Florence Cathedral | Official Tickets + Audio Guide

We were delighted! We had an audio guide in Spanish, but Julio spoke such clear English that we didn't need it. He also ...

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With this ticket to the Florence Cathedral, you can explore one of the most spectacular temples in Christianity with a complete audio guide in English, so you don't miss any details. You'll admire The Last Judgement and Brunelleschi's dome at your own pace.

Details

Language

The activity takes place with an audioguide in English, Spanish, French, Italian and Portuguese.

Included

Access at a reserved time at the Florence Cathedral
Audio guide in English
English–speaking tour assistant in the meeting point

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets. This must be indicated in the reservation.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Meeting point

Piazza del Duomo, 15R

Reviews of our customers

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July 29, 2026
Sol Dellagiovanna
Buenos Aires, Argentina
We were delighted! We had an audio guide in Spanish, but Julio spoke such clear English that we didn't need it. He also explained things in our langua...
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August 22, 2026
Patricia
Spain
Rosella was very helpful; she explained the facade and then the interior of the cathedral. The only downside was the 1 hour and 15 minute queue; they ...
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August 20, 2026
Rocío Morales
Cdmx, Mexico
Lorenzo is an extremely knowledgeable guide. He shares information and gives history quizzes, which motivates and inspires study and learning, and mak...
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August 17, 2026
Luis Aladro De Frutos
Madrid, Spain
What a great guide, Rosella! We loved it. It's well worth the price. Thank you.
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August 4, 2026
Eva Escamez Ruiz
Barcelona, Spain
David, our guide, was fantastic!!! Thank you so much for everything.
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July 26, 2026
Josefina García Rodríguez
Albacete, Spain
Normal and fast
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July 23, 2026
Patricia
Jerez, Spain
It was very interesting, very well narrated, masterfully linking the different stages of Florence's history. I give the guide a 10. His name is Daniel...
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July 21, 2026
Luciana Giordano
Denmark
The guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and had just the right amount of humor.
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July 3, 2026
Bartolome Coll Campaner
Palma, Spain
Julio. Very kind.
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June 25, 2026
Adria
Spain
Excellent experience, highly recommended! Giuolio is amazing!! 10/10
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Visit the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Flower

The Florence Cathedral, known as the Duomo, is the spiritual heart of the city and a testament to human genius. Its construction started in 1296 over the remains of the former church of Santa Reparata with the ambitious goal of surpassing the cathedrals of the rival cities, Pisa and Siena, in size and beauty.

After over 140 years of construction and the intervention of maestros like Arnolfo di Cambio and Giotto, the cathedral became one of the largest basilicas in Christianity. The Duomo's greatest historical challenge was its enormous dome. For decades, the cathedral remained "unfinished" and open to the sky because no one knew how to build such an immense structure without it collapsing.

It wasn't until 1420 that Filippo Brunelleschi unveiled a revolutionary design: a self-supporting double-shell dome that forever changed the course of architecture and officially marked the beginning of the Renaissance.

Today, its red-brick silhouette continues to dominate the Florence skyline as one of the world's most admired structures.

What to See in the Florence Cathedral?

Once you enter the Duomo, you'll dive into the historic heart of the city. As you explore its rooms, the audio guide in English will reveal details of its construction and the symbolism of its artworks. During the visit, you can admire:

Brunelleschi's dome: from inside, you'll be able to admire the sheer scale of this engineering marvel.
The Last Judgement by Vasari and Zuccari: the spectacular frescoes that adorn the interior of the dome.
Stained-glass windows and marble floors: a display of color and geometry that tells the story of centuries of Florentine history.
Paolo Uccello's clock: one of the few clocks in the world that still uses "Italian time."

Additional Info

Please note that, although the general access to the Florence Cathedral is free, this activity has a cost because it includes the following:

Audio guide in English: so you can enjoy the complete visit with historic and artistic context.
Reserved access: group organization and entrance in a specific time slot to make the process quicker.
Assistance: an English-speaking tour assistant at the meeting point to help you access the cathedral.

Visit the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Flower

Today, its red-brick silhouette continues to dominate the Florence skyline as one of the world's most admired structures.

What to See in the Florence Cathedral?

Brunelleschi's dome: from inside, you'll be able to admire the sheer scale of this engineering marvel.
The Last Judgement by Vasari and Zuccari: the spectacular frescoes that adorn the interior of the dome.
Stained-glass windows and marble floors: a display of color and geometry that tells the story of centuries of Florentine history.
Paolo Uccello's clock: one of the few clocks in the world that still uses "Italian time."

Additional Info

Please note that, although the general access to the Florence Cathedral is free, this activity has a cost because it includes the following:

Audio guide in English: so you can enjoy the complete visit with historic and artistic context.
Reserved access: group organization and entrance in a specific time slot to make the process quicker.
Assistance: an English-speaking tour assistant at the meeting point to help you access the cathedral.

Florence Cathedral Tickets + Audio Guide