The Duomo Complex
Joined 2022
This private guided tour will show you the religious centre of Florence with the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the Brunelleschi’s Dome, the symbol of Florence and masterpiece of Renaissance architecture and the wonderful interior of the Baptistery and its mosaics.
We will visit the Museum del Duomo, one of the most beautiful museums in the world since the reopening in 2015, with the original door “Gate of Paradise” by Lorenzo Ghiberti and the famous Pietà by Michelangelo.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your Hotel or Piazza del Duomo
The Cathedral Santa Maria del Fiore
We start from the outside of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the Brunelleschi’s Dome, the symbol of Florence and masterpiece of Renaissance architecture and the Baptistery.
Museum of the Cathedral
We will visit the Museum del Duomo, one of the most beautiful museums in the world since the reopening and modernisation in 2015, with the original “Gate of Paradise” by Lorenzo Ghiberti, the Pietà by Michelangelo and the wooden Maddalena by Donatello.
The Museum houses the richest collection of religious art in the world after the Vatican Museum.
Baptistery
Visit of the wonderful interior of the Baptistery and its mosaics.
Baptistery
End of Tour
Ending Point
At your Hotel or Piazza del Duomo
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee
hotel pick - up
entrance fee - Ghiberti Pass cost 15 € each guest
Tour Important Information
Tickets are NOT included
The Ghiberti Pass, 15 € each adult - includes entrance to the Museum. Baptistery and Santa Reparata church, located inside the Cathedral
The museum is closed on the first Tuesday imof the month
Important message from the supplier
I am flexible and it depends on my bookings and calendar
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2022
About Tour Guide Christiane A.
I am a licensed Tour guide of Florence since 2007 and have been showing the amazing sights to visitors from all over the world with humor and enthusiasm. The guests discover the secrets of Florence with me that only an insider can know and they will enjoy the experience of stories, food, art, culture, and flavor of this unique and exciting city – Florence. I love the opportunity to create my personal private customized tours just for you
Reviews
Jim C.
“Perfect guide”
I really enjoyed Christiana thoughtfulness and kindness. Unfortunately we had to cancel but she was a trooper and was saddened we didn’t have time to meet up with her. Next time Christina!
Christiane A.
Dear Jim, thank you for reaching out. I am really sorry that you had to cancel your Duomo tour. I completely understand that plans can change. Enjoy your stay in Italy and I am looking forward to meet you next time in Florence. Best wishes Christiane
$330/ per group
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