Take a tour of the Cathedral Square with the chance to climb the iconic Giotto's Bell Tower and Brunelleschi's Dome.
Take a tour of the Cathedral Square with the chance to climb the iconic Giotto's Bell Tower and Brunelleschi's Dome.
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Knowledgeable tour guide answered questions
Very knowledgeable. Very professional.
Excellent guide. Very well spoken and educated well worth it.
A very good explanation of the sights in Florence with a focus on the cathedral with its museum and dome.
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Having experienced numerous guided tours before, I have to say that hands down, our tour guide Julia was the absolute best guide we've ever had. She was not only deeply knowledgeable, but she was also friendly, caring, engaging and passionate about Florence and the Duomo. She honestly made the tour a fantastic experience for our family. Just loved her!!
It was a fantastic tour. Anastasia was delightful and knew her history. Helped me change my perspective on my understanding of Venetian history.
Roberta shared so many interesting stories about Florence, its characters, and its history. It's the stories and unique details that make people and places come alive for me. Gratzie, Roberta!!!! ❤️🙏🏽
We had a very nice experience with our guide! She was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the tour truly enjoyable. Highly recommended!
It was an awesome tour, Anastasia was great and did an awesome job sharing the history of the building and the people behind it. She was knowledgeable and fun!
The tour was excellent and provided great information. The ticket also provided priority access which meant we didn't have to queue long to get into each building. Well worth the money.
Absolutely amazing time and guide bravo to the guide she was amazing, friendly, knowledgeable perfectionist Paul and Sue
The guide Anastasia was awesome, she made the cost of tickets worth it, and the cupola - not only the view but also the frescoes inside were breatht
Our guide was very knowledgeable and moved the tour along at a good pace. The climb to the top of the dome might involve a lot of stairs but it's very manageable, and once you arrive at the top you won't regret it!
Anastasia was great. She explained things very well in the Baptistry and the Duomo Museum. All 463 steps to the top of the dome were worth the view.
We enjoyed our English speaking guide Victoria for our tour of the Duomo. She was very knowledgeable, courteous and entertaining. We also enjoyed the access to the top of the Dome.
The guide was very knowledgeable and lovely, It was a great experience and we got to enter at 10am before the Diomo opened .
Guide was incredible and loved teaching us the history of Florence. She is a phenomenal professional and we are forever grateful to her.
The queuing in front of the cathedral was filled with interesting explanations from the guide.
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The highlight of my visit was
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The guide was very kind and knowledgeable, and willing to answer all of our questions.
There was not much quality information on the audio guide provided. Very repetitive and general .
Guide was very knowledgeable, answered all questions and was very patient.
Guided tour was good, but unfortunately not in the cathedral - as booked
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WAS SO HAPPY TO FIND THIS TOUR AT THE LAST MINUTE. GREAT GUIDE AND TRUE VALUE. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Our guide was fantastic and super knowledgeable! Fully enjoyed the tour. Would highly recommend!
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Sarah did a wonderful job. She was very engaging and pointed out items you would not find otherwise. Absolutely loved the ease of visiting the David statue. She did was very knowlegable and informative.
Excellent, knowledgeable guide with a great sense of humour. Ticketing was well organised. Perfect!
Very friendly and knowledgeable tour guide and explain everything in detail and passionately.
The tour guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining. I learnt so much about Florence. Highly recommend this tour. The queues to get in to see David were very long outside but we got in within 15 minutes.
The tour guide (Eleanora) was incredibly knowledgable and engaging. Pointed us in the direction of a great Negroni also. Highly recommended.
Very informative and enjoyable. I forgot our tour guide's name. I believe that she was Danish. She had such a pleasant disposition and was ready to provide extra, interesting facts when there were delays. My wife's receiver/headset kept cutting out. Our tour guide seamlessly addressed the issue by providing a backup receiver and headset -- with out interrupting the tour. She was amazing. I highly recommend this tour.
I very much enjoyed the guided tour through Florence and the Accademia Galery. It was everything I could have hoped for. Our guide, Enette, joyfully told us loads of interesting and new things about the places we were walking by, and the David was, of course, breathtaking. Seeing it through more experienced eyes, with the help of Enette, made the experience even more special. Thank you!
