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Discover Brunelleschi's Dome, Secret Terraces And Florence Cathedral - Private Tour
See Florence from an exclusive and privileged perspective! Visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore in the company of a private guide, admire the panoramic view of the cradle of Renaissance from the top of the Secret Terraces and climb to the top of the Dome!
Your private guide will be waiting for you directly at the reception of your accommodation in Florence. You will set off together in the direction of Piazza San Giovanni, home of the majestic Duomo Complex, a blaze of white and pink marble: admire the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery of San Giovanni and Brunelleschi's Dome. Your private guide will explain in detail the history of these wonderful monuments and the lives of the brilliant artists who designed them. After a brief explanation of the exteriors, you will skip the long queues for access and go straight into the Cathedral.
Your private guide will take you on a journey through the Middle Ages and Renaissance and tell you the story of the Cathedral and Brunelleschi's Dome, one of Florence's most iconic symbols. Over the course of some 150 years, many of Italy's greatest geniuses participated in its design and construction, including Arnolfo di Cambio, Pisano, Giotto and Brunelleschi. While you discover the hidden secrets of the Cathedral, your private guide will lead you to the discovery of one of the Duomo's most spectacular works: the Last Judgement fresco painted by Giorgio Vasari and Federico Zuccari, a masterpiece composed of a dizzying succession of colourful clouds and celestial representations that tells a timeless story of greed and betrayal.
Once you have completed your tour of the Cathedral and thus of the ‘ground floor’, you will follow your private guide up a flight of steps that will take you to the northern terrace of the Cathedral's roof: thanks to a climb of 153 steps, you will access a hidden part of the Cathedral that has been closed to the public for centuries. You will reach a secret room, where a guard will open the door to the terrace for you. The panoramic view from the top of the Piazza del Duomo will leave you breathless! Enjoy the view of the cradle of the Renaissance from the top of your private terrace as you ‘stroll’ above the entire city. Admire from above Florence's most iconic monuments and their Renaissance architecture, the terracotta roofs of the houses, the nearby churches and the rolling Tuscan hills in the distance. Right in front of your eyes Brunelleschi's Dome will stand out, it will be so close you will almost feel like you can touch it. Admire every detail of this architectural marvel and take unforgettable photos.
The guided tour then takes you to the private ‘Circular Hall’ (also closed to the public!) where you will have the opportunity to see the ancient statues that once stood on the façade of the Duomo. And now it is time for the last part of the tour, the legendary Dome! Follow your private guide along the Duomo's matroneo (women's galleries), which are right next to the Last Judgement frescoes, and climb the remaining 310 steps to reach the highest peak in Florence's historical centre.
Once you reach the top of the Dome, you will be rewarded for your efforts by a breathtaking 360° view of the city. Needless to say, the view is marvellous and will remain etched in your memory forever. You will not only be able to admire all the buildings and monuments of Florence from above, but also admire the architecture of the Cathedral and Baptistery from an absolutely privileged viewpoint, which will make you appreciate even more the genius of the architects and craftsmen who took part in the construction of these legendary works centuries and centuries ago! Your guide will go up with you and ensure that you appreciate this exclusive experience even more. With this tour you will also receive a 72-hour pass for full access to all parts of the Duomo complex, except for Giotto's Bell Tower. This experience includes: Giovanni's Baptistery and the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo. Spend your remaining time in Florence in an unhurried manner, visiting the city's main monuments.
Important information
Admission to the Cathedral requires a strict dress code. We cannot be held responsible for denied entry due to inappropriate attire. Please ensure that shoulders and knees are covered
Comfortable shoes are recommended
Not suitable for guests with wheelchairs or reduced mobility
Please note the number of steps to reach the top of each monument:
Terraces: 153 steps
Terraces + Brunelleschi's Dome: 153 + 310 from Terraces
Please note that as of 1 May 2023 bulky backpacks and bags will no longer be allowed inside the Dome and Terraces to ensure the safety of all visitors.
The tour is private but other visitors will be present during the experience in the Cathedral, on the Terraces and on the Dome
Kindly note that from January 1st 2025 the 72hr Skip the Line Pass will no longer include Giotto's Bell Tower.
