Florence Cathedral, Crypt with Terrace Entrance and Dome Climb
Guided visit with direct access to the magnificent Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, a treasure chest of inestimable artistic works, led by your professional guide. Learn the history of the early Christian Crypt of Santa Reparata on which the present Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore was erected in the 13th century. Admire the elegance of the spaces of the three naves, the beauty of the splendid marble choir and the complex of the precious stained-glass windows, together with the mysterious clock by Paolo Uccello. Enjoy the marvelous carpet of polychrome marbles and looking up, the immense precious interior of the Dome, the biggest fresco in the world. Brunelleschi's Dome is the largest ever built in masonry and icon of Renaissance architecture.Then, get the exclusive access to its Terrace, and experience the sensation of almost “touch” part of the city. Your visit continues with the Dome climb to get up to the top and admire 360°Florence breathtaking view from its highest location.
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Stop At: Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, Via della Canonica, 1 Piazza del Duomo, 50122, Florence Italy
This exclusive tour starts with a guided exploration of the stunning Florence Cathedral, entering through a priority entrance and skipping the line.
Your expert guide will lead you through the magnificent Crypt of Santa Reparata, the three naves, where you can admire the magnificent marble choir by Bandinelli and the stained-glass windows by Donatello, Ghiberti, and Andrea del Castagno. You'll also encounter the clock designed by Paolo Uccello and walk on a beautiful mosaic of polychrome marbles.
As you gaze upward, you'll be amazed by the immense interior of the Dome, entirely frescoed by Vasari, making it the world's largest fresco. Brunelleschi's iconic Dome, stands as a symbol of Renaissance architecture.
Additionally, you'll have the exclusive opportunity to visit one of the Cathedral's terraces, offering a front-row view of the breathtaking panorama dominated by Brunelleschi's Dome.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Cupola del Brunelleschi, Piazza del Duomo Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, 50122, Florence Italy
From this breath-taking location, you will experience the incredible sensation of being able to “touch” part of the city center and admire the wonderful hills surrounding it. At the end of the guided tour, you can continue your visit on your own, directly from the north terrace, without any additional queue, using your ticket to climb even higher, up to the magnificent Dome, where you can enjoy a spectacular 360° view of Florence, from its highest location.
Only from September 18th to October 31st, 2023: the guided visit will include the climb up to the Dome
Duration: 30 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"We suggest to wear comfortable shoes"
"Appropriate clothing is mandatory to visit places of worship: access to the Cathedral is allowed only if equipped with suitable clothing: It is forbidden entry with shorts, bare shoulders, sandals, heels or flip flops, hats and sunglasses."
"Please note that this tour is not available for children 0-7 years old."
"Children and teenagers from 8 to 17 years old must be accompanied by an adult"
"Number of steps to reach the top of the Terrace 153 and from the Terrace to the Top of the Dome 310 = total of 463 steps"
"If you have the following types of bags: Backpacks of any bulk or size and any bag designed to be worn on the back; Bags, suitcases, parcels, bags and containers in general that exceed the dimensions of 35cm x 30cm x 15cm: Any object which, in the unquestionable judgment of the staff in charge, may constitute a danger to other visitors or to the integrity and safety of the structure, It is mandatory to arrive 30 minutes early at the meeting point because, before the visit, after receiving the entrance ticket, to deposit all the objects required by the Regulations at the cloakroom (Piazza Duomo, 38/r). Attention: baggage retrieval must take place at the end of the visit according to the scheduled time. In any case, the duration of the deposit cannot exceed the closing time of the cloakroom."
"Professional local guide at your side for the whole duration of the tour (including the climb up to the Dome) - from September 18th to October 31st, 2023)"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Start Time:
10:40 AM
Duration: 2 Hours
Start location: Via dei Tavolini, 15, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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