Skip-the-line Duomo Terraces and Dome Climb Tour in Florence
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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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
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
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.
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
Operates in all weather conditions
The visit to the Terraces is not included in the Spanish Tour option
Comfortable shoes suggested
Due to the presence of narrow stairs, this tour is not suitable for those with heart problems and/or claustrophobic
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Exclusive opening of the Duomo terraces only for Full Duomo Tour option
Experience this small group tour with no more than 20 guests per guide
Access to the Baptistry - self guided
Explore the top of Brunelleschi's Dome with an official guide, not independently
The Spanish tour includes the Cathedral, the Dome and the Museum of the Duomo excluding the terraces
Earphones for groups bigger than 6 pax
English & Spanish speaking fully licensed Art & History guide
Access to the Giotto Bell Tower - self guided
Guided tour of the Cathedral (skip the line)
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
The Early Duomo Exclusive Access does not include access to the Terraces
The Spanish tour does not include access to the Terraces
What To Expect
Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore
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).
Cupola Del Brunelleschi
Climb the Dome and admire the breath taking panorama of Florence city center
Options
Walk & Duomo with Dome - ENG
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
Florence 360 Tour in ENGLISH: Fully guided city walking tour & Duomo visit with skip the line access to the terraces and Dome. 2 meeting points.
Starting point:
Apple Firenze, Piazza della Repubblica, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
Private Duomo & Terraces Tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Exclusive Guide, Your Own Pace: Explore the Duomo & terraces with your private English guide. Full attention, tailored pace, and deep insight—just for you.
Duomo guided tour in English
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: 2.5 hours
Monolingual Tour in English: A comprehensive guided tour led by an expert, offering detailed explanations, including the visit of the Terraces and Dome.
Starting point:
Apple Firenze, Piazza della Repubblica, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
Early Duomo Exclusive Access
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
Walk & Duomo with Dome - ESP
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
Florence 360 Tour in SPANISH: Fully guided city walking tour & Duomo visit with skip the line access to the terraces and Dome. 2 meeting points.
Starting point:
Apple Firenze, Piazza della Repubblica, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
Duomo guided tour in Spanish
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: 2.5 hours
Monolingual Tour in Spanish: Tour includes a guided visit to the Duomo Museum, access to Florence's Cathedral, and a climb to Brunelleschi's Dome
Starting point:
Apple Firenze, Piazza della Repubblica, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
Reviews
929 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful guide, skip the huuuuge line
Robert L,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great tour! Skip the enormous line and see the beautiful duomo and Florence skyline. Weather was horrible but our tour guide (Sybil) was absolutely wonderful. Highly recommend.
Excellent tour you must do.
Frank M,
Sep 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Highly recommend this tour. Gives you additional access to the terraces and the Cupola. Marta was an excellent tour guide. Very informative. The climb to the top was worth it. Don’t let the amount of steps to scare you. You’ll be happy you did it. Thank you, Marta l for such an amazing tour.
The tour guide was...
Amy f,
Sep 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour guide was fabulous. All the extra time we took inside the dome and outside on the terraces was awesome. Would highly recommmend this tour.
Sitting on top of florence from the santa maria novella in florence
james c,
Sep 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00A fantastic way to see florence and be embrace by the sheer history of such a beautiful city our tour guide was so passionate and knowledgeable it was a pleasure to taken on a journey with her and then being able to walk along and atop of the santa maria novella was a memory's my wife and will cherish thank you again.
Information during the...
Natalie S,
Sep 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00Information during the tour was interesting and the guide was enjoyable. Skipping the line to go inside is worth the cost alone. It was wrapped around the building! The view inside and outside from balconies were amazing. Be prepared, the steps are no joke. First “flight” is 150 steps in a confined tunnel.
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