Florence: Bell Tower, Baptistery & Duomo Museum Tour
ID: GYG199546-310258
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Climb Giotto's Bell Tower to a height of 87 meters (285 feet). Explore the Baptistery and the Opera del Duomo Museum with an expert guide.
This tour begins at Giotto’s amazing Bell Tower, which is almost as tall as the Dome itself. At the top of the Campanile, your tour guide will tell you about the Opera del Duomo complex. Admire the unbelievable view from the top.
Next, descend the tower and explore the Cathedral's beautiful exterior. Make a stop at the Baptistery to see its famous golden vault doors and hear the story behind them. This is where Dante Alighieri, one of the most famous Renaissance poets, and many more Renaissance men were baptized.
Then head to the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo to see the original masterpieces that once stood in the cathedral. Inside the museum are Michelangelo's Pietà Bandini, the Cantories of Donatello, Luca della Robbia, and the so-called "Facciatone", which is Arnolfo’s 14th-century life-size facade. See the original Ghiberti's Paradise Gate, Donatello's Magdalene, and the original decorations of Giotto's.
Highlights
- Climb Giotto's bell tower and see the beautiful landscape of Florence
- Visit the Baptistery of with its outstanding Bizantine mosaics and marble interior
- Explore the Museum of the Duomo with the original manufacts of genius Renaissance artists
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The ascent of the campanile/bell tower involves 414 steps and there is no elevator
• You must cover your shoulders and legs to enter the Opera del Duomo Complex
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You are required to bring and wear a mask
All participants who are 12 years and older must present a Reinforced Green Pass that is valid in the EU and has a verifiable QR code. Reinforced Green Passes can only be obtained by uploading either proof of full vaccination or proof of a Covid-19 infection within the last 6 months to either the Green Pass or Covid Certificate app
All participants must also bring a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, etc)
At the central door of the Cathedral of Florence, Piazza San Giovanni 28. Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour departure time.
INCLUDED
- Entrance fees
- Expert local tour guide
NOT INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Tips
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
