Priority entrance: Florence Cathedral and close-up view of the Frescos

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45 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Make your way towards the privileged entrance that will allow you to skip all the lines and access the Duomo Cathedral.
Listen to your guide's explanation about one of the largest churches in the world, dedicated to the Virgin of the Flower. Walk towards the end of the aisle and marvel at the view of the magnificent, world-famous Brunelleschi’s cupola and the frescoes representing the Last Judgement, painted by two of the most renowned artists of the 16th Century.

After having taken part on this highly informative and interesting tour of this marvellous monument, you will have the added chance to access the Museum of Misericordia, located on the fourth floor of the historic headquarters in Piazza Duomo (on your own time, without the guide). This museum exhibits close to eighty pieces including manuscripts, paintings, coats of arms, furnishings, and artifacts of the Florentine craftsmanship.

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes
Food and Drinks
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Just outside the Sagrato della Misericordia - Piazza del Duomo 19/20, Florence

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 45 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Piazza del Duomo

    Meet your licensed tour guide in Piazza Duomo at n. 19/20 (just outside the “Sagrato della Misericordia”) and enjoy a detailed explanation of the glorious cathedral and of its past and the present before making your way towards the privileged, side entrance that will allow you to skip all the lines and access the Duomo Cathedral directly without any wait.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Listen to your guide give you a thorough explanation about one of the largest churches in the world, dedicated to the Virgin of the Flower as a reference to the lily, the symbol of the city. Find out how the numerous different styles encountered in the building bear witness to the changes of society over the long period of time elapsed between its foundation and its completion. Then, walk towards the end of the left aisle and get to marvel at the exclusive close-up view of the magnificent, world-famous Brunelleschi’s cupola from a point of view that not a lot of people normally get the chance to admire these frescoes that represent the Last Judgement. This experience is bound to leave you speechless, admire this 3600-mq pictorial cycle painted by Giorgio Vasari and Federico Zuccari, two of the most renowned artists of the 16th Century.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Due to security measures at the Duomo Complex, you will go through a metal detector
  • Any items that could be dangerous for people and the exhibited works, at the sole discretion at the checks, cannot be carried inside
  • Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
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Tags

Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Archaeology Tours

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