Why choose this Florence tour ?
Discover Florence Cathedral and see the city from 2 exclusive and breathtaking point of views: the terraces and Brunelleschi’s magnificent Dome.
Our tour is fully guided by an official expert: don’t miss the opportunity to learn everything about the frescos you will admire from a short distance while you are climbing the Dome.
Exclusive access to the terrace is reserved, not available to the general public. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to be among the first to enter, escorted by the official key-holder of the day
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What makes Skip-the-line Duomo Terraces and Dome Climb Tour in Florence a unique experience ?
The group will enter in the Duomo, then it will climb in order to reach the exclusive terraces first (153 steps) and then the very top of the Brunelleschi’s Cupola (310 steps).
Climb the Dome and admire the breath taking panorama of Florence city center
My St. John, the beautiful, as Dante called it, is an octagonal structure measuring 25.6 meters (84 feet) across, featuring an apsidal extension on the west side. The exterior is arranged in three vertical levels and topped with a double vault comprising eight internal segments and an eight-sided prismatic roof. You can visit the Baptistery with the same ticket, exploring at your own pace without any rush
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
- Comfortable shoes suggested
- Please note the number of steps to reach the top of each monument: Terraces: 153 and Terraces + Brunelleschi’s Dome: 153 + 310
- Due to the security checks, please be informed that for the entrance to the Dome and Terraces, bulky backpacks and bags are not allowed to climb
- Children under 7 years old are not admitted
- Occasional events at the Duomo may cause slight itinerary changes
- You’ll have the opportunity to visit the other monuments of the Duomo complex on your own within 72 hours after the tour: Baptistery, Giotto’s Bell Tower, Opera del Duomo Museum
- The visit to the Terraces is not included in the Private Exclusive First Access option
- Operates in all weather conditions
- Due to the presence of narrow stairs, this tour is not suitable for those with heart problems and/or claustrophobic
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Sunset Terraces & Dome only
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Monolinguial Tour in English: This tour does not include a guided visit to the Cathedral; it covers only the Terraces and Brunelleschi’s Dome
Starting point:
Apple Firenze, Piazza della Repubblica, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy - Full Duomo Tour with Terraces
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Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: 2.5 hours
Monolingual Tour in English: A comprehensive guided tour led by an expert, offering detailed explanations, including information about the terraces
Starting point:
Apple Firenze, Piazza della Repubblica, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy - Tour in Spanish
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Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: 2.5 hours
Monolingual tour in Spanish: A comprehensive guided tour led by an expert, offering detailed explanations, including information about the terraces
Starting point:
Apple Firenze, Piazza della Repubblica, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy - Early Duomo Exclusive Access
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Duration: 2 hours
Monolingual tour in English: Exclusive early morning tour of Florence Cathedral with the key holder. Please note that the terrace visit is not included
Starting point:
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Piazza del Duomo, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
Skip-the-line Duomo Terraces and Dome Climb Tour in Florence Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- A 72-hour pass starting from the beginning of the tour, for tower, baptistery, crypt, Opera Museum
- Experience this small group tour with no more than 20 guests per guide
- Spanish speaking fully licensed Art & History guide
- English speaking fully licensed Art & History guide
- Explore the top of Brunelleschi’s Dome with an official guide, not independently
- Exclusive opening of the Duomo terraces only for Duomo option
- Earphones for groups bigger than 6 pax
- Guided tour of the Cathedral (skip the line)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Towns of Italy.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 803 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• We regret to inform that this tour is not suitable for guests with wheelchairs or with impaired mobility
• Due to the presence of narrow stairs, this tour is not suitable for those with heart problems and/or claustrophobia
• 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.
• Comfortable shoes suggested.
• The visit to the Duomo Terraces is not included in the Awakening option
• Please note the number of steps to reach the top of each monument: Terraces: 153 & Terraces + Brunelleschi’s Dome: 153 + 310
IMPORTANT MEETING POINT:
– For DUOMO tour with terraces option (12PM and 6PM) the meeting point is @Apple store Piazza della Repubblica Florence (Next to Towns of Italy Kiosk)
– For Early Duomo exclusive first access option (6.45AM) the meeting point is in front of the Cathedral main entrance at 6.30
