Walking Tour of Brunelleschi's Dome and Santa Maria del Fiore

Enjoy our exclusive guided visit to the Brunelleschi's Dome and the Santa Maria del Fiore cathedral.

The history of the dome is ancient and peculiar. It started in 1418, when a contest was announced for the ideal dome design, with a relevant prize of 200 gold florins and eternal fame for the winner.

The leading architects of that age came to Florence and presented their ideas. Brunelleschi was the winner and Lorenzo Ghiberti was the co-superintendent. The realization was hard and with many obstacles.

The project had been considered impossible by many engineers. On March 25 1436, for the Feast of the Annunciation, Pope Eugenius IV and a group of cardinals and bishops consecrated the finished Cathedral.

The second stage of your journey to discover the places of faith in Florence present in the square will reveal to you the massive cathedral, the Duomo, S. Maria del Fiore, the symbol of Florence!.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
The climb is not recommended for people suffering from heart problems, vertigo, or claustrophobia;
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers