Good to know
- Tickets
- Cathedral entry is free. Dome access requires a ticket.
- Time needed
- One to two hours.
- Best time
- Early morning to avoid crowds.
- Getting there
- Walk from the historic center or use local buses.
Itineraries with Florence Cathedral
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Day 1 of Florence & Tuscan Art
Duomo and Uffizi Gallery
How Florence Cathedral fits into a day.- 9:00Florence Cathedral (Duomo)Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore
- 10:45Baptistery of St. JohnBattistero di San Giovanni
- 11:45Piazza della Signoria StrollPiazza della Signoria
- 13:00Uffizi GalleryGalleria degli Uffizi
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Florence Cathedral questions
Can visitors climb the dome?
Yes. Tickets are required and lines form early.
Is the cathedral open every day?
It opens daily except for some religious holidays. Hours vary by season.
What is the best view from inside?
The dome frescoes and the climb to the top both offer strong views.
