Marble facade, bell tower and dome of Florence Cathedral seen from the square.

Florence Cathedral (Duomo)

Santa Maria del Fiore brings together Brunelleschi's dome and a facade of colored marble; entering the cathedral and climbing to the top are separate visits.

  • Religion and art
  • Suggested time:2 to 3 hours, selective visit
  • Area:Piazza del Duomo

About Florence Cathedral (Duomo)

First comes the pattern of the marble; then you step back to fit the whole dome into the photo. Santa Maria del Fiore anchors the landscape of the center, alongside Giotto's bell tower and the Baptistery. Take in the whole ensemble before choosing your line.

The regular visit to the cathedral is free, but it does not include climbing the dome. For that, the Brunelleschi Pass requires a reserved time slot, and there are many stairs and no elevator. Choose the cathedral plus one complementary experience; seeing the whole complex takes more time.

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