The Duomo square offers a breathtaking view, especially at sunset, when the sun's rays "light up" the polychrome marble of the buildings that form the religious complex of the city. As a matter of fact, the chromatic homogeneity (green, white, and red) beautifully harmonizes a stylistic variety. 

The stylistic differences can be explained by the fact that the construction works went on for about four centuries. The Baptistery began to be built in the middle of the 11th century, while the Dome was completed by Filippo Brunelleschi in the middle of the 15th century. The Dome, with its imposing size, dominates the whole square.

Following a chronological order, the visit to the religious centre of Florence starts with the Baptistery. With our Certified Guide you will have the opportunity to admire, the stunning Byzantine mosaics of the vault and, on the outside, the masterpiece by Lorenzo Ghiberti, the east door of the Baptistery, commonly called "the Gate of Paradise". 

Next, the tour will take us to the museum of "Opera del Duomo" where you will admire up close works of high value from the artistic heritage of the religious complex. 

Finally, you will climb the iconic  Giotto Bell Tower !!

Enjoy a private visit with a licensed guide to the most important buildings in the heart of Florence's historic center: the Baptistery, the Opera del Duomo Museum, and the Tower

• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. 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
• Not suitable for pets
• The climb is not suitable for pregnant women, people with impaired mobility, vertigoes, claustrophobia and cardiovascular diseases.
• Hotel pickup is at the time of departure
• The Baptistery is undergoing restoration of the mosaics of the vault, which are not visible
• The Cathedral is closed on Sundays and religious holidays
• Lugagge or large bags are not allowed inside the museum. 

• Failure to arrive at the scheduled entry time indicated on your reservation may result in denied access to the monument.

• To avoid overcrowding, please arrive on time. Delays of more than 5 minutes may result in denied entry.

• For security reasons, all entrances to the Duomo Complex are equipped with metal detectors.

• Your ticket allows you to skip the ticket line; however, please note that a mandatory security screening is still required to access the Duomo Complex. During peak periods, the security line may take approximately 10–15 minutes.

• We kindly ask you to silence or turn off your mobile phones.

• The Cathedral is closed to visitors on Sundays and during religious services.

• The Opera del Duomo Museum is closed on the first Tuesday of every month for maintenance.

• The Baptistery is currently undergoing restoration of the vault mosaics, which are not visible at this time.

• The experience is available in Italian and English.

• ACCORD cannot be held responsible for service interruptions caused by events beyond our control, including strikes or natural events.