The Duomo Complex and Its Hidden Terraces

Florence 2 hours
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Explore Florence's Duomo in greater depth on this guided tour. Choose from a range of tour options to suit your budget and interests. If chosen, learn about Brunelleschi’s dome as you climb to the top, stopping along the way to visit the North Terrace, closed to the general public. Depending on your tour, use your passes to explore the rest of the cathedral complex at your own pace.


  • Get up close and personal to a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Beat crowd anxiety with skip-the-line entry to the cathedral
  • Don't worry about language barriers, with an English speaking guide
  • Enjoy rooftop views of Florence that aren't accessible to the general public
  • Professional English Only Tour Guide
  • Exclusive access to the central nave
  • 72 hour full-access to Duomo Complex: the Baptistery and Opera del Duomo Museum - if option selected
  • Skip the line and reserved access to Brunelleschi's Dome - if option selected
  • Skip the line access to Florence Cathedral
  • Guided tour of the Cathedral and exceptional opening of Duomo North terrace - if option selected

Exclusions

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Entrance to Giotto's Bell Tower
  • 11.15 am and 1.00 pm tours do not include access to Terraces and to the Dome

Additional Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Good walking shoes are recommended
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • Please note the number of steps to reach the top of each monument: Terraces: 153 - Terraces + Brunelleschi's Dome: 153 + 310 from the Terraces
  • Kindly note that bulky backpacks and bags are not allowed inside the Dome and Terraces to ensure the safety and security of all visitors.
  • This activity is not allowed for children under 7 years of age
  • Also, access to the Cupola and the Terraces will be denied in case you wear high heels, flip-flops, slippers, clogs and similar footwear
  • 11.15 am and 1.00 pm tours do not include access to Terraces and to the Dome and the total duration of the guided tour is 30 minutes
  • The meeting point changes according to the the option and the starting time: - 2.15 pm Duomo + Terraces + Cupola: Ciao Florence Sales Office in Via Cavour, 18 Black - 11.15 am and 1.00 pm 30' Cathedral Only Guided Tour: PIAZZA DEL DUOMO, n.19/20 in front of "Misericordia" Museum
12 Via Camillo Cavour, Firenze, Toscana, 50122 Get directions
  • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
  • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

Guide Languages

• English

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