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Florence Duomo Complex Private Guided Tour

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Florence, Italy
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2 to 3 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

The Duomo Square offers a breathtaking view, especially at sunset, when the sun’s rays illuminate the polychrome marble of the buildings in the city’s religious complex: the Baptistery, the Cathedral, and Giotto’s Bell Tower.

With our certified guide, you’ll have the chance to admire the magnificent Byzantine mosaics on the vault inside the Baptistery, while outside you can see Lorenzo Ghiberti’s masterpiece, the east door of the Baptistery, commonly called the “Gate of Paradise.”

The next step of your journey will reveal the majestic Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the Duomo.

The final stop of the tour will be the Museum of the Opera del Duomo, where you can admire priceless works of artistic heritage.

If you choose the corresponding option, you’ll have the chance to climb Giotto’s Bell Tower.

What's Included

  • Headsets if necessary
  • Ticket to Baptistery, Museum, and Cathedral
  • Pick up (on foot) from your accommodation if centrally located
  • Drop-off at your accomodation
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Meeting and Pickup

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Clients will be picked up by their private guide if the accommodation is centrally located. The pick up will be on foot (no taxi or van transportation)

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Piazza del Duomo
6, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

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Piazza del Duomo
50122 Firenze FI, Italy

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Piazza del Duomo

The Duomo square offers a breathtaking view, especially at sunset, when the sun's rays 'light up' the polychrome marble of the buildings that form the religious complex of the city: the Baptistery, the Cathedral and Giotto's Bell Tower. In fact the chromatic homogeneity (green, white and red) beautifully harmonizes a stylistic variety.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore

The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, located in Florence, is one of the most famous masterpieces of Gothic and Renaissance architecture. Its construction began in 1296, designed by Arnolfo di Cambio, and was completed in 1436 with the majestic dome by Filippo Brunelleschi, a remarkable engineering innovation.Characterized by a façade of white, green, and pink marble, the cathedral is renowned for its impressive size and intricate decorative details. The Campanile of Giotto, next to the church, and the Baptistery of St. John, with the famous Gates of Paradise by Lorenzo Ghiberti, complete the magnificent complex.The interior, relatively sober compared to the exterior, houses artworks by artists such as Paolo Uccello and Donatello. The dome, with its famous frescoes of the Last Judgment by Giorgio Vasari and Federico Zuccari, dominates Florence's skyline and remains one of the most admired architectural wonders in the world.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Museo Dell'opera Del Duomo

The tour will take us to the museum of "Opera del Duomo" where you will admire up close works of high value from the artistic heritage of the religious complex; to be noted, along with others, "La Pietà" by Michelangelo. Please keep in mind that the Museum is closed on the first Tuesday of every month
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Battistero Di San Giovanni

With our Certified Guide you will have the opportunity to admire, inside, the stunning Byzantine mosaics of the vault while, outside, the masterpiece by Lorenzo Ghiberti, the east door of the Baptistery, commonly called 'the Gate of Paradise'.Please keep in mind that the Mosaics of the Baptistery are undergoing restoration
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Campanile di Giotto

Giotto's Bell Tower in Florence is a stunning example of Gothic architecture, standing next to the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Designed by Giotto di Bondone in 1334, it was completed in 1359 by Andrea Pisano and Francesco Talenti.The 84-meter-tall tower is decorated with white, green, and pink marble, harmonizing with the cathedral's façade. It features intricate geometric patterns, sculptural reliefs, and stunning statues, many of which are now preserved in the Museo dell’Opera del Duomo.Visitors can climb its 414 steps to enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of Florence, making it one of the city's most iconic landmarks.Visit Giotto's Bell Tower (if option is selected) Customers are kindly informed that Giotto’s Bell Tower will remain closed from November 10th to 14th.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Florence Duomo Complex Private Guided Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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 (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Headsets if necessary
  • Ticket to Baptistery, Museum, and Cathedral
  • Pick up (on foot) from your accommodation if centrally located
  • Private guide for 3 hours
  • Drop-off at your accomodation

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • 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
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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 keep in mind that the mosaics of the Baptistery are under restoration
  • The Opera Museum is closed on the first Tuesday of the month
  • Entry ticket to Giotto's Bell Tower (if option selected)
  • Entry passes are valid for 72 hours (3 calendar days), starting from midnight on the selected date

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