Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore Skip-the-Line Ticket & English Guided Tour｜Florence

About this tour

Skip the long queues and make your way into the Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore. See the basement where historical artefacts are, enjoy the panoramic view of Florence on the terrace, and marvel at the delicate dome of the cathedral.

• Skip the line at Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, the centre of faith in Florence
• Follow the lead of your professional English-speaking tour guide and head directly into the cathedral
• Take a closer look at The Last Judgment painted by Giorgio Vasari on the dome of the cathedral
• Enter the special dome room and get the chance to see the conservators working

— What You Can Expect —

Set foot into Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, or Duomo di Firenze (Florence Cathedral), a Gothic diocesan seat of the Archbishop of Florence. The cathedral complex consists of the main church, Giotto’s Campanile (bell tower), and the Baptistery. The brick-red dome inside the church is the icon of Florence, with the giant mural of The Last Judgment painted by Giorgio Vasari at the top of the dome. The towering campanile features a distinctive Gothic style façade, and the murals in the main church are created with mosaic which forms a magnificent view. 

Let your professional tour guide lead you through the fast-track entrance into the Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore. The tour begins from the façade of the cathedral, which is full of historical and artistic values. Next, jump the queue and go straight into the cathedral and see the secrets inside. Head for the basement by yourself to search for the past of the cathedral, where the previous construction used to stand. 

The tour ends at the terrace of the cathedral. Travellers can decide whether to stay and see more of the cathedral or visit the dome, the campanile, the Baptistery, and the cathedral museum within 72 hours.

Discover the unique charm of the Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore today!

— Important Info —

• Departure time: 2:15 pm
• Please arrive 15 minutes before the departure time
• Meeting Point: Ciao Florence Sales Office
• The tour guide will be waiting for you wearing a blue shirt or jacket with “Ciao Florence” written on it
• Duration: Around 2 hours
• The guided tour will end at the terrace of the cathedral. You may continue to see the cathedral yourself