In fact, a visit to the Duomo consists of 6 essential elements. It is possible to visit the interior of the cathedral for free. However, it is necessary to book separate tickets in advance for all other sites in the cathedral (the dome, the baptistery, the museum and the bell tower). The number of groups that can visit these parts of Piazza del Duomo is limited.

The interior of the Duomo

Entrance: free through the right door at the front (it is not possible to reserve an entrance ticket)

Dress code: Entrance to the cathedral is only possible with appropriate clothing. This means covered knees and no bare shoulders, sandals, head coverings or sunglasses.

Hours:
Monday to Saturday from 10:15 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Closed on Sundays and holidays

Brunelleschi’s Dome

Entrance: Only small groups can reach the magnificent dome (literally and figuratively the highest point of the church). Climbing the 463 steps is the only way to admire Brunelleschi's paintings of the dome, and then to have a phenomenal view of Florence from the top of the dome's roof. It is necessary to reserve tickets in advance for this popular activity.

Adult ticket, from € 35.00

7 – 14 years €20.00

Hours:
Monday to Friday from 8:15 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Saturday from 8:15 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday and public holidays from 12:45 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Baptistère & Museum

Admission: Due to the limited number of visitors admitted to the Baptistery “Baptisterium”, it is necessary to purchase a ticket in advance. The Baptistery ticket is a combined ticket allowing you to also enjoy the 'Museo dell'Opera del Duomo'.

Combined ticket adults €10.00 (book) 7 – 14 years €5.00

Hours:
Baptistery: every day from 11:15 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Museum: every day from 10:15 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. (closed the 1st Tuesday of the month)

Campanile

You can also climb the tall Giotto Bell Tower (campanile) which stands next to the cathedral (daily from 8:15 a.m. to 6:50 p.m.). For this you need to book combined tickets (including the museum).