Florence Duomo Tour: Dome & Terraces or First Entry Dome Climb
Overview
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
What's Included
- This tour has different meeting points depending on the option selected at checkout
- Earphones for groups bigger than 6 pax
- Exclusive opening of Duomo Terraces (Spanish tour includes terraces or museum visit by season)
- Guided tour of the Cathedral (skip the line)
- Access to the Giotto Bell Tower - self guided
- English & Spanish speaking fully licensed Art & History guide
- Explore the top of Brunelleschi's Dome with an official guide, not independently
- Access to the Baptistry - self guided
- Guided tour in Spanish includes the Cathedral and the Dome; terraces or museum vary by season.
- Experience this small group tour with no more than 20 guests per guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- The Early Duomo Exclusive Access does not include access to the Terraces
Meeting Location
Piazza del Duomo
50122 Firenze FI, Italy
What To Expect
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Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore
1 hour 40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Cupola Del Brunelleschi
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Battistero Di San Giovanni (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Due to the presence of narrow stairs, this tour is not suitable for those with heart problems and/or claustrophobic
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Important Update: New Meeting Point STARTING FROM MARCH 2026: Florence – Via de’ Lamberti, 1 Look for the Towns of Italy tour guide in front of civic number 1.
- Important: the inclusions vary depending on the option selected at checkout. Each option clearly lists what is included before you complete your purchase.
- 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 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 and in those option where is not clearly mentioned
- Operates in all weather conditions
- The visit to the Terraces is not included in the Spanish Tour option
- Comfortable shoes suggested
- Guided tour in Spanish including the Cathedral visit and Brunelleschi’s Dome climb. Depending on the season, the experience may also include exclusive access to the Duomo Terraces OR a guided visit of the Duomo Museum.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
- This tour has different meeting points depending on the option selected at checkout.
- Earphones for groups bigger than 6 pax.
- Exclusive opening of Duomo Terraces (Spanish tour includes terraces or museum visit by season).
- Guided tour of the Cathedral (skip the line).
- Access to the Giotto Bell Tower - self guided.
- English & Spanish speaking fully licensed Art & History guide.
- Explore the top of Brunelleschi's Dome with an official guide, not independently.
- Access to the Baptistry - self guided.
- Guided tour in Spanish includes the Cathedral and the Dome; terraces or museum vary by season.
- Experience this small group tour with no more than 20 guests per guide.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- The Early Duomo Exclusive Access does not include access to the Terraces.
The minimum age to participate is 7. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Florence Duomo Tour: Dome & Terraces or First Entry Dome Climb is as follows:
- 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
- Due to the presence of narrow stairs, this tour is not suitable for those with heart problems and/or claustrophobic
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Florence Duomo Tour: Dome & Terraces or First Entry Dome Climb will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- This tour has different meeting points depending on the option selected at checkout
- Earphones for groups bigger than 6 pax
- Exclusive opening of Duomo Terraces (Spanish tour includes terraces or museum visit by season)
- Guided tour of the Cathedral (skip the line)
- Access to the Giotto Bell Tower - self guided
- English & Spanish speaking fully licensed Art & History guide
- Explore the top of Brunelleschi's Dome with an official guide, not independently
- Access to the Baptistry - self guided
- Guided tour in Spanish includes the Cathedral and the Dome; terraces or museum vary by season.
- Experience this small group tour with no more than 20 guests per guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- The Early Duomo Exclusive Access does not include access to the Terraces
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Due to the presence of narrow stairs, this tour is not suitable for those with heart problems and/or claustrophobic
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Important Update: New Meeting Point STARTING FROM MARCH 2026: Florence – Via de’ Lamberti, 1 Look for the Towns of Italy tour guide in front of civic number 1.
- Important: the inclusions vary depending on the option selected at checkout. Each option clearly lists what is included before you complete your purchase.
- 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 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 and in those option where is not clearly mentioned
- Operates in all weather conditions
- The visit to the Terraces is not included in the Spanish Tour option
- Comfortable shoes suggested
- Guided tour in Spanish including the Cathedral visit and Brunelleschi’s Dome climb. Depending on the season, the experience may also include exclusive access to the Duomo Terraces OR a guided visit of the Duomo Museum.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- Operated by a business