The whole experience was amazing, would highly recommend this tour as its a great way to see the city and learn about its history.
Our tour guide was lovely, and it was an incredibly hot day....but I knew it would be when I signed up for the tour. I believe that what you focus on expands...so if we keep talking about how hot it is, we'll be that much aware of how hot it is!
Stadtführung wurde mit vielen Stories zum Leben im Mittelalter und der Renaissance bereichert. Unsere Guide erklärte uns die Statuen, erzählte vieles zur Architektur und zu den damaligen Persönlichkeiten. Der Zugang zur Accademia erfolgte ohne lange Wartezeiten.
Fast-track entry to the Duomo and Uffizi with expert insights into Renaissance art.
Fast-track entry to the Duomo and Uffizi with expert insights into Renaissance art.
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Join an intimate tour of Florence’s most iconic landmarks with VIP morning entry!
Join an intimate tour of Florence’s most iconic landmarks with VIP morning entry!
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Join a private guided tour and skip long queues to access Brunelleschi’s Dome in Florence.
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Join a private guided tour and skip long queues to access Brunelleschi’s Dome in Florence.
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Nothing!! We were confirmed to climb the Brunelleschi's Dome but received an email cancelling our climb and offering us a private climb of the Giotto's Bell Tower instead. It was offered as a private tour but another couple joined us who had the exact same issue that we did. We did the climb and were informed to follow up with Headout to get a refund. Our tour cost was less than climbing the Duomo. I received an email from Ahmed Moawad of Italypass the day before our climb cancelling it 'because of unforeseen logistical contraints (??). I am completely confused why I would get an email from Italypass when I had booked the tour with Headout! The site where we were to meet our guide (the Lindt shop) was a mess of no-one knowing what was happening or who was going where! I would never book through Headout again for any tours anywhere!!
Well organised, very interesting guide. Would recommend
The guide was explaining things as he went through the dome, but you could not hear him through the headphones that were given to us because he was very far ahead, and from at least half of the group to the back you could not hear anything. In addition, the quality of the headphones given to us was very bad, you could not hear anything even if you were close to the guide (i.e. when there was no signal problem).
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We all moved Vittoria! Her enthusiasm, knowledge and sense of humor was perfect! She was not " jaded" in September after all the brutal hot summer season Italy experienced. And she took care of the older less fit participants from beginning to end. Brava Virtoria!
Highly recommend! Received tickets immedietly! Great tour guide who was very knowledgable and personable. Will be booking through headout for future vacation tours/experiences!
I almost died climbing that damn ladder.
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Ottima esperienza. La nostra guida Emanuela molto preparata e divertente.
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Monday - Sunday: 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
First Sunday of the month: 8:30 am - 1:30 pm
Last admission: 30 minutes before closing
Closed on: 1 January, Easter, 8 September, Christmas Eve and day
Best Time to Visit: The best time to visit the Baptistery of St. John is during the early morning hours or later in the evening to avoid the mid-day rush. Additionally, it would be better to visit during weekdays rather than weekends as it can get crowded on weekends.
Detailed Duomo opening hoursAddress: Piazza del Duomo, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
The Baptistery is located in the historic center of the city. The area is easily accessible by foot, bus, or tram. Visitors can also reach the area by taxi or private car, although parking in the city center can be difficult.
Getting to the Duomo FlorenceThe Baptistery of San Giovanni is a magnificent building that showcases some of the finest examples of Romanesque architecture. Its octagonal shape, which is unusual for a baptistery, was influenced by the baptistery in Ravenna. The exterior of the building is made of white Carrara marble and is adorned with intricate sculptures, including a replica of the famous Gates of Paradise by Lorenzo Ghiberti. The interior of the building is equally impressive, with its stunning mosaic floors, domed ceilings, and stained glass windows.
The Baptistery is renowned for its three sets of bronze doors, which are considered to be among the greatest masterpieces of Renaissance art. Of the three sets, the east doors created by Lorenzo Ghiberti in the 15th century are the most prominent of them all. Also known as the Gates of Paradise, these gates feature intricate scenes from the Old Testament. The north and south doors, created by Andrea Pisano and Ghiberti respectively, feature relief sculptures depicting various biblical scenes.
