Private Florence Duomo Tour with Dome Climb – Florence, Italy

EXPERIENCE:

On this fantastic private Florence Duomo tour, we take you on a historical tour of the Piazza Duomo, the city’s ecclesiastical centre. Your knowledgeable guide will take you through the main attractions, which include the baptistery, the city’s first cathedral (the Santa Reparata), whose remnants can still be seen beneath the Duomo, Giotto’s renowned Bell Tower with its plethora of sculptures, and the current Cathedral with its instantly recognisable facade. You will discover more about the late Gothic structure known as the Loggia del Bigallo, which is associated with neighbourhood charitable fraternities, and the Misericordia, the world’s oldest private voluntary organisation continuously operated by the brotherhood for the care of the sick and elderly.

Next, we make our way to Brunelleschi’s Dome, the biggest structure of its sort in the world and an undeniable icon of Florence. The 3600 square metres of frescoes that cover the inside of the dome will be beautifully visible while climbing. As you pass by, your guide will share some fascinating information with you about the largest painted surface in the world. You’ll be able to see the interior of the dome from this high perspective, and as you make your way between the two shells, you’ll learn more about its remarkable structure and intricate brickwork. You’ll begin to appreciate this structure’s creativity when you discover that it was constructed entirely without the use of scaffolding.

Your unforgettable private Florence Duomo tour experience will be stuck in your mind forever as you reach the summit and enjoy your reward of the breathtaking city view.

During the tour you will be able to see the following landmarks:
Piazza del Duomo
Baptistery doors (Gates of Paradise)
Giotto’s Bell Tower
Brunelleschi’s Dome climb
Florence Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)
Loggia del Bigallo
The Baptistery of St John from the outside

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Skip-the-Line tickets to climb the Brunelleschi’s Dome
Admiring the amazing construction of the dome by climbing the 463 steps
Exploring the inside of the dome with the 3600 square metres of frescoes
Enjoy the view of the city from the top of the dome

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