Florence Duomo Small Group Tour with Exclusive Terrace Access

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  • Price from
    €219
  • Duration
    1 h 30 min
  • Group size
    Up to 10 travellers
  • Guide languages
    English

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    Overview

    With our exclusive VIP access to the Terraces of the Duomo, this is a truly unique experience. With a top-rated guide, you’ll enjoy extraordinary aerial views of the Duomo and rooftop views over Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance. Head straight up to the Duomo Terraces, where you'll enjoy a private tour of the two north and south-facing balconies, 100 feet high and 230 feet long. No other people will be present for the duration of your terrace visit, making this a truly exclusive experience. You will look out over the red-tiled rooftops of Florence, enjoy an up-close view of the majestic dome and Giotto’s Bell Tower, and look down on the piazza and the Baptistry. Then, you will tour the gothic interior of the Duomo, the religious, political, cultural, and architectural heart of Florence and learn about the city’s fascinating past.

    What's included

    • VIP Duomo Terraces Visit
    • Rooftop and ground level tour
    • Fully guided experience
    • Aerial view of the marble floor
    • Rooftop view over Florence
    • Duomo frescoes interior
    • External views of the Duomo
    • Small group of 10 people

    What you will do

    • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

      Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral - Enjoy priority access to Florence’s iconic Duomo with a top-rated guide in a small group.

      Duomo Terraces exclusive tour - thanks to our unique partnership with the Duomo, you can explore the Duomo Terraces, elevated walkways around the cathedral that are usually off-limits. Just your small group, no one else, for the duration of the visit.

      Rooftop Views - Standing 100 feet high on 230-foot-long balconies, enjoy panoramic views over the red-tiled rooftops of Florence. Admire panoramic vistas over Florence, the Baptistry, Giotto’s bell tower, and the dome’s intricate details from elevated walkways.

      Original Tools – Discover Brunelleschi’s dome construction on the workers’ walkways, learning how it was built 500 years ago.

      Cathedral ground floor - Lastly, enjoy a tour of the imposing Gothic interior of the cathedral. See the medieval clock, Vasari’s frescoes, and portraits of Florence’s elite while uncovering Renaissance history.

      1 h

    Meeting point

    In front of the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo di Firenze entrance, Piazza del Duomo, 9

    End point: Outside Florence Duomo

    Important information

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • This tour is not suitable for individuals with heart conditions, mobility impairments, or other serious health concerns.
    • Not recommended for those who are pregnant, suffer from claustrophobia, or experience vertigo.
    • To access the terraces, participants must climb 150 narrow steps—there is no elevator.
    • Children under 7 years old are not permitted on the terraces and therefore cannot join the tour.
    • Closed-toe, flat shoes with a back strap are mandatory. High heels, clogs, slippers and flip-flops are strictly prohibited for safety reasons.
    • Modest attire is required to enter places of worship: shoulders and knees must be covered. Tank tops and short dresses are not allowed.
    • Do not lean over railings or extend objects, including cell phones, beyond them.
    • Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, who assumes full responsibility.
    • Maximum group size is 10 participants.
    • Using cell phones or any type of camera is not permitted in exposed areas.

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.