First Entrance Tour of Florence Cathedral with Dome Climb

What You Will Experience
Join us for an unforgettable early-morning experience inside Florence’s most iconic monument — the Duomo — before the crowds. Witness the cathedral awaken as the lights are turned on exclusively for your group by the Chiavigero, the historic keyholder. Marvel at the interior frescoes in silence, climb Brunelleschi’s magnificent dome, and enjoy panoramic views of Florence as the city stirs to life beneath your feet. It’s a VIP encounter with history, art, and architecture that few ever get to experience.

Highlights
• Be the first to enter Florence’s Cathedral at daybreak
• Meet the Chiavigero – the keyholder who opens the Duomo each morning
• Watch the lights illuminate the Dome’s breathtaking frescoes
• Admire Paolo Uccello’s Renaissance clock — still counting time in reverse
• Skip-the-line dome climb tickets included
• Enjoy spectacular rooftop views as Florence wakes up
• Guided tour of the Duomo, Dome, and Baptistery (exterior)

What’s Included
• 2-hour early access tour of the Florence Cathedral
• Private English-speaking licensed guide
• Exclusive entry before official opening hours
• Meet-and-greet with the Chiavigero
• Dome climb skip-the-line tickets (463 steps – no elevator)
• Small group setting for a quieter, more intimate experience

What’s Not Included
• Access to the Bell Tower or Baptistery interior
• Hotel pickup & drop-off
• Meals or drinks
• Gratuities

Schedule & Duration
• Duration: Approx. 2 hours
• Available: Daily (limited spots – early booking recommended)
• Language: English
• Group Size: Classic group tour (more than 16 participants)

Pricing Details
Adult, Teen (13+): €183
Child: €128
Private: €318/person (based on a group of 4)

Important Notes
• Not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, heart/respiratory conditions, claustrophobia, vertigo, or during pregnancy
• Dress code required: shoulders and knees must be covered
• No large backpacks or bags allowed on the dome climb
• Comfortable walking shoes recommended
• Dome climb: 310 steps (plus 153 to terraces, if applicable)

Booking Reference Code: DMT-240409

📍Meeting Point:
Meet your tour leader in front of the main entrance of Florence Cathedral

This tour runs rain or shine. Please inform us in advance of any special needs or medical conditions so we can accommodate you wherever possible.