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- Italian
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Go beyond the classic Duomo tour and discover the people, stories and craftsmanship behind Florence’s most iconic monument. Alongside the Cathedral, Baptistery, Brunelleschi’s Dome and Giotto’s Bell Tower, your guide reveals the lesser-known artisan and restoration heritage that still survives in the streets around the Duomo, with the possibility to glimpse inside a local workshop when accessible.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide at the Column of Saint Zanobi (Colonna di San Zanobi) in Piazza San Giovanni, next to the Loggia del Bigallo. Your guide will be holding a Behind Italy sign. Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
Museo dell’Opera del Duomo Piazza del Duomo, 9, 50122 Firenze FI, Italia
Itinerary
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1Battistero Di San Giovanni
Begin beside Florence’s ancient Baptistery of San Giovanni. Admire its distinctive marble exterior and famous bronze doors while your guide reveals the stories, artists and Renaissance innovations behind one of Florence’s most important monuments.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2Piazza del Duomo
Explore Piazza del Duomo and discover the layers of history beneath Florence Cathedral. Hear the story of the ancient church of Santa Reparata, which once stood on this site, then admire the striking marble façade of Santa Maria del Fiore and learn how the Cathedral evolved into the symbol of Florence we see today.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3Cupola Del Brunelleschi
Admire Brunelleschi’s revolutionary dome from the outside and discover how its daring construction changed the history of architecture. Your guide will explain the ingenious double-shell structure, the herringbone brick technique, and the engineering solutions that made this Renaissance masterpiece possible.
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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Walk through one of the lesser-known artisan corners near Florence’s Duomo and discover the city’s centuries-old tradition of craftsmanship and restoration. Your guide will point out the historic workshop and explain how generations of artisans have dedicated their work to preserving the beauty of Florence’s Cathedral and its artistic heritage. When accessible, you may also catch a glimpse inside the workshop.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5Museo Dell'opera Del Duomo
End near the Museo dell’Opera del Duomo, where your guide reveals another fascinating chapter of the Cathedral’s story. Discover how different architects imagined Florence Cathedral’s façade through the historic models preserved inside the museum, and hear about the original construction tools, pulleys and models connected to Brunelleschi’s extraordinary engineering of the Dome.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Entrance tickets to the Cathedral complex and monuments Brunelleschi’s Dome climb Entrance to the Museo dell’Opera del Duomo Hotel pickup and drop-off Food and drinks Gratuities
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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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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