Florence Duomo Terraces & Brunelleschi's Dome Climb Tour

Discover the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore on a shared guided walking tour, taking in Paolo Uccello’s clock, Vasari’s frescoes and Bandinelli’s marble choir. Climb narrow staircases for rooftop views and learn how Brunelleschi’s dome was built 600 years ago. The English tour includes exclusive terrace access; the Spanish tour includes the terraces or a guided museum visit, depending on the season.

Itinerary

1. Meet your guide at Via dei Lamberti, 1, in Florence for the 12:00 departure.
2. Explore the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore in depth, then continue to the terraces and Brunelleschi's Dome on a 2-hour 30-minute guided tour. The Guided Tour in English with Hidden Terraces and Dome includes the mid-level terraces; the Guided Tour in Spanish with Hidden Terraces / Museum and Dome includes the hidden terraces or Duomo Museums, depending on the season, before the guided dome visit.
3. Finish at 14:30 outside the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore in Piazza del Duomo, Florence.

What's Included

• Professional English- or Spanish-speaking guide
• Skip-the-line cathedral admission and in-depth guided interior visit
• Skip-the-line access to climb Brunelleschi’s Dome
• 72-hour Brunelleschi Pass for independent visits to the bell tower, baptistery, crypt and Opera Museum, valid from the start of the tour
• Earphones for groups of more than 5 participants

Important details

• Ages 7+ only. Children aged 7–17 require an accompanying adult with a paid ticket.
• Requires considerable walking and stair climbing: 153 steps to the terraces and 463 steps in total to reach the terraces and dome.
• This activity is not wheelchair-accessible.
• This activity is not recommended if you have heart disease or claustrophobia.
• Pets are not allowed.
• Wear clothing that covers your knees and shoulders. Flip-flops, shorts, tank tops and sleeveless shirts are not permitted.
• Do not bring backpacks or large bags.
• The tour runs rain or shine. Access inside the cathedral and dome may vary with museum restrictions.
• Arrive 15 minutes before departure.