1 hour(s) 20 minute(s)
English
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€ 59
€ 54.28
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Until recently, access to the terrace of the Florence Duomo was restricted, allowing only citizens to visit on specific days throughout the year. Today, however, the City of Florence has opened the Santa Maria del Fiore Cupola to tourists, giving everyone the opportunity to experience its breathtaking views. This decision has been widely praised, as it allows visitors to enjoy an unparalleled panorama of the city.
However, access to the Duomo is not open to independent visitors. To enter this iconic area, you must join a guided tour, as no other entry is allowed. The journey to the top involves climbing 463 steps, so patience is required, but rest assured, the reward is more than worth the effort.
As you ascend, you will pass through a hidden passage known as the Porta della Mandorla, which leads to the northern terraces of the Santa Maria del Fiore. Once there, you'll be treated to an unforgettable 360° view of Florence’s historic city center, perched 30 meters above the ground. The sight of the city’s ancient buildings, narrow streets, and surrounding Tuscan hills is a memory that will stay with you long after your visit.
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Definitely worth doing. Prepare yourself for the stairway in terms of claustrophobia and exertion. I was impressed by a variety of people that did it though. Some were struggling a lot. Even with a ticket and time booked, it was quite the lineup to get in, but it moved quickly. No explanations or guide, so I recommend finding a podcast that can explain it as you go up. The view from the lantern is amazing. Being able to see a frescos close-up, also very cool. You get to walk right alongside them. Some good plaques and museum pieces along the way.
Gorgeous! The climb up can be difficult specifically at the end where it starts getting narrower and narrower. Be prepared for lots of people everywhere surrounding the Cathedral. At the middle of the way up, there's a stop to admire the dome then the second part continues until you arrive to the top of the dome. These tickets have to be bought in advance, the Brunelleschi Pass, it's very rare to get one on the same day.
The tickets said the wrong entrance so make sure you get in the right queue! Lots of steps up, though you go around the inside of the dome before the final ascent, with good views of the ceiling, so that is a bit of a rest, though staff members will tell you to keep going if you pause for long. The final part is between the inner and outer domestic, which is quite interesting, before admiring the views across Florence from the top. On coming down we had to go back outside and join the queue for the Reparata (crypt area) to get back in to see the ground level. The Baptistry, Giottos tower and museum were also included on the ticket, you can queue to visit at any time each one once on the same day or the next 2.
Its beautiful monument how our ancestors gave attention to details. Astounding work worth your time to admire it. Brunelleschi's Dome has 463 steps to the top, a journey that takes approximately 45 minutes to an hour and involves climbing through tight passages within the double-shelled dome. I have shared few photos of the visual experience inside and on the top of the dome. Once you start climbing you can't climb down in the middle, as you need to use same narrow flight of stairs to the top and climb down.
Brunelleschi’s Dome is an absolute masterpiece and one of the most impressive feats of architecture I’ve ever seen. Standing in front of Florence’s Duomo, the scale and beauty of the dome take your breath away — it dominates the skyline and is even more striking up close. Climbing to the top is an unforgettable experience. The walk up is narrow and steep at times, but along the way you get a close look at the incredible frescoes inside the dome. Reaching the top rewards you with panoramic views over all of Florence and the Tuscan hills beyond - truly worth the effort.
