Duomo Express Guided Tour with Special Skip-the-Line Access

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30 to 120 minutes (Approx.)
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Overview

Skip long lines with priority access tickets to see the Florence Duomo, one of the city’s most striking architectural masterpieces. Maximize time with this express tour, learning about the building’s history and art from a local guide. See stained-glass windows, elaborate frescoes, and Vasari’s The Last Judgment that lines the 375-foot high dome.

What's Included

  • Climbing Access Ticket to the Dome [if option selected]
  • Entry tickets to the Museo della Misericordia
  • 30-minute guided tour with an expert, English-speaking local guide
  • Gratuity
  • Hotel pickup not offered
  • Dome access [if upgrade option not selected]
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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Piazza del Duomo, 19, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

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Your meeting point is in front of Museo della Misericordia, located in Piazza del Duomo. Your representative will be waiting for you on top of the steps next to the Museum entrance, in front of Giotto’s bell tower, holding a ‘Florence Duomo Guided Tour – City Wonders & AFTOURS sign.

End point

Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Piazza del Duomo, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

What To Expect

Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore

Your tour will begin just in front of the entrance to the Duomo ticket office at Piazza di San Giovanni, where your guide will lead you passed the public lines and directly into the cathedral, thanks to our special no wait access. Upon entering the church, your guide will begin the story of this incredible feat of engineering that required a whole new process for its construction. Including how, after nearly 200 years of construction, architect Filippo Brunelleschi's innovative approach finally enabled its completion.In addition to learning the history of this magnificent structure, you will also view the beautiful details of its interior including elaborate marble floors, stained-glass windows, and beautiful frescos. Your tour will be capped off by the viewing of Vasari’s famous Last Judgement, which lines the incredible 375 ft high dome.After your thirty-minute guided tour you will have the option to remain and explore the Duomo at your leisure or continue out to the beautiful Piazza del Duomo.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Cupola del Brunelleschi

The Brunelleschi Dome, part of the Florence Cathedral, is a crowning architectural achievement by Filippo Brunelleschi. Completed in the 15th century, it stands as an engineering marvel, showcasing a double-shell structure with an inner and outer dome. The red-tiled exterior harmonizes with the city's skyline. Climbing to the top will reward you with unparalleled panoramic views of Florence, making it a testament to Brunelleschi's innovative genius and a symbol of Renaissance ingenuity.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Museo della Misericordia di Firenze

This tour also includes tickets to the nearby Museo della Misericordia. You can visit this jewel of a museum on your own to see its selection of Renaissance paintings and learn about the history of the ambulance corps that was founded to deal with the Black Death.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The Museum closes at 4:00 PM. If you booked a tour at 3:00 PM or 3:30 PM you can visit the museum before your tour (by presenting the voucher at the entrance) or on the following day.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-3731P220

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