Skip The Line Brunelleschi's Dome Climb and VIP Terrace Tour
Uncover Florence’s best-kept secret on this skip-the-line Duomo tour with exclusive VIP access to the cathedral’s hidden terraces—a restricted area closed to the general public. Begin your journey with a walking tour of the Duomo complex, where you'll admire the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and the Baptistery from the outside, hearing captivating stories of art, ambition, and architectural genius. Then, skip the lines and ascend Brunelleschi’s legendary dome with your guide, tracing the footsteps of Renaissance masters as you climb through frescoed corridors. At the exclusive Duomo terraces—closed to most visitors—step onto a breathtaking hidden level, offering panoramic views over Florence like no other. Picture the perfect moments from this rare vantage point, high above the city's rooftops. After descending, continue your exploration at your own pace, ensuring you make the most of your time in this awe-inspiring landmark.
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Duomo Complex Tickets
Exclusions: Brunelleschi’s Dome Access
Tour Guide
Access to monuments: Get access to Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery, the Opera del Duomo Museum, and Santa Reparata.
Closures: Please keep in mind that the cathedral is closed on Sundays.
Every first Sunday of the month the Baptistery closes at 1.30 pm
What's included in Skip The Line Brunelleschi's Dome Climb and VIP Terrace Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Piazza del Duomo
Your adventure begins at Piazza del Duomo. Check in with your Crown Tours host at least 15 minutes before the activity start time. Our meeting point is located outside of the leather shop, to the left hand side of the Duomo complex. Our staff will be easily recognizable wearing a purple Crown Tours jacket.
Explore the Duomo Complex from the outside as your guide reveals fascinating stories, hidden details, and Renaissance secrets. You can visit the Cathedral at the end of the tour with the same ticket, exploring at your own pace without any rush
Explore the Duomo Complex from the outside as your guide reveals fascinating stories, hidden details, and Renaissance secrets. You can visit the Giotto's Bell Tower with the same ticket, exploring at your own pace without any rush.
Inclusions
- Expert-Led Tour in English (if option is selected)
- Secret Stories & Symbols
- Exclusive terrace access (if the option is selected)
- Dome Climb (if the option is selected)
- Fast-Track Entry (if the option is selected)
- 3-day skip-the-line pass for the Baptistery, Bell Tower & Museum (if the option is selected)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- We kindly ask visitors to dress modestly, ensuring that shoulders and knees are covered. Entry is not allowed with sandals or flip-flops. For your comfort and to ensure guaranteed entry, we recommend wearing closed-toe shoes.
- This experience may not be suitable for individuals with cardiovascular or respiratory conditions.
- If you experience vertigo or claustrophobia, please consider that the climb includes narrow passages and heights.
- We do not recommend this activity for pregnant visitors for their comfort and safety.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Check in with your Crown Tours host at least 15 minutes before the start of your activity start time. Our meeting point is located outside of the leather shop, to the left-hand side of the Duomo complex. Our hosts will be easy to recognize wearing a purple Crown Tours jacket.
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Ticket Redemption
MEETING POINT INFORMATION Piazza del Duomo, 1/7, 50122 Firenze FI Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/qUv34eY2UMQEdueh6 Check in with your Crown Tours host at least 15 minutes before the start of your activity. Our meeting point is located outside of the leather shop, to the left-hand side of the Duomo complex. Our hosts will be easy to recognise, wearing a purple Crown Tours jacket. Kindly note that late arrivals to the meeting point are not guaranteed participation in the activity. For any assistance, please contact Crown Tours via the app chat feature, respond to our latest message, or call +39 331 356 6398.
