Florence: Duomo Express Guided Tour

Overview

Explore the Florence Dome on a 30-minute express guided tour. Accompanied by an expert guide, you will discover the cathedral's imposing architecture and the history of the Medici family. The tour allows you to admire the Golden Gate designed by Ghiberti and contemplate Brunelleschi's Dome while learning historical anecdotes about this iconic monument. The activity includes a timed entry ticket for the Dome as well as access to the Museo della Misericordia, where works and artefacts illustrating the city's charitable heritage are exhibited. Two options are available: a tour focused on the Duomo or a combination including the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo's David.

Itinerary

1. Florence

   Join our guide at a designated meeting point near the Cathedral, from where your guided tour will start.

   · Non-stop passage

2. Le Duomo, Cathédrale Santa Maria del Fiore

   With your expert guide by your side, you'll dive straight into exploring the highlights of this iconic landmark, ensuring you make the most of your time with a guided tour of its key features.

   · 19 min

3. Cupola Del Brunelleschi

   Why go through the effort of climbing when you can enjoy a breath-taking view of Brunelleschi's Dome right from the ground floor? During your 30-minute express tour, you'll be treated to a stunning sight of the dome from inside the cathedral. Rest assured, our guide will be there every step of the way to provide you with insights and information.

   · 10 min· Admission not included

4. Museo della Misericordia di Firenze

   Following your guided tour of the Cathedral, we recommend continuing your exploration by paying a visit to the Museo Della Misericordia, which entry is also included in the cost of your tour.

   · 1 min· Admission included

How to use your ticket

- It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 10 - 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded. - DRESS CODE: Entrance into any religious site requires a strict dress code. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. The company will not be held responsible for refused entry due to unsuitable dress. - Mandatory: Everyone is required to carry a copy of the identification page of their passports on all tours. A photo of the first page of your passport saved on your smartphone works as well. - We will be subject to a security check at the entrance to all sites. Depending on the volume of visitors, we may have a short wait in the security line. - We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages. - The museums, sites, and monuments we visit on our tours are among the most popular in the world. Careful planning helps limit crowd exposure, but please be aware that some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours/high season. - TTG reserves the right to alter itineraries for reasons of safety, restoration, maintenance, adverse weather conditions or occasional events. - You can use either your booking voucher or Duomo entry ticket for independent access to the Misericordia Museum. Please note that the last entry to the museum is at 3:30 PM and the museum closes at 4 PM. - We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected, however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last-minute changes on rare occasions.

Meeting and end point

What to know before you go

• Public transport available nearby.
• Suitable for all fitness levels.
• Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men and women to enter the Dome, otherwise entry may be refused.
• The group is limited to 25 participants.
• Confirmation is immediate upon booking.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation for a full refund at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure date.

Who is it for?

• Travellers with limited time thanks to the express format.
• Those interested in Renaissance architecture and history.
• English-speaking visitors (guide in English).

What makes it different

• Includes a timed entry ticket for the Dome.
• Included access to the Museo della Misericordia.
• Option to combine the tour with the Accademia Gallery.

Frequently asked questions

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