Your experience

Step inside Florence’s iconic Cathedral with this skip-the-line guided tour and gain access to the city’s most exclusive viewpoints—the Secret Terraces. From available upgrades to behind-the-scenes history, every aspect is tailored for a rewarding and educational visit.

Start your visit

Arrive at the Cathedral’s main entrance where your guide welcomes you. After your priority entry, bypass the crowd and security lines to begin exploring the breathtaking Santa Maria del Fiore. Your guide will set the stage, introducing the Duomo’s artistic and architectural importance throughout Florentine history.

Explore hidden spaces

Your journey continues into the monumental interior. Wander through the immense nave with its magnificent frescoes as your guide reveals the stories behind Vasari’s Last Judgement and the cathedral’s mosaics. Soon, you’ll be led upwards to areas typically closed to the public—the Secret Terraces. These elevated walkways offer a unique angle for observing the engineering details of Brunelleschi’s Dome: see the lantern, ribs and ancient scaffolding up close, plus exceptional side-on views over Florence’s rooftops and the Arno River.

Enjoy a small-group experience

For travellers seeking a deeper connection, select tours are limited to ten guests or fewer. This ensures quieter spaces, more interaction with your guide and ample time for questions. Some itineraries begin at daybreak, with exclusive entry in the company of the cathedral key-bearer as the Duomo glows with morning light—a truly rare experience.

Upgrade your visit

Maximise your time at Florence Cathedral with additional access. As per your chosen option, climb up Brunelleschi’s Dome for sweeping views and a narrated walk-through of its innovative construction. Alternatively or additionally, ascend Giotto’s Bell Tower. Detailed information about their history and construction is provided by your guide, reinforcing why these iconic structures define Florence’s skyline.

Extend your exploration

Your ticket includes a 72-hour pass to visit the related sites of the Baptistery, Crypt and Opera del Duomo Museum at your own pace—each rich with Renaissance art and manuscripts.

Unforgettable views and insights

Conclude your tour with unparalleled panoramic views over Florence, from both the Secret Terraces and, if selected, atop Brunelleschi’s Dome. The vistas promise superb photo opportunities and fresh appreciation for the cathedral’s scale and the genius behind its design.

Book your Florence Cathedral Guided Tour with Secret Terraces & Optional Dome Climb tickets now!