Duomo

Come and visit Florence’s famous Duomo di Firenze. Save up to 2 hours when you buy Skip The Line Tickets for Duomo in advance. Save precious time, simply show your phone skip-the-line tickets. If you’re already in Florence, we recommend bypassing the crowds, skipping the lines, and getting an English-guided tour – plus access to the Secret Terraces! Buy the cheapest Skip The Line Advance Tickets for Duomo here.

Background Info Duomo

Florence’s famous Duomo di Firenze is also called Italy’s ‘Birthplace of the Renaissance’. The dazzling Duomo is Florence’s largest and most important church. Officially dedicated to the Virgin Mary. A cathedral is a bishop’s church. There are many other Catholic churches in Florence, however, the Duomo is the home church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Florence. The five monuments that make up the Duomo complex include The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Brunelleschi’s Dome, Giotto’s Campanile (Bell Tower), The Baptistry of San Giovanni, The Crypt of Santa Reparata and the Opera Museum.

All of these monuments are unique and take time to properly explore, so the best way to plan your tour is to spread out the monuments over two days.

Highlights Duomo di Firenze

Skip the incredibly long lines and step inside one of Italy’s biggest & most famous churches and discover the largest brick dome ever constructed! The Cathedral is the largest building in medieval Europe and the fourth largest in all of Europe in the present day. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Explore the enchanting Secret Terraces, positioned over 30 meters above ground, for an immersive journey through a captivating maze of wonder. Wander the corridors and revel in delightful panoramic views. Discover treasures like the Opera Museum, the iconic Lorenzo Ghiberti’s Gates of Paradise, and Michelangelo’s Pietà.

Ascend the 463 steps of Brunelleschi’s Dome and Giotto’s Bell Tower to be awe-struck by the breathtaking vistas of Florence. The commanding “Duomo” of Florence Cathedral stands as the focal point in the city’s skyline. Domes, with their characteristic hollow half-sphere design, are integral to architectural landscapes, often adorning government and religious structures.

Proper attire is pretty much non-negotiable. No bare shoulders and short skirts. Bring a shawl or scarf if you’re planning to wear a spaghetti top so you can cover your shoulders as people do get turned away, especially from the Cathedral and Baptistry.