The mosaics of the Baptistery of St. John, created over several centuries, are some of the most beautiful and intricate examples of Romanesque art in the world. They cover the entire interior of the dome, vaults, and walls of the baptistery. The Byzantine-style mosaics depict scenes from the Bible, such as the Last Judgement and the life of St. John the Baptist. The mosaics were created by some of the most skilled craftsmen of the time. The use of gold and vibrant colors creates a mesmerizing effect.
The Baptistery's design creates exceptional acoustics thanks to its circular shape and the dome which allows for natural amplification. Inside, even the softest whispers can be heard clearly across the space. The marble walls and floors add to the reflection of the sound waves. Musicians and singers have performed in the baptistery for centuries, and the acoustics are so extraordinary that it is still used as a concert hall today.
The construction of the Baptistery of St John dates back to the 4th or 5th century and is believed to have been constructed on the site of an ancient Roman temple.
Over the centuries, it has undergone several renovations and restorations, with the most significant being the renovation carried out in the 12th and 13th centuries. The Baptistery has played a significant role in the religious and cultural life of Florence and continues to be a revered destination for visitors from all over the world.
History of the Florence CatheralThe admission ticket to the Florence Baptistery is included in the Florence Cathedral Tickets with Optional Dome & Bell Tower Climb, which starts from €15. This comprehensive ticket grants entry to various attractions, including Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, the Crypt of Santa Reparata, Opera del Duomo Museum & Baptistery, with optional access to Brunelleschi's Dome and Giotto's Bell Tower. The prices may however, vary with the inclusions like guided tours, exclusive access and more. Check particular ticket details for the most accurate information.
Tickets for the Florence Baptistery can be purchased at the venue or online. It is recommended that you purchase tickets online to avoid long lines and ensure availability.
Yes, you need tickets to visit the Florence Baptistery. The tickets can be purchased online or at the ticket office at the venue.
Yes, entrance to the Florence Baptistery is included in the Duomo Complex ticket, which also includes access to the Florence Cathedral, Brunelleschi's Dome, Giotto's Bell Tower, and the Crypt of Santa Reparata.
The Florence Baptistery is open from Monday to Sunday, with hours from 8:30 am to 7:30 pm. On the first Sunday of the month, the opening hours are from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm. Please note that the last admission is 30 minutes before closing time. The Baptistery is closed on 1 January, Easter, 8 September, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
The Baptistery of St John is located in Piazza del Duomo, next to the Florence Cathedral in Florence, Italy.
The Baptistery of St John was built in the early 11th century.
The Baptistery is considered one of the greatest architectural and cultural treasures of Florence. It is an important religious site for the people of the city and has been used for baptisms for centuries. It is also considered a masterpiece of Italian Renaissance architecture, inspiring many other buildings throughout the world.
The Baptistery of San Giovanni is octagonal in shape, which is unusual for a baptistery.
Yes, the Baptistery of San Giovanni is still in use today and is still used for baptisms.
The Baptistery is known for its impressive architecture, intricate sculptures, stunning mosaics, and bronze doors, especially the Gates of Paradise by Lorenzo Ghiberti.
Yes, there is a dress code for visiting the Florence Baptistery. Visitors are required to dress modestly, ensuring that their shoulders and knees are covered. Revealing or provocative clothing is to be avoided. Additionally, appropriate footwear should be worn, and hats or head coverings are not allowed inside the Baptistery. Following these dress code guidelines is essential for entry into this historical site.
Yes, the Florence Baptistery is wheelchair accessible. The Baptistery has a ramp at the entrance to accommodate those with motor disabilities. Inside, there is a Touchable path available. Additionally, the Opera del Duomo Museum, which is associated with the Baptistery, is fully accessible and equipped with lifts that facilitate access to the three floors of the exhibition and the terrace. This ensures that visitors with mobility challenges can explore and enjoy these historical sites.
The Baptistery of San Giovanni is a must-visit for those interested in Italian Renaissance art and architecture. It is considered one of the greatest masterpieces of the Renaissance and is an important example of the architectural style and artistic achievements of the period.