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Long lines at Florence's Duomo can eat up an entire morning. This walking tour uses priority access to get you inside first, with a guide on hand to explain the largest brick dome ever built and the history behind it. From there, the walk continues through Florence's grandest civic square and its old artisan quarter, ending at a bridge that has crossed the Arno for nearly 700 years. It's a compact, guided introduction to the historic center, built around getting the cathedral's biggest draw out of the way first, without the wait.
- Priority access to Florence’s Duomo, skipping the long lines
- Expert local guide sharing fascinating stories about the sights
- Small group size of 18 guests or fewer for an intimate experience
- Explore key landmarks like Piazza della Signoria and the Ponte Vecchio
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a Walks sign. This tour meets at P.za di San Marco, 50121 Firenze FI, Italy in front of the Monument to General Manfredo Fanti (center of the square).
Itinerary
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1Piazza del Duomo
Starts with a visit to Piazza del Duomo, taking in the Cathedral complex from the outside, then continues in front of the Baptistery for a guided introduction.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Battistero Di San Giovanni
Viewed from the outside. A guide shares the story behind the Baptistery and its place in Florence's history.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
Step inside with priority entry, no crowds and no waiting in line, while a guide brings the Cupola's engineering, history, and design to life.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Piazza della Signoria
Visit Piazza della Signoria and the Palazzo Vecchio exterior, then continue through riverside piazzas and streets, including Il Porcellino and the Leather Market, with Medici-era stories along the way, ending with a crossing of the Ponte Vecchio.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is wheelchair accessible but our team must be notified at the time of booking for proper arrangements.
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is wheelchair accessible but our team must be notified at the time of booking for proper arrangements.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- All guests (including children) must bring ID on the day of the tour.
- Due to the religious nature of the Cathedral, shoulders and knees must be covered.
- Flip-flops, slippers, clogs and shoes with heels are prohibited inside the Cathedral.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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