Florence Cathedral Tickets: Dome, Baptistery & Museum dell'Opera
Description
This ticket allows you to visit the Baptistery of the Florence Cathedral and the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo. You may also enhance your visit by including the Giotto's Campanile and Brunelleschi's Dome if you wish.
What’s Included?
The Florence Duomo stands as an architectural masterpiece, merging Gothic and Renaissance elements. Its facade, adorned with stunning marble in white, green, and pink tones, is an iconic emblem of the city.
Your ticket grants you a window of 72 hours to explore both the Baptistery of San Giovanni and the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo.
Here’s what you can expect from each site:
Baptistery of San Giovanni
One of Florence's most ancient monuments, the Baptistery of San Giovanni invites you to admire its magnificent vaulted ceiling. Inside, gilded mosaics bring to life biblical narratives.
Externally, the renowned Gates of Paradise crafted by Lorenzo Ghiberti exemplify Renaissance artistry and are an absolute must-see.
Museo dell'Opera del Duomo
Your ticket also provides access to the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, which showcases a remarkable collection of sculptures and original pieces that once adorned the Cathedral and its surroundings.
Key highlights include Michelangelo's Bandini Pietà, a deeply expressive unfinished sculpture, the original panels of Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise, and significant works by Donatello such as his poignant Mary Magdalene.
Enhance Your Visit with the Dome and Campanile
If desired, you can complement your experience by visiting the dome and campanile, each offering unique perspectives.
Brunelleschi's Dome
Brunelleschi’s Dome represents a pinnacle of Renaissance architectural achievement. Upon presentation of your ticket, climb the impressive 463 steps and relish the frescoes by Giorgio Vasari and Federico Zuccari that illustrate the Last Judgment on your ascent.
At the summit, enjoy breathtaking vistas of Florence, characterized by its terracotta rooftops, historic churches, and the course of the Arno River—ideal for memorable photographs!
Giotto's Campanile
Soaring to 84 meters (276 feet), Giotto’s Campanile is among Italy's most striking towers. Adorned with colorful marble and intricate relief sculptures, this bell tower of the Florence Duomo epitomizes exquisite Florentine Gothic architecture.
Are you ready to ascend its 414 steps? From the top, discover spectacular views of the Tuscan capital, including a distinctive angle of Brunelleschi's Dome.
How It Works
On your chosen day, collect your tickets at Piazza del Duomo 15r, directly in front of the entrance to Brunelleschi's Dome. Note that the time selected upon booking indicates your entry time to Brunelleschi's Dome, while for other monuments, you have 3 days from your booking date to visit them.
Operating Hours:
- Florence Cathedral: 10:15 am to 3:45 pm. Closed on Sundays.
- Brunelleschi's Dome: Monday to Friday from 8:15 am to 7:30 pm; Saturdays from 8:15 am to 5:15 pm; Sundays from 12:30 pm to 5:15 pm.
- Baptistery of San Giovanni: 8:30 am to 7:30 pm.
- Giotto's Campanile: 8:15 am to 6:45 pm.
- Museo dell'Opera del Duomo: 8:30 am to 6 pm.
Food Tasting
Your ticket includes a tasting of traditional Tuscan products. Enjoy a variety of extra virgin olive oils, truffle specialties, and classic baked treats such as schiacciata and cantuccini.
Tastings are held at Pany da Lory Firenze within Florence's Central Market. The tasting schedule is as follows:
- Monday to Friday: 7 am to 3 pm.
- Saturdays: 9 am to 3 pm.
- Sundays: closed.
If your visit overlaps with the venue's hours, you can enjoy the tasting experience either prior to or following your exploration, subject to available times. Should your booking fall on a Sunday, you may arrange to taste on Saturday (the day before) or Monday (the day after).
Guided Tour of the Duomo
If you wish to delve deeper into the Duomo’s history and architecture with an English-speaking guide, consider booking a guided tour of the Florence Cathedral instead.
What's included
- Admission to the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
- Admission to Brunelleschi's Dome (depending on the option chosen)
- Admission to Giotto's Campanile (depending on the option chosen)
- Admission to the Baptistery of San Giovanni
- Admission to the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo
- Admission to the Crypt of Santa Reparata
- English audioguide (for the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Brunelleschi's Dome only)
- Tasting of typical Tuscan products
What's not included
- Earphones
Cancellation policy
Non rimborsabile
Important information
You'll receive your tickets and instructions for the audio app via WhatsApp or email (using the contact information provided) approximately 24 hours before your visit. We recommend downloading everything in advance using a Wi-Fi connection.
If you need help, on the day of the activity, you'll need to pick up your tickets at the selected time at the Piazza del Duomo, 15r (Piazza del Duomo, 15r, 50122 Florencia FI, Italy). You can see the exact address at the following Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/z4K3s2cquvyBKpnf9.
You must arrive 15 minutes beforehand. Please note that failing to arrive at your reserved time may result in being denied entry to the monument.
You can see a picture of the meeting point below:
The personnel will be wearing yellow jackets with the “ACCORD” logo. They will give you your tickets.
For any emergencies, you can send an email to the following email address: support.accord@1way2italy.it
Please note that, in case you have booked the option that includes Brunelleschi's Dome, the selected time you book will be the specific time you'll need to access the dome. For the rest of the attractions, you'll be informed of the schedule during the booking process, and it will correspond with the time of the visit.
Tickets can only be collected 15 minutes before the start time indicated on this booking voucher.
Opening Times
The opening times of the monuments are the following:
- Florence Cathedral: open from 10:15 am to 3:45 pm. The monument is closed on Sundays.
- Brunelleschi's Dome: open from Monday to Friday from 8:15 am to 7:30 pm, Saturdays from 8:15 am to 5:15 pm, Sunday from 12:30 pm to 5:15 pm
- Baptistery of Saint John: open from 8:30 am to 7:30 pm
- Giotto's Campanile: open from 8:15 am to 6:45 pm
- Museo dell'Opera del Duomo: open from 8:30 am to 6 pm
Important Info
- Please note that Giotto's Campanile in Florence will be closed from November 10 to 14.
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes.
- Please respect the dress code: your knees and shoulders must be covered. Flip-flops, hats, and sunglasses are not allowed, nor are bare shoulders or legs, tight clothing, sleeveless shirts, or low-cut tops.
- To use the audio guide, you'll need to download an app. We'll send you the instructions via email or WhatsApp 24 hours before your visit. To ensure a smooth experience, we recommend downloading the app before the activity.
- For the tour, you'll need to leave your luggage that surpasses the allowed size in a locker (Piazza Duomo 38/r) before the starting time of your tour.
- Please note that visitors with prohibited items will not be allowed. Re-entry to the monuments is not allowed.
- Don't forget your earphones.
- Please note that all visitors to the museum must pass through a security check; at peak times, the wait for the checkpoint is about 10 to 15 minutes.
Tuscan Tasting
This ticket includes a tasting of typical Tuscan products. You can try a selection of extra virgin olive oil, truffle delicacies, and products from a traditional bakery, such as schiacciata and cantuccini.
The tasting takes place at Pany da Lory Firenze, located at the Central Market in Florence (il Mercato Centrale Firenze, Piazza del Mercato Centrale, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy). The opening times are the following:
- Monday to Friday: from 7 am to 3 pm
- Saturday: from 9 am to 3 pm
- Sunday: closed
Even though your tour can coincide with the closing of the establishment, you can enjoy the tasting before the tour begins or after the tour, depending on the available times. If your tour is on a Sunday, the day the establishment closes, you can enjoy the tasting the day before (Saturday) or the day after (Monday).
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