Duomo Complex: Guided Visit of Baptistery & Opera Museum
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Duomo Square reveals a breathtaking panorama, especially at sunset, when its green, white, and red polychrome marble glows in warm light. Although unified in color, the complex spans four centuries: the Baptistery began in the mid-11th century, Giotto’s Campanile rose in the 14th, and Brunelleschi’s Dome was completed in the 15th.
Begin at the Baptistery of San Giovanni with a licensed guide who will unveil its Byzantine mosaics and Ghiberti’s “Gates of Paradise.” Then, discover the Opera del Duomo Museum, where original sculptures, reliefs, and architectural fragments by Michelangelo, Donatello, and Ghiberti reveal their former place on the cathedral.
Your ticket also grants access to the interior of Santa Maria del Fiore and the Crypt of Santa Reparata, where ancient mosaics and early basilica remains lie underground.
Let your senses be stirred by centuries of faith in this iconic site. Experience the art, history, and devotion at the core of Florence’s spiritual timeless landmark
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3 hours
Available in English, ItalianImportant information
Wheelchair accessible. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Public transportation options are available nearby. Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. A dress code is required to enter places of worship and select museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements. Children must be accompanied by an adult. A minimum of 2 people per booking is required. Every first Tuesday of the month, the Opera Museum is closed. Skip-the-line access may not be guaranteed for reasons outside the tour operator's control and depending on the Opera del Duomo. Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the tour. Please keep in mind that the mosaics of the Baptistery are undergoing restoration