Must-See
Florence Cathedral
The Duomo, crowned by Brunelleschi's great red dome, with Giotto's bell tower and the Baptistery beside it.
- Open
- Every day; the dome and some sites close on Sundays and holidays, so check the website
- Price
- Free for the cathedral; paid passes cover the dome, the bell tower, the Baptistery and the museum
- Time Needed
- Half a day
- Address
- Piazza del Duomo, 50122 FlorenceDirections
- Getting There
- A 10-minute walk from Santa Maria Novella station.
Why Go
Brunelleschi's dome, built between 1420 and 1436, is still the largest brick dome ever made, and 463 steps lead up between its two shells to a view over the whole city. Giotto's slender bell tower stands beside it, and across the square the Baptistery has Ghiberti's gilded bronze doors, the Gates of Paradise.
The cathedral itself is free to enter. The originals of the Baptistery doors and Michelangelo's late Pietà are in the cathedral museum behind it.
Tips
- Book the dome climb as soon as you know your dates.
- Cover your shoulders and knees for the cathedral.
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