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Free entry to Florence Cathedral

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Interior view of Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's dome and arches, Florence.
Frescoed dome interior of the Duomo in Florence, Italy.
Florence Cathedral and Duomo with cityscape and hills in the background.

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Maddeline Louise Terriaca

Maddeline

Sep 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Amazing experience climbing the Duomo! We had a fantastic time with this company on our climb up the Duomo. The artwork inside the dome was absolutely stunning—such intricate and beautiful details that made the experience feel truly special. The church itself is massive and breathtaking, both inside and out. The view from the top was epic—definitely worth the climb! While there are a lot of stairs, they weren’t as tough as we expected. That said, I can imagine it would be much more challenging in hot weather, so we were glad to have booked the earliest time slot. It was cool, quiet, and there was few crowds, which made everything smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommend this experience if you're visiting Florence!
Thingnganing Longvah

Thingnganing

Sep 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Climbing the Duomo’s magnificent dome is nothing short of stepping inside a living masterpiece. Brunelleschi’s audacious engineering surrounds you at every turn—the spiral staircases feel like secret passages from another century. As you ascend, you come face-to-face with Vasari’s enormous fresco of the Last Judgment, so close you can study the brushstrokes and the drama of the figures. The higher you go, the thicker the air of anticipation becomes. Then, suddenly, you emerge onto the terrace at the very top, and Florence unfurls before you: a quilt of terracotta roofs, cobbled lanes, and the shimmering Arno River winding through history itself. The view is dizzying, humbling, unforgettable.
Jaynie Mulcahy

Jaynie

Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Great all day ticket to explore Duomo experience. Well worth the money. Meeting guide should have had 'enjoy Rome' sign on flag she had a bag with it in which wasn't visible on her but location was easy to find. Also if you book audio tour you should mention on booking to take your own headset so you are not annoying other tourists when playing on app. Could provide more information on sights too it was a bit basic.

    • Step inside Florence’s most iconic cathedral—for free! All you need is this ticket with an audio guide to unlock centuries of history, faith, and art.

    • Let the audio guide lead the way. From Vasari’s dazzling frescoes to Brunelleschi’s revolutionary dome, hear the stories behind the marvels as you explore at your own pace.

    • Whether you want the big highlights or hidden gems, the audio guide helps you make the most of your visit without rushing or missing a thing.

    • Want more? Upgrade your ticket. Add a Brunelleschi Dome climb for unbeatable views over Florence, or choose the express guided tour in English to get insider insights from a local expert.

    • Free entry to Florence Cathedral

    • Audio guide in Chinese, German, English, French, Italian, and Spanish

    • Brunelleschi dome access (as per option selected)

    • Guided tour of the Cathedral in English (as per option selected)

    • Access to the Baptistery, Crypt, Bell Tower, and Museum

    • Live guide

    • Hotel transfers

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • 4.3
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    What our guests say

    Jaynie Mulcahy

    Jaynie

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Great all day ticket to explore Duomo experience. Well worth the money. Meeting guide should have had 'enjoy Rome' sign on flag she had a bag with it in which wasn't visible on her but location was easy to find. Also if you book audio tour you should mention on booking to take your own headset so you are not annoying other tourists when playing on app. Could provide more information on sights too it was a bit basic.
    Cynthia Johnston

    Cynthia

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    3/5
    The tour of the Duomo itself was fabuolous, however when we arrived at the meeting place, we were greeted by a HeadOut representative, given our audio set and told to go 'over there' in a crowd of millions to meet our guide. Not a pleasant beginning.
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    Fabiola

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    3/5
    There was a very long line where to enter, we had to wait about 90 minutes, inside the cathedral is not very nice, far below that of Milan, Venice and Pisa.
    Patricia J Sullivan

    Patricia

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    3/5
    Information from the guide was interesting but we thought our tickets got us in at 12:00pm but we spent 75min in line just to get inside.
    Nikola Veselinov

    Nikola

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    The majestic views of the cathedral and the tower. Also the majestic view of Florence. Magnificent city.

  • Make the most of your free cathedral entry with an immersive audio guide that brings Florence’s iconic Duomo to life—without the cost of a full tour.

    Getting started

    Download your audio guide in advance and come prepared with your own headphones. After a brief security check, you’re all set to enter the cathedral.

    What to expect

    One of the most celebrated churches in the world, the Florence Cathedral is famous for its red-tiled dome and Renaissance art treasures.

    Features

    • Discover the cathedral’s grand interiors, frescoed ceilings, and stained-glass windows at your own pace.

    • Audio guide available in Chinese, German, English, French, Italian, and Spanish.

    • Get rich context on Brunelleschi’s dome, Vasari’s Last Judgment, and other highlights as you walk.

    • Take your time—pause, rewind, and explore freely.

    • Optional upgrades let you climb the dome or join an express English-guided tour for a deeper dive.

  • Duomo Florence

    Monday10:15am - 03:45pm
    Tuesday10:15am - 03:45pm
    Wednesday10:15am - 03:45pm
    Thursday10:15am - 03:45pm
    Friday10:15am - 03:45pm
    Saturday10:15am - 03:45pm
    SundayClosed

  • What to Bring

    • Headphones and a fully charged smartphone with the downloaded audio guide.

    What’s not allowed

    • Large bags and backpacks

    • Food and drinks

    • Flash photography and tripods

    • Pets (except service animals) are also prohibited

    Accessibility

    • An accessible entrance is located on the right side of the Cathedral for guests with motor disabilities. The dome climb is not suitable for wheelchair users or people with motor disabilities.

    Additional Information

    • Florence Cathedral is open to visitors from Monday to Saturday, 10:15am to 3:45pm. It remains closed on Sundays and during religious celebrations.

    • Entry is subject to a security check and dress code compliance (knees and shoulders must be covered. Sleeveless tops, short, and other revealing clothing are forbidden).

    • There is no cloakroom or luggage storage on-site.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

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

    Ticket redemption point

    • Start your audio guided tour at the Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore.

    • Address: Piazza del Duomo, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy.

    Get directions to the redemption point

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