Duomo Florence skip-the-line tickets

Discover the world’s third-largest church at your own pace, with an audio guide unpacking its grand scale, symbols, and long-kept secrets.

• Everything you get: Experience the world-famous Florence Duomo at your own pace. Stand beneath Vasari’s frescoed dome, take in the stained-glass glow, and behold Uccello’s still-ticking clock, as you hear commentary from your audio guide on the Last Judgment scenes, the saints and guild symbols in the glass, and the clever medieval mechanics you’d otherwise miss.
• Why choose this: Cathedral entry is free, but the audio guide adds the context that matters, turning a simple walkthrough into meaningful exploration at a budget-friendly price.
• Upgrades: Enhance your visit with a Brunelleschi’s dome climb for sweeping views of Florentine skyline, or an express guided tour for a quick yet enriching and interactive visit.

Inclusions #

• Free entry to Florence Cathedral

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

• Brunelleschi dome access (as per option selected)

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

Exclusions #

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

• Live guide

• Hotel transfers

What to bring

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

What’s not allowed

• Large bags and backpacks are not allowed inside the Complex. Please remember that there are no cloakrooms at the site.
• Flash photography, tripods, filming equipment, food, and drinks are not permitted inside the Cathedral.
• Pets (except service animals) are also prohibited.
• Children under the age of 7 are not allowed to climb the Dome or the Bell Tower. Those between the age of 7-14 must be accompanied by an adult.

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

• The ticket fee is only for the audio guide, since Cathedral entry is free.
• The 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).
• Download the audio guide to your phone before your visit. Mobile network access may be limited inside the Cathedral.
• The complex’s staircases are narrow and steep, expect a physically demanding climb.

What to bring

• A valid photo ID is required to collect your entry pass and audio devices (if applicable).

What’s not allowed

• Please note that entry is subject to a dress code. Shoulders and knees must be covered, and sandals, hats, or sunglasses are not permitted inside.
• Flash photography is prohibited inside all monuments.
• Large bags and backpacks are not allowed inside the Complex. Please remember that there are no cloakrooms at the site.

Accessibility

• Ramps available at the Cathedral, Baptistery, Museum, and Santa Reparata.
• Dome and Bell Tower are not wheelchair accessible and are not recommended for visitors with limited mobility, heart, or back issues.
• Certified guide dogs are allowed in all accessible areas.

Additional information

• The Dome has 463 steps, and Giotto’s Bell Tower has 414, no elevators are available.
• Dome and Bell Tower entries are self-guided.
• Children under the age of 7 are not allowed to climb the Dome or the Bell Tower. Those between the ages of 7-14 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Baptistery’s mosaic vaults are under restoration and not visible; it closes at 2pm on the first Sunday of each month.
• The Opera del Duomo Museum is closed on the first Tuesday of every month.

Inclusions #

• Guided tour of Florence Duomo, the Crypt of Santa Reparata, Opera del Duomo Museum, & St. John's Baptistery

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

• Access to Giotto's Bell Tower (as per option selected)

• Access to Brunelleschi's Dome (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Access to the Secret Terraces

Access all 5 monuments in Florence’s UNESCO-listed complex, complete with the legendary dome climb and an immersive audio guide.

• Everything you get: Climb Brunelleschi’s Dome at your chosen time slot for sweeping views and a close look at Vasari’s frescoes. Within the next 72 hours, explore the grand interiors of Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, the mosaics in the Baptistery, and enjoy a second city view from Giotto’s Bell Tower. Visit the Opera del Duomo Museum, home to Michelangelo’s Pietà, all with an audio guide in English, Spanish, German, or Italian.
• Why choose this: With timed entry, you step in without long waits, while the 3-day validity lets you explore the Complex at your own pace for the right mix of structure and flexibility. Add a multilingual audio guide, and you’ll catch every key highlight and story along the way.
• Upgrades: Enrich your visit with an expert-led tour of the Duomo Complex, uncovering the artistry and engineering brilliance behind its monuments. Or choose an exclusive tour of the hard-to-access Secret Terraces, complete with legends of Brunelleschi’s rivalry with Ghiberti.

Inclusions #

• Timed-entry to Brunelleschi's dome

• Entry to Florence Duomo, Giotto's Bell Tower, Opera del Duomo Museum, St. John’s Baptistery, and Santa Reparata Crypt

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

• English-guided tour of the Cathedral and Secret Terraces (as per option selected)

• English-guided tour of the Cathedral exteriors, Baptistery, & Opera Museum (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Live guide

• Hotel transfers

What to bring

• Please carry a valid ID to show at the entrance.

What's not allowed

• Pets, unless they're service animals
• Photography is allowed, but without flash. Tripods are forbidden inside the Cathedral complex.

Accessibility

• The Dome, Bell Tower, and Secret Terraces access involves steep, narrow stairs and is not suitable for wheelchair users or people with limited mobility.

Additional information

• Your entry to the other Duomo Complex sites remains valid for 3 days from your timed Dome climb.
• Remember to dress modestly, with shoulders and knees covered for your Cathedral and Baptistery visit.
• Please note that guards may occasionally limit the time spent inside the Bell Tower to help manage crowd flow.

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.

Inclusions #

• 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)

Exclusions #

• Hotel transfers