Florence Premium Duomo Tour with Terrace View and Dome Climb
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Admire the magical aerial panorama and learn the secrets of the Duomo from a different point of view. Enjoy an exclusive perspective: admire Florence panorama from the Duomoʼs 32 metres high terrace and climb up to the top of the Dome!
With this tour, you will also receive 72 hour full-access, skip-the-line passes to all parts of the Duomo Complex, except for Giotto's Bell Tower. This activity includes: Giovanni’s Baptistery and Museo dell’Opera del Duomo. Spend your remaining time in Florence, without being rushed, visiting the city's top monuments.
Additional Info
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 starting from 1st May 2023 bulky backpacks and bags will no longer be 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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Guided tour of the Cathedral and exceptional opening of Duomo North terrace
Skip the line and reserved access to Brunelleschi's Dome
Professional guide
Exclusive access to the central nave
72 hour full-access to Duomo Complex: the Baptistery and Opera del Duomo Museum
Skip the line access to Florence Cathedral
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Entrance to Giotto's Bell Tower
What To Expect
Florence
Meet your expert, monolingual tour guide for an enchanting walk towards the Florence Duomo. You will be welcomed by the imposing red, white, and green marbled Duomo Complex: the Cathedral, Bell Tower, Baptistery, and Dome.
Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore
Your licensed guide for Santa Maria del Fiore will go into vivid detail about the church and its fascinating history. You will learn why, unlike many others in Italy, the Florentines decided to keep the inside of Santa Maria del Fiore stark, with less decorations and elaborate frescoes. Discover the stories behind the cathedral's artwork, until you reach the front and look up - it is Brunelleschi’s dome. The frescoed dome is truly breathtaking! As the highlight of Santa Maria del Fiore, you will be eager to see it upclose… Follow your guide up a small set of stairs to the “hidden terrace.” A guard will unlock the door, and you will have complete access to a secret balcony. Admire panoramic views of Florence from above, as well as incredible access to the best photo spot right next to the dome. You will walk back in through a secret room of old statues which were previously placed outside of the Cathedral. The tour will last about an hour.
Options
Tour in English
Reviews
370 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fabulous Tour
samahs605,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was absolutely fabulous! Our guide, Jacomo, was knowledgeable, informative, and very helpful. He shared fascinating stories about the dome’s construction. Highly recommended!
Magical afternoon
352categ,
Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Giulia was amazing as a guide; she is passionate about the subject and very knowledgeable. We had a little glitch because we did not know backpacks are not allowed on the tour, but we sorted it out with Giulia and really enjoyed the tour. Would def do again; it was magical to be in the duomo with a guide, and the access we had meant the crowds were smaller.
Pricey. Nice to...
Greg M,
Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00Pricey. Nice to skip-the-line. Too much background talk on topics not Duomo related. Guide had poor diction. ( we did tip, however). Got stuck above church floor on hot catwalk for twenty minutes while group above waited to come down. Poor timing and/or coordination. The views from above were amazing. Church was great- but limited time within main floor.
Skip the long lines and take ALL the steps to the top!
John L,
Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Jacamo, was excellent! He provided a tremendous amount of information with just the right mix of comedy sprinkled in to keep us interested. Would take the tour again just to hear him present the topics!
Majestic View: Highly recommend!
Ada C,
Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Highly recommend the tour. And the majestic view in particular. We had an excellent guide. Very informative. The climb to the secret terrace was challenging but manageable. I was able to make it to the top of the duomo. The climb was steep. The view at the top and on the terrace overlooking the landscape of the city was all worth it. Magnificent view from the top if you are willing to climb the stairs.
Excellent tour
MandZM,
Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun and informative tour Tour guide well very knowledgeable and passionate Climbing to the top of the Duomo and viewing Florence from this point of view was thrilling
Beautiful views....
Brenda D,
Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Beautiful views. Strenuous walk up to the top but worth it!! Stunning view of Florence. Seeing the ceiling up close was interesting!!
VIP Florence From Up Top
E2259EJkevind,
Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Giacomo was our guide and he was awesome! The tour was everything it was billing to be. It was both interesting and informative. The Terrace was panoramic and the 350 steps beyond that to the very top were manageable. The VIP has 72 hour access to the Duomo, Baptistry and the Crypt. I would recommend the morning tour as the Crypt was closed by the time we finished in the afternoon. I would highly recommend this tour.
The best possible Dome tour
manicmonday18,
Aug 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the best and most informative time with our guide. I apologize I can’t recall his name but he is born in 1987 and originally from Spain. Those are pretty specific details so I assume there is only one guide with that backstory. Anyhow, he was very informative and enthusiastic. He has a wealth of knowledge and relayed all the info to us in a very digestible way. The tour itself is also incredible — you are off to the side and out of the crowds THE ENTIRE TIME. I will recommend this tour to friends and family. Book it.
Greta visit. Educational, fun and very active.
Laila k,
Aug 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide was very nice. We had a small inattentive kid in our group; he managed to engaged him in the tour throughout the day. We were impressed with his people’s skills. Thank you.
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