Piazza Duomo and the group of buildings that form its cathedral complex gather some of Italy’s greatest artistic treasures into one relatively small area. As you tour the baptistery, the bell tower, the cathedral, and its museum, you’ll see some of the best-known masterpieces of art and architecture by the greatest artists of the Italian Renaissance — Ghiberti, Brunelleschi, Donatello, Giotto, and Michelangelo.

Begin by walking around the square to admire the intricate inlaid marble exteriors, then step inside each one to look more closely at the stained-glass works of art that greet you wherever you look.

If waiting in long lines to buy a ticket is not your idea of fun – especially on a hot day – consider the Skip the Line: Florence Duomo with Brunelleschi’s Dome Climb tour. This 2.5-hour guided tour includes the cathedral, the dome, the baptistery, entrance fees, and the option to visit the Opera del Duomo Museum on your own.

Plan Your Visit

Address

Piazza Duomo

Entrance

Free entrance (all of the other monuments around the cathedral require a ticket sold as a single pass to visit all of them)
Entrance is through left door facing the facade
Disabled access through the Porta dei Canonici (south side, around the bell tower)
Audio guide rental available inside

Opening hours

Generally open from 10am – 5pm
Thursdays: 10am – 4/55pm (varies on season)
Saturdays: 10am – 4:45pm
Sundays and religious holidays: 1:30 – 4:45pm

During Holy week –
Holy Thursday: 12:30 – 4:30pm
Good Friday: 10:30am – 4:30pm
Holy Saturday: 11am – 4:45pm

Days of closure

Closed on January 1, Epiphany, Easter, Christmas Day

NOTE: As a religious site, wear appropriate, respectful clothing. You won’t be allowed inside if you’re wearing short shorts, tank tops, sandals, hats or sunglasses. Access to the Dome, the bell tower and the museum is not allowed with bulky bags and backpacks. The cloakroom is located at the ticket office of the Museum Opera del Duomo.