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Brunelleschi's Dome Guided Tour

Florence, Italy

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Overview

Duration

1h 20min

Languages

Spanish, English, Italian

Voucher type

mobile

What To Expect

Until recent times the access to the Duomo terrace area was restricted, and only during particular days of the year citizens could come. Today, the City of Florence has opened the Santa Maria del Fiore Cupola for tourists. This decision has been really appreciated - now everybody can benefit from this extraordinary view. But if you are on a do-it-yourself vacation, you simply will not get in. There’s no other way to enter this area, the access is permitted only upon guided tours.

To get in the Florence Dome you’ll need to be a little patient, considering there are 463 steps to climb. But do not worry, being there it is surely worth the hassle. You’ll reach the northern Santa Maria del Fiore terraces passing through a secret passage located behind a door called Porta della Mandorla. Once you’ll be there, you never forget. You will enjoy the marvelous 360° sight of the Florence old city center, being at an average altitude of 30 meters.

What to remember

Important info

In case of hot weather, we suggest to bring a cap with you
Bring a mask with you and wear it during all the activity. All participants +12 years old must present one of the following documents: a complete vaccination certificate; certificate attesting to the administration of the first dose of the vaccine, which took place at least 15 days prior to the activity; a confirmation of the healing from Covid-19 within the last 6 months; the negative result of a swab performed no more than 48 hours before the activity. We remind you that in the absence of these documents it will not be possible to participate in the activity and no refund will be made.
Unfortunately, this experience is not accessible in a wheelchair
Please note that to reach the top of the Cupola you'll need to climb 463 steps, so we suggest you wear comfortable shoes.
Check-in closes 15 minutes before departure
It is not accessible with a stroller
It is not suitable for pets
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats are unavailable
We suggest being at the meeting point 15 minutes before the starting time.
For urgent communications, please contact +39 0577236330
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