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Take a private tour of the awe-inspiring Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, with its rich history and incredible interior. Extended options: private transport and skip-the-line tickets to Giotto's Bell Tower, Baptistery and Duomo Museum.
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2h: Florence Cathedral
A guided tour of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
3h: Cathedral & Transport
A 1-hour round-trip transfer and a 2-hour guided tour of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
4h: Florence Cathedral, Bell Tower, Baptistery & Museum
A guided tour of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto's Bell Tower, Baptistery of San Giovanni, and Opera del Duomo Museum
5h: Cathedral, Tower, Baptistery, Museum & Transport
A 1-hour round-trip transfer and a 4-hour guided tour of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto's Bell Tower, Baptistery, and Opera del Duomo Museum
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pickup Service from your hotel accomodation.
Meet your guide in front of the entrance to Hotel Santa Maria Novella, P.za di Santa Maria Novella, 1, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
Itinerary
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Meet your guide in front of the entrance to Hotel Santa Maria Novella, P.za di Santa Maria Novella, 1, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Visit Florence Cathedral with a 5-Star Private Guide and discover the heart and soul of the Santa Maria Novella district. The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is a world heritage site and a symbol of Florence, so it is a must-see! On this walking tour you will see the cathedral inside and out, admiring its outstanding Renaissance and Gothic architecture in all its glory. Florence Cathedral boasts the title of the 3rd largest church in the world, so its vast interior will astonish you! The guide will explain in detail all the interesting elements of the cathedral’s design, and share stories about the people who funded and built this masterpiece. Add a 1-hour round-trip transfer to the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Piazza del Duomo
You will also have a chance to see some other highlights of Piazza del Duomo.
25 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4
The Florence Baptistery, also known as the Baptistery of Saint John, is a religious building in Florence, Italy, and has the status of a minor basilica.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
5
The guide will also show you the inside of the octagonal Baptistery of San Giovanni and the Opera del Duomo Museum, which houses original masterpieces from Michelangelo, Donatello, Brunelleschi, Ghiberti.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
This is your chance to climb the Campanile, also known as Giotto's Bell Tower to admire the panoramic view of Florence and its crown jewel, the Cathedral.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
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1 hour round-trip transfer between the meeting point and your accommodation. Pickup and drop-off service is included. Book private transport in a private car with pickup and drop-off directly at your accommodation / hotel. Enjoy a hassle-free experience and easily reach the meeting point on time.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please check your email the day before the tour.
- Please note that transfers and tickets are not included in a 2-hour tour.
- Free admission to Florence Cathedral is only for the main part of the church. At peak times, there may be up to a 1-hour wait to get in. Church tours during mass and special events are limited. Please cover your shoulders and knees.
- Giotto Pass grants you admission with timed slots to Giotto's Bell Tower (via stairs, 414 steps), Baptistery of San Giovanni, Opera del Duomo Museum and Santa Reparata.
- We limit the group size to 25 guests per guide, so that everyone can get the best experience. The price will be higher if you need more than 1 guide.
- The 3- and 5-hour options include an estimated 1-hour round-trip transfer from your accommodation, which take longer or shorter depending on the distance and traffic.
- We will arrange a standard car (sedan) for 1-4 people and a larger van for groups of 5 people and more. You can book a 5-people tour to travel in a larger vehicle.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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