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Florence Cathedral Express Guided Tour

Enter the famous Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral and soak in the beauty of its 13th-century Gothic architecture.

Admire its iconic walls and artwork up-close as your expert guide tells you fascinating tales, anecdotes, and more. Try the audio guide app for further insights to Duomo Complex.

Watch out for Brunelleschi’s dome, and the enormous fresco under it painted by Giorgio Vasari and Federico Zuccari — The Last Judgement.

Fun fact: Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral features two domes. One on the outside and one on the inside, made of marble and sandstone with narrow stairs connecting the two.

Guided tour of Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral

Expert English, Spanish, or Italian-speaking guide (as per option selected)

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

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

Access to Giotto's Bell Tower

Access to Brunelleschi's Dome

Access to the Secret Terraces

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Mailys D
Couple
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2 weeks ago
The guide, Giulio, was generous with his time and entertaining - he managed to keep us all interested and engaged. Grazie mille a Giulio
Philippe L
Couple
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3 weeks ago
This was not a skip the line ticket. We had to say to get in. We paid for the guide. Nice guide. Good explanations. The line to get into the Duomo was a bit long.
Claudia B
Couple
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3 weeks ago
We are informed about history that we didn't know!! Thank you
Robert S
Group
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Oct 2026
We absolutely LOVED our tour guide! Unfortunately we did not get his name. Bald guy with the great sense of humor and vast knowledge of Florence.
Stephanie M
Couple
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Sep 2026
The wait in front of the cathedral was passed with explanations. The guide was knowledgeable and would have liked to share even more.

Explore a revered complex

Step into the awe-inspiring Piazza del Duomo of Florence. Its crowning glory, Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, is a treasure trove of artistic wonders. In just 30 to 45 minutes, marvel at the three elegant naves, adorned with masterpieces like Bandinelli's marble choir and stunning stained-glass windows by Donatello, Ghiberti, and Andrea del Castagno!

Walk on a mesmerizing carpet of polychrome marbles and gaze up at Vasari's frescoed interior of the colossal Dome, a true marvel of Renaissance architecture. Choose between 3 languages for your guided tour.

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Enjoy the breathtaking view of the Cathedral Square and its monuments from the museum's 4th floor, capturing memorable photos.

Immerse yourself in the history of the entire Duomo Monumental Complex using the multilingual app, which takes you through the history of the Cathedral, Brunelleschi's Dome, the Giotto Bell Tower, and the Baptistery.

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

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Ramps are available at the Cathedral for easy access.

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

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

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

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

Meeting point

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

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