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Duomo Skywalk: Breathtaking Views from Florence's Cathedral Terraces
4.8
731 Ratings
Firenze
Explore the Florence Duomo (Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore) and experience the city in an extraordinary and stunning perspective: the spectacular Duomo terraces and Brunelleschi’s outstanding Dome.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore - The group will enter in the Duomo, then it will climb in order to reach the exclusive terraces first (153 steps) and then the very top of the Brunelleschi’s Cupola (310 steps).
- Cupola del Brunelleschi - climb the Dome and admire the breath taking panorma of Florence city center
What's Included
- Priority access to Brunelleschi’s Dome.
- Use of earphones for larger groups.
- Special access to Duomo terraces.
- Professional English-speaking Art & History guide.
- Skip-the-line guided tour of the Cathedral.
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops 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
- Comfortable shoes suggested
- Please note the number of steps to reach the top of each monument: Terraces: 153 and Terraces + Brunelleschi’s Dome: 153 + 310
- Due to the security checks, please be informed that for the entrance to the Dome and Terraces, bulky backpacks and bags are not allowed to climb
- Children under 7 years old are not admitted
- Due to occasional institutional events at the Duomo, the itinerary of the tour may be subject to minor changes
- You’ll have the opportunity to visit the other monuments of the Duomo complex on your own within 72 hours after the tour: Baptistery, Giotto’s Bell Tower, Opera del Duomo Museum
- The visit to the Terraces is not included in the Awakening option
Location
Apple Firenze
Piazza della Repubblica
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(731 Ratings)
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Marla_a
May 27, 2024
What a way to see Florence!!! - Walking to the top of the dome was such an amazing experience. I almost didn’t do it because I thought I couldn’t walk that many steps on our last day of a 2 week trip - but the tour guide made it so easy - went at a perfect pace. So amazing and incredible views!
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Lyndsay_b
May 27, 2024
A must! - Such a great experience! You are literally the only ones in the Duomo and on the streets of Florence. So quiet and really get to experience the beauty. The climb wasn’t too bad and the view is breathtaking. Best part of our trip! 10/10 recommend!
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Brian_r
May 22, 2024
Well worth it! - Travelled with three kids (ages 14, 11, and 9). Marta was a great guide, very informative, and the upgrade to the terrace and top of duomo views was definitely worth it! We got so close to the top of the dome from the catwalks we had to cross on our way up and way down that we could practically touch the murals, and the view from the outside provided a panoramic of all of Florence!
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Taylorco7990bw
May 21, 2024
It was a very moving experience! - What an experience! I highly recommend waking up early for this. It is so much better to experience this highlight of Florence in a small group without the crowds. The steps to the top of the duomo are intense but well worth it in the end. And our guide was great!
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Stacey_f
May 18, 2024
Highly recommend! - For a church begun in 1296 and completed in 1469, time measurements are relative. However, to us, on an early cloudy day, the calm Duomo looked down on an anxious group ready to experience Brunelleschi’s masterpiece. Imagine the thrill of watching the guard unlock the doors for the day, entering the still-dark cathedral, and watching it take its first breath of the new day. That was our experience. Gloria provided us with a detailed and wonderful history of the structure before leading us up to the inside ring of the dome staring down at the ornate marble floor below and exquisite mosaic ceiling above. From there, we walked between the inside and outside domes, seeing the spinapesce brickwork masterstroke Brunelleschi employed to create the massive Duomo. If you have the time, couple this tour with a trip across the river to Massimo Ricci’s miniature reproduction of Brunelleschi’s dome in Anconella Park.
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Edward_k
May 17, 2024
Great experience - The view from top of duomo, loved history of the paintings Didn’t have to wait inline and got the personal tour
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Marisa_c
May 16, 2024
Worth every penny! - This tour was worth every penny! Francesca our tour guide was wonderful! She was very friendly, knowledgeable, answered all of our questions, and gave time to take pictures and admire the view. The climbing was very difficult so if you are not in shape I would think twice about this tour.
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Mark_p
May 13, 2024
Great time, enjoyed learning and seeing. - Watching the opening of the door. Pretty surreal to see the day’s opening of such a ubiquitous place.
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Patricia_b
May 9, 2024
Great climb! - Guide was very knowledgeable!
It wasn’t a big group so everyone was able to hear and stay together.
It was a beautiful climb and tour.
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Nancy_m
May 19, 2024
Ah Firenze! ♥️ - The tour was amazing! It is my third time in Firenze, so I am familiar with the sites. This tour was negatively impacted by the poor quality of the sound equipment. Major garbled voice reception made it difficult to hear the guide. The guide did a great job, I just wish I could have heard more of what she said…
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