Florence Duomo Tour: Climb Brunelleschi's Dome

Explore Florence’s Duomo, climb Brunelleschi’s Dome, and skip the line for breathtaking views and rich history. Uncover fascinating tales and stunning architecture.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Piazza del Duomo - Piazza del Duomo is located in the heart of the historic center of Florence. It is dominated by the mass of the cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and related buildings such as Giotto’s bell tower and the baptistery of San Giovanni.
  • The Baptistery of St. John - The baptistery of San Giovanni Battista is a famous religious…
What's Included
  • Close up view of the 3600 square metres of frescoes covering the inside of Brunelleschi’s dome
  • Ascend 463 steps into the iconic dome to see its amazing construction
  • Expert local guide
  • See 360 degree panoramic views of the city from the top of the dome
  • Skip the line Florence Duomo tickets to climb Brunelleschi’s dome
  • Headsets to hear your guide clearly
Additional Information

Florence’s center of religion and spirituality is Piazza del Duomo. It is worth taking the time to explore and comprehend its remarkable architecture and rich history, which your guide will bring to life by sharing fascinating anecdotes, fascinating facts, and tales of the customs that were practiced here.
You’ll discover the history of the baptistery,…

Location
Via Vinegia, 23R
Via Vinegia
Meeting point is at our address in Via Vinegia 23r, right behind the Uffizi Gallery.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Obalits2025
May 4, 2025
The Best Guided Tour I've Ever Take - Our Walkabout Florence Duomo tour was an unforgettable experience, and the highlight, without a doubt, was our exceptional guide, Becky. Climbing the Duomo and skipping the long lines was a huge plus, but what truly elevated the tour was Becky’s passion, knowledge, and storytelling. She brought the history of the Duomo to life in a way that was engaging and enlightening. Her vivid descriptions of the architectural genius of Brunelleschi, the political drama surrounding the Medici family, and the artistic brilliance of the Renaissance made us see the cathedral not just as a marvel of engineering, but as a living monument to Florence’s cultural soul. The Duomo itself is absolutely breathtaking, with views from the top that are nothing short of spectacular. But it was Becky’s depth of insight and her enthusiasm that made this more than just a sightseeing stop — it became a journey through time. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Florence, and if you can, request Becky. She is truly remarkable.
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Joshuapatrick
Apr 23, 2025
Excellent tour, friendly guide, Adds background and context to your visit. - I was fascinated with this tour! I know I could have marched up to the top of the dome (very quickly!), however I thought it was so much more meaningful with a tour guide. We got lucky with our guide, Becky. We arrived at the wrong location for the meeting spot, but luckily we were early and she was able to find us at the office. She was very knowledgeable and gave us plenty of touristy tips and insights on the displays inside the Opera del Duomo Museum. She made sure I didn’t pass up the penitent Magdalena by Donatello and the Deposition by Michelangelo. This knowledge was imparted on me as I sped my way to my personal central focus, the Florence doors AKA Gates of Paradise. Did you know that Ghiberti spent 27 years on this? Thank you Walkabout, thank you Becky;)
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Rebecca_s
Mar 31, 2025
Becky is a wonderful tour... - Becky is a wonderful tour guide- so knowledgeable, kind, and makes the tour and the climb fun for all ages! We learned so much, and had a blast. Highly recommend!
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Q8499fdashleyd
Mar 24, 2025
Beautiful, fascinating art and history! - Becky was our guide - we were very lucky that no one else signed up for the Duomo tour - so it was like getting a private tour. She was incredibly informative - I learned so much about art and art history during the italian renaissance. The Duomo was incredible and she gave detailed information on its construction, the meaning behind the frescoes. I loved the visit to the associated museum where she pointed out important works and the evolution of artists’ styles and techniques. One of the most fascinating tours I’ve ever been on. The climb is strenuous but worth it. Communication is excellent. Seamless. Would go on so many more tours with Becky in particular! Strongly recommend!
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Charles_z
Mar 23, 2025
Don't skip this! - Very informative tour. Our wonderful guide, Becky, was very smart and sweet as can be. She was a wealth of information. We learned so much. She had the answer to every question we asked. She had a ton of patience with us as we took our time with the steps. It was well worth it! A spectacular view.
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Billandlisa2018
Mar 18, 2025
A memory for the books! - This tour was wonderful. The views of Florence from the top were amazing, but the experience of climbing through the passages to get there was the best. The artwork and craftsmanship catch your eye at every turn. The guide’s knowledge helped to pull the stories together.
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Ricnrin
Mar 18, 2025
Great tour! Great views! Great memories! - What a tour! Our guide Becky was amazing. She took our family of five through the museum, into the cathedral and up to the top of the dome -- to experience the most beautiful views of Florence. Along the way, she shared with us the wonderful stories of the artists, the politicians and the rich histories that combined to launch the Renaissance. This was a true highlight of a dream family trip to Italy.
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Mike_l
Mar 11, 2025
Becky was our guide she... - Becky was our guide she was fantastic! Very informative tour and wove together a beautifully cohesive morning ending with the museum.
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Coastal56718692001
Feb 24, 2025
Made it to the top! - Our guide Becky was terrific. She was very knowledgeable, interesting, and patient with us as we took our time climbing the dome. I would recommend her to anyone who may be hesitant about the climb.
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Companion569598
Feb 6, 2025
Amazing tour and guide Becky- Duomo climb - Amazing experience- my husband and I traveled to Florence for my 50th birthday and booked a tour to climb the dome at the Duomo. It was supposed to be a small group tour, but we were the only ones that signed up. We hit the lottery and had a personal tour with our amazing guide Becky. Becky was so informative and really catered to what we were most interested in. She also recommended many things, including restaurants and other sights, for us to do throughout the week. I highly highly recommend this company.. we would definitely book again and request Becky if we are in Florence.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).