Florence Baptistery & Opera Museum Audioguided tour with guide

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Overview

Experience Florence’s Duomo Complex through a multilingual audioguided tour enriched by live expert commentary from a professional guide. Carefully curated audio content written by our expert art historians is combined with the on site presence of a guide who accompanies the group, offering additional insights and answering questions in Italian and English.

Begin at the Baptistery of San Giovanni and admire its stunning Byzantine mosaics and Ghiberti’s renowned Gates of Paradise. Continue to the Opera del Duomo Museum, where original sculptures and masterpieces by Michelangelo, Donatello, and Ghiberti reveal the artistic history of the cathedral complex.

Your ticket also includes access to the Cathedral and the Crypt of Santa Reparata, which you may visit independently.

What's Included

  • Entry ticket to Giotto's Bell Tower (if option selected)
  • Earphones
  • Live expert commentary from a professional guide (Italian and English)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Piazza del Duomo
6, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

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Battistero Di San Giovanni

Facing the cathedral in Piazza del Duomo, the Baptistery of San Giovanni is one of Florence’s most ancient and sacred buildings, dating back to the 11th century. Its distinctive octagonal design, covered in white and green marble, is a stunning example of Florentine Romanesque architecture. Inside, the dome dazzles with gold Byzantine-style mosaics depicting scenes from the Bible and the Last Judgment. The Baptistery is also famous for its three magnificent bronze doors, especially the “Gates of Paradise” by Lorenzo Ghiberti, which Michelangelo himself admired. Rich in history and beauty, this extraordinary space has been the site of baptisms for centuries, including that of Dante Alighieri.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Museo Dell'opera Del Duomo

The Opera del Duomo Museum in Florence is a must-visit for anyone wanting to delve deeper into the history and artistry of the city’s iconic cathedral complex. Located just behind the Duomo, the museum showcases an extraordinary collection of original sculptures, reliefs, and architectural elements that once adorned the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the Baptistery of San Giovanni, and Giotto’s Bell Tower. Highlights include Michelangelo’s moving Pietà Bandini, Donatello’s expressive Magdalene, and the original panels of Ghiberti’s Gates of Paradise. With beautifully curated spaces and stunning reconstructions, the museum offers a fascinating journey through centuries of faith, creativity, and Florentine genius.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Crypt of Santa Reparata

Beneath Florence’s Cathedral lies the Crypt of Santa Reparata, an evocative archaeological site revealing the ancient layers of the city’s spiritual history. Visitors can explore the remains of one of Florence’s earliest Christian basilicas, dating back to the 4th–5th century. Among the ruins are intricate mosaics, ancient tombs, and structural foundations that predate the current Duomo. The crypt also houses the final resting place of Filippo Brunelleschi, the brilliant architect of the cathedral’s dome. A visit to the crypt offers a rare and fascinating glimpse into the city’s early Christian roots and the architectural evolution of its most famous landmark.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore

Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence’s magnificent cathedral, is one of the most iconic landmarks in Italy and a masterpiece of Gothic and Renaissance architecture. Built over centuries, the cathedral dominates the city skyline with its majestic red-tiled dome designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, a true marvel of engineering and vision. The interior is vast and serene, adorned with stunning frescoes, stained glass windows, and intricate marble floors. Highlights include Giorgio Vasari’s massive Last Judgment fresco inside the dome and the beautiful clock above the entrance, still working according to a unique 24-hour system. Visiting the cathedral is a journey through faith, art, and history, a symbol of Florence’s cultural and spiritual heart.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Campanile di Giotto

Giotto's Bell Tower is one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in Italy and an essential part of Florence’s Cathedral complex. Designed by Giotto in the 14th century, the tower rises nearly 85 meters and is adorned with vibrant marble panels and detailed sculptural decorations. Climbing its 414 steps rewards visitors with panoramic views over the rooftops of Florence and the iconic dome of the Duomo. A true gem of Florentine art and engineering.Customers are kindly informed that Giotto’s Bell Tower will remain closed from November 10th to 14th.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Every first Tuesday of the month, the Opera Museum is closed

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Florence Baptistery & Opera Museum Audioguided tour with guide?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Entry ticket to Giotto's Bell Tower (if option selected)
  • Earphones
  • Live expert commentary from a professional guide (Italian and English)
  • Multilingual audioguided experience of the Baptistery and Opera del Duomo Museum
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and select museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Every first Tuesday of the month, the Opera Museum is closed
  • Skip-the-line access may not be guaranteed for reasons outside the tour operator's control and depending on the Opera del Duomo
  • Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the tour
  • Please keep in mind that the mosaics of the Baptistery are undergoing restoration
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (CEST).

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