No matter where you walk in Florence, chances are you'll spot its famous Duomo—a defining element of the city’s history, geography, and identity—towering above. Beneath its red-tiled dome lies Florence’s largest church, officially known as the Cattedrale di Santa Maria dei Fiori. Together with the Museum of the Duomo, an opera museum, the baptistery of San Giovanni, and Giotto's Bell Tower, the Duomo complex has become the city’s most famous landmark.
Yes, the cathedral itself is free to enter, but you’ll need to buy an admission ticket for everything else. All ticket types grant you access to the museum, baptistery, and Santa Reparata; the Giotto Pass also includes entry to the Bell Tower; and the Brunelleschi Pass includes entry to everything plus the Bell Tower and Brunelleschi’s Dome.
...MoreYes, tickets to Florence Duomo do sell out—if you try to buy tickets on the day, you might be turned away. Instead, opt to buy your passes online through the cathedral’s website or book a tour that includes access to various parts of the complex.
...MoreNo, not all tickets to Florence Duomo include access to Brunelleschi’s Dome. If you want to visit the dome, you’ll need to buy a Brunelleschi Pass—a combo ticket that grants you admission to the Bell Tower, the museum, the baptistery, and Santa Reparata.
...MoreThe best time to visit Florence Duomo is first thing in the morning or at the end of the day, particularly if you want to avoid crowds and long lines. For the best photos, head up to the top of Brunelleschi’s Dome just before sunset.
...MoreYes, the Florence Duomo is worth it. It’s one of the most important historic sites in Florence and the complex is filled with expertly-restored, art and architecture. Plus, if you make the climb up to the top of Brunelleschi’s Dome, you’ll be rewarded with gorgeous views of the cityscape.
...MoreYes, there are three different types of Florence Duomo tickets. The Ghiberti Pass grants you access to the Baptistery, the Opera del Duomo Museum, and Santa Reparata. The Giotto Pass includes everything that the Ghiberti Pass covers, plus the Bell Tower. The Brunelleschi Pass includes access to the entire complex, including Brunelleschi’s Dome.
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