The timed entry fit easily into our sightseeing plans. We visited the cathedral, listened to the audio explanations and still had plenty of time afterward to explore the area around Piazza del Duomo.





Secure your timed entry to Florence’s Duomo Cathedral (Santa Maria del Fiore) and enjoy a smooth arrival with host assistance. Explore one of Florence’s most iconic landmarks at your own pace using a multilingual digital audio app. Step inside the cathedral to admire Brunelleschi’s extraordinary dome, Vasari’s famous Last Judgment fresco, and remarkable Renaissance architecture. Along the way, discover the history of Florence, the influence of the Medici family, and the cultural significance of this world-famous monument. This experience is ideal for travelers seeking flexible independent exploration with the convenience of organized entry and informative audio commentary. Important: Shoulders and knees must be covered for entry. Security checks are mandatory.
In demand: 355 of the next 884 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Step inside Florence’s iconic Duomo di Firenze and explore the magnificent Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, one of the most important Renaissance landmarks in Italy. Admire Filippo Brunelleschi’s world-famous dome, featuring the dramatic “Last Judgment” fresco by Giorgio Vasari and Federico Zuccari. Walk across the stunning geometric marble floors and enjoy the beautiful stained glass windows designed by masters such as Donatello and Lorenzo Ghiberti. Don’t miss the historic clock by Paolo Uccello, one of the cathedral’s unique artistic highlights. The grand nave, elegant chapels, and sacred artworks create a peaceful yet awe-inspiring atmosphere that reflects centuries of Florentine art, history, and spirituality. This remarkable interior experience makes the Florence Cathedral one of the most unforgettable attractions in the city.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Florence Duomo Cathedral Hosted Entry with Audio Guide lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $10 per person for this Florence experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, with 34 departures a day between 9:30 AM and 3:15 PM.
Children aged 8–12 pay from $9, adults from $10. Infants go free.
It can: 355 of the next 884 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is in the front of lindt chocolate shop you will be able to find your host holding the sign of viator and eu tours. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in DE, RU, KO, PT, CMN, EL, EN, EN, IT, IT, FR, MNP, ES, ZH-TW, HAK, WUU, JA, ZH-CN, PL, RO, NL.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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The timed entry fit easily into our sightseeing plans. We visited the cathedral, listened to the audio explanations and still had plenty of time afterward to explore the area around Piazza del Duomo.
This ticket does not get you in without waiting in line like everyone else. But the tour guide was good and informational. Line takes a long time to move through.
Thank you for your feedback and for your kind words about our guide. As clearly stated in the product description, this experience does not include skip-the-line access. All visitors must wait in the mandatory security line, and waiting times are controlled by the Cathedral and vary according to the number of visitors. We are pleased that you found the tour informative.
Florence was crowded during our visit, so having a scheduled entry was a big advantage. We knew exactly when to go and could plan the rest of our sightseeing around it.
Fantastic tour! 😍 I got into the Duomo right away without any problems and the guide was really great. The staff was also very kind and helped me with a problem with the voucher. A fantastic experience, I highly recommend it! Heartfelt thanks
The tour was interesting and informative, and Julio was very nice and funny. Just be aware that you have to have your knees covered, so wear long pants/bottoms.
The guide was amusing but not sure he justifies the price. All you do is get in the same line that you could’ve got in for free. Some of the guide was informative.
Here’s a short, professional response: Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed our guide and found parts of the experience informative. Please note that the service does not include skip-the-line access, and all visitors must follow the Cathedral’s official entrance and security procedures. The price covers the guided experience and the service provided by our team, rather than the Cathedral entrance itself.
This was not a good experience. We stood outside for an hour in the heat listening to the tour guide talk about the building while standing in a very long line. I will admit that I took my ear plugs out and found a place to sit until we finally started moving. I think the tour was over booked and they have you arrive to early. This cause the guide to have go on and on about history to kill time until they can get you inside the actual building. The building however is very beautiful but I almost feel this would have been better to go see without guide. Most people in our group turned in their ears plugs and speakers very early in the tour once we got inside and continued on their own.
We would like to clarify that this experience is not advertised as skip-the-line access. Entry to Florence Cathedral is subject to the mandatory public queue and security procedures, and waiting times can unfortunately be longer during busy periods. These queues are managed by the Cathedral and are outside our control. While waiting for entry, our guide provides historical and cultural information about the Cathedral and its exterior so that the tour experience can begin rather than leaving guests waiting without guidance. We appreciate your comments regarding the waiting time and the use of the audio equipment, and we will take them into consideration as we continue improving the experience. We’re glad that you found the Cathedral itself beautiful, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. EU Tours Team
To be avoided if you are French. A single guide is shared for the French, Spanish, and English speakers. No headset for French. So in the local commotion you hear nothing at all... well, and the most important part. This is not a skip-the-line service. So you wait and have no historical explanation... stay away.
Merci pour votre commentaire. Nous sommes désolés que l’expérience n’ait pas répondu à vos attentes. Nous souhaitons toutefois préciser que cette activité n’est pas présentée comme une entrée coupe-file : les contrôles de sécurité et la file d’attente sont obligatoires pour tous les visiteurs. Nous prenons également en compte votre remarque concernant la qualité de l’audio en français afin d’améliorer l’expérience de nos futurs visiteurs.
We found the meeting location with no worries. Our guide was very knowledgeable and communicative with the party
Rosella knew how to turn the waiting time to enter the Duomo into a cultural and very interesting moment thanks to her clear, vivid, and detail-rich explanations. Likewise inside: Rosella helped us discover the wonders of the masterpiece in a concise and efficient way.
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