seamless start, avoid long lines, and download the audio guide app with personalized assistance. This audio guide app will help you navigate through the complex, narrating important facts of history curated by art historians. As you step inside the Florence cathedral let its intricate carvings, majestic mason dome, and vibrant frescoes consume your imagination as you listen to the story of how a goldsmith, Filippo Brunelleschi, won a competition and helped complete the longstanding project. Since there were no existing tools and machinery to build such a massive brick dome, he had to design his own. To date, it remains the largest brick dome in the world, astounding architects and historians everywhere.

Historical wonders and artistic treasures

Across the street, the Baptistry of San Giovanni stuns visitors with the shimmer of inlaid marble and gold mosaic, under which the likes of Dante were baptized!

Continue your exploration at the Opera del Duomo Museum, a treasure trove of Renaissance art. Here, discover gems like Pietà Bandini and Gates of Paradise. Don’t just look, unravel the stories behind their artistic brilliance like how Michelangelo destroyed his sculpture in a fit of rage. Finally, delve underground to uncover the Santa Reparata Crypt. Walk through the remnants of the ancient basilica, marveling at Paleo-Christian mosaics and tombstones that sing sagas of Florence's storied past. Glimpse into medieval religious life as you admire stone carvings, coins, altars, and vessels of the age.

Upgrade to climb 414 steps and be greeted with a stunning terracotta panorama of Florence, standing atop the 85-meter Bell Tower. An unmissable part of the city’s skyline, Giotto’s Bell Tower whispers tales of how Giotto died believing that the tower may never be complete.

What's not allowed

Strict dress code: Clothing that covers 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, and Santa Reparata for easy access.

The Dome and Bell Tower are not accessible by wheelchair and not recommended for guests with mobility issues, back problems, or heart conditions.

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

Additional information

You will receive your tickets and instructions on how to download our exclusive multilingual audio guide app via WhatsApp or email 24 hours before your visit. To ensure a smooth experience, please download everything using Wi-Fi beforehand. Everything will be sent to the contact details provided during booking.

These tickets are valid for 3 consecutive days from the date of visit. However, Dome access is timed and must be visited on the date and time selected during checkout.

Check your calendars before booking! The Opera del Duomo Museum is closed on the first Tuesday of each month.

Please note that the Baptistery's vault mosaics are currently under restoration and are not visible. The Baptistery closes at 2pm every first Sunday of the month.

The doors to the Cathedral close at 3:45pm and remain closed on Sundays and religious holidays. Plan your visit accordingly.

While entry to Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral is free, you require tickets to access the Crypt of Santa Reparata, Opera del Duomo Museum, St. John's Baptistery, Giotto's Bell Tower, and Brunelleschi's Dome.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

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

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Meeting point

Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.