Florence Essence Giotto Pass, Medici Chapels & Bell Tower Climb

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4 hours (approximately)

Climb Giotto's Tower and explore the Medici family’s grandest chapels with this all-access pass.

Experience the heartbeat of the Renaissance with a single pass that unlocks Florence’s most iconic architectural treasures. While most visitors only see the Duomo from the outside, you’ll ascend 84 meters up Giotto’s Bell Tower for the city’s most intimate view of Brunelleschi’s Dome.

Dive into the opulence of the Medici Chapels, where Michelangelo’s masterful sculptures "Night and Day" await in the New Sacristy. Beyond the heights and the tombs, you’ll stand before the original "Gates of Paradise" at the Opera del Duomo Museum and marvel at the golden mosaics of the 13th-century Baptistery.

From the ancient Roman mosaics in the Crypt of Santa Reparata to the soaring Gothic heights of the campanile, this comprehensive pass offers a seamless, self-guided journey through centuries of Florentine history, art, and power all at your own pace and without the need for multiple tickets.

What's Included

Entry to five iconic historical sites, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Medici Chapels, and the Baptistery
Admission to 13th-century golden mosaics of the Baptistery & underground remains of Santa Reparata
Access to the opulent Chapel of the Princes and Michelangelo’s renowned sculptures in New Sacristy
Entry to the galleries housing the original "Gates of Paradise" and Michelangelo’s Bandini Pietà
Admission to Gothic tower for 360-degree views of Florence and a close-up of the Dome.
Admission to climb the main Cathedral Dome
This is a self-guided experience and does not provide in-person, audio, or written tour guides
Transport and Food

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Giotto's Bell Tower
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Giotto's Bell Tower

    Travellers will climb 414 steps up this 14th-century Gothic masterpiece to reach a height of 84 meters. From the top, you get the absolute best close-up view of Brunelleschi’s Dome and a 360-degree panorama of Florence’s red-tiled roofs.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Cappelle Medicee

    You will explore the grand burial place of the Medici family, featuring the opulent Chapel of the Princes covered in precious semi-precious stones. The highlight is Michelangelo’s New Sacristy, where his world-famous sculptures Night and Day and Dawn and Dusk adorn the tombs.

    1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Opera del Duomo Museum

    This high-tech museum houses the original art created for the Cathedral complex. You will stand face-to-face with Ghiberti’s original "Gates of Paradise" doors and see Michelangelo’s moving Bandini Pietà, all displayed in stunning, airy galleries.

    1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Battistero di San Giovanni

    Step inside one of the oldest buildings in Florence to look up at the breathtaking 13th-century golden mosaics covering the ceiling. You will walk across intricate marble floors while learning about the site where Dante Alighieri and many famous Renaissance figures were baptised.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Go underground beneath the Florence Cathedral to walk through the archaeological remains of the original 4th-century basilica. You will see ancient Roman mosaics, early Christian tombstones, and the final resting place of the architect Filippo Brunelleschi.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Italian Holidays

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Museum Tickets & Passes
Cultural Tours
Skip the line Tickets
Attractions & Museums
Sightseeing Passes
Monuments and Memorials

Cancellation Policy

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

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