See Florence from an exclusive and privileged perspective! Visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore in the company of a private guide, admire the panoramic view of the cradle of Renaissance from the top of the Secret Terraces and climb to the top of the Dome!
Your private guide will be waiting for you directly at the reception of your accommodation in Florence. You will set off together in the direction of Piazza San Giovanni, home of the majestic Duomo Complex, a blaze of white and pink marble: admire the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery of San Giovanni and Brunelleschi's Dome. Your private guide will explain in detail the history of these wonderful monuments and the lives of the brilliant artists who designed them. After a brief explanation of the exteriors, you will skip the long queues for access and go straight into the Cathedral.
Your private guide will take you on a journey through the Middle Ages and Renaissance and tell you the story of the Cathedral and Brunelleschi's Dome, one of Florence's most iconic symbols. Over the course of some 150 years, many of Italy's greatest geniuses participated in its design and construction, including Arnolfo di Cambio, Pisano, Giotto and Brunelleschi. While you discover the hidden secrets of the Cathedral, your private guide will lead you to the discovery of one of the Duomo's most spectacular works: the Last Judgement fresco painted by Giorgio Vasari and Federico Zuccari, a masterpiece composed of a dizzying succession of colourful clouds and celestial representations that tells a timeless story of greed and betrayal.
Once you have completed your tour of the Cathedral and thus of the ‘ground floor’, you will follow your private guide up a flight of steps that will take you to the northern terrace of the Cathedral's roof: thanks to a climb of 153 steps, you will access a hidden part of the Cathedral that has been closed to the public for centuries. You will reach a secret room, where a guard will open the door to the terrace for you. The panoramic view from the top of the Piazza del Duomo will leave you breathless! Enjoy the view of the cradle of the Renaissance from the top of your private terrace as you ‘stroll’ above the entire city. Admire from above Florence's most iconic monuments and their Renaissance architecture, the terracotta roofs of the houses, the nearby churches and the rolling Tuscan hills in the distance. Right in front of your eyes Brunelleschi's Dome will stand out, it will be so close you will almost feel like you can touch it. Admire every detail of this architectural marvel and take unforgettable photos.
The guided tour then takes you to the private ‘Circular Hall’ (also closed to the public!) where you will have the opportunity to see the ancient statues that once stood on the façade of the Duomo. And now it is time for the last part of the tour, the legendary Dome! Follow your private guide along the Duomo's matroneo (women's galleries), which are right next to the Last Judgement frescoes, and climb the remaining 310 steps to reach the highest peak in Florence's historical centre.
Once you reach the top of the Dome, you will be rewarded for your efforts by a breathtaking 360° view of the city. Needless to say, the view is marvellous and will remain etched in your memory forever. You will not only be able to admire all the buildings and monuments of Florence from above, but also admire the architecture of the Cathedral and Baptistery from an absolutely privileged viewpoint, which will make you appreciate even more the genius of the architects and craftsmen who took part in the construction of these legendary works centuries and centuries ago! Your guide will go up with you and ensure that you appreciate this exclusive experience even more. With this tour you will also receive a 72-hour pass for full access to all parts of the Duomo complex, except for Giotto's Bell Tower. This experience includes: Giovanni's Baptistery and the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo. Spend your remaining time in Florence in an unhurried manner, visiting the city's main monuments.
Important information
Admission to the Cathedral requires a strict dress code. We cannot be held responsible for denied entry due to inappropriate attire. Please ensure that shoulders and knees are covered
Comfortable shoes are recommended
Not suitable for guests with wheelchairs or reduced mobility
Please note the number of steps to reach the top of each monument:
Terraces: 153 steps
Terraces + Brunelleschi's Dome: 153 + 310 from Terraces
Please note that as of 1 May 2023 bulky backpacks and bags will no longer be allowed inside the Dome and Terraces to ensure the safety of all visitors.
The tour is private but other visitors will be present during the experience in the Cathedral, on the Terraces and on the Dome
Kindly note that from January 1st 2025 the 72hr Skip the Line Pass will no longer include Giotto's Bell Tower.
