Piazza del Duomo, Florence: Address, Piazza del Duomo Reviews: 4.5/5
Piazza del Duomo
Piazza del Duomo
4.5
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This large city square contains the Basilica of Santa Maria del Fiore, the third largest cathedral in the world after St. Peter's in Rome and St. Paul's in London.
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Florentia, as it was called by Latins, is permeated by an eternal beauty spread in all corners of the city. The historic center is characterized by the immensity of the Duomo, able to transport tourists into the brightest age of Florence: the Renaissance. Who does not know the Brunelleschi Dome, San Giovanni Baptistery and the Giotto’s Campanile? Everything is enclosed here and it would be easy to imagine the city as it was in ancient times, with maids walking in the main square and horses carrying coaches. Nowadays, roads are busy with street artists. Rustic Tuscan bakeries give way to fashion shops; just stop for a few minutes in the middle of Piazza della Repubblica to enjoy the colors and sweet melody of the carousel that will bring back great memories from anyone’s childhood.
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4.5
22,359 reviews
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barby-leo
Cape Coral, FL82 contributions
Nov. 2021
It’s a magical place! Everywhere you look are these beautiful buildings. Daytime or night it’s always beautiful.
Written 10 January 2022
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Brian D
20 contributions
Dec. 2021
The tour guide had some great history to relate, and then the tour was fantastic. Each stop to the top of the Dome had a lot of great information and broke up the workout of climbing 100s of steps.
Written 2 January 2022
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Joric M
Lisbon, Portugal189 contributions
Dec. 2021
You marvel at the exterior of the Duomo, but don't forget to check out the architecture around the square, inclyding a few cool wine doors along the way.
Written 14 December 2021
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wir43
Frankfurt, Germany5 contributions
Nov. 2021
Climbing up the dome is worth it but very challenging.
The baptisterium and museum are also worth visiting.
The baptisterium and museum are also worth visiting.
Written 13 December 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Chuck D
Furlong, PA324 contributions
Nov. 2021
Such a beautiful and elegant cathedral. While we didn't get to climb the stairs to the dome (next time perhaps) it was amazing to view from the ground.
Written 5 December 2021
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janiewa
Punta Gorda, FL510 contributions
Oct. 2021
This square symbolizes Florence to me. If you haven't seen the cathedral and the surrounding buildings, then you have not truly experienced the city. Spend a few moments just standing there to experience the atmosphere the city offers.
Written 20 November 2021
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Jan H
Swansea, UK13 contributions
Oct. 2021
We booked ahead to visit the Dome of the Cathedral - well worth it to avoid huge queues - even in October. There are close on 500 steps to the top so this is not a stair climb for the faint-hearted or those with medical conditions but the 360 degree views over Florence and the surrounding hills from the top of the Dome cannot be beaten.
You visit the gallery at the base of the dome which features frescoes depicting scenes from the Last Judgement, painted by Giorgio Vasari and Federico Zuccari.
As you ascend, you walk through narrow passageways of brick showing the construction of the Dome
The architect of the dome, Filippo Brunelleschi was nothing short of a genius designing the dome - which is still the largest masonry dome ever built - but also designing tools to get it built - including ways of transporting hot dinners up to the workmen! On the way down, there is an exhibition of the construction methods used when the Dome was built. Fascinating and a "must" for engineers and architects!
You visit the gallery at the base of the dome which features frescoes depicting scenes from the Last Judgement, painted by Giorgio Vasari and Federico Zuccari.
As you ascend, you walk through narrow passageways of brick showing the construction of the Dome
The architect of the dome, Filippo Brunelleschi was nothing short of a genius designing the dome - which is still the largest masonry dome ever built - but also designing tools to get it built - including ways of transporting hot dinners up to the workmen! On the way down, there is an exhibition of the construction methods used when the Dome was built. Fascinating and a "must" for engineers and architects!
Written 31 October 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
aerete
Minneapolis, MN423 contributions
Dec. 2020
You will have your choice for purchasing just about anything at the market. My spouse found several leather items, while is stocked up on scarves and ties.
Written 29 October 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Andy S
San Ramon, CA15 contributions
Oct. 2021
large Piazza, lots of people. be aware of the hustlers, lots of beggars. watch your wallet. lots of gelato places, be aware molst of them are tourist traps, with bad food and high prices. if you wonder a little to one of the side street, you will find great reasonable places to eat
Written 20 October 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
982rodneyl
Grande Prairie, Canada144 contributions
Oct. 2021
The Duomo, the Bell Tower, the Baptistry what more could you ask for. Restaurants are surprisingly good, some talented street musicians, gelato - it is travel in Italy
Written 16 October 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Barbmod
La Verne, CA3 contributions
Do you need to abide by the dress code if you are going up the dome and not into the cathedral? It’s over 100 degrees in Florence this week and I thought they might relax on the dress code....
Karen M
Woodstock, CT209 contributions
They do not relax on dress code. I was turned down wearing a high neck sleeveless top in the basilica next to the Duomo. Everything else was covered! I would second the idea of wearing a sundress and something to cover your shoulders. The heat was definitely rough some days.
Con i sandali lasciano entrare?
Antonio F
Rome, Italy24 contributions
Si è possibile.
Adventurer
Tauranga, New Zealand93 contributions
How much is it? we dont want a tour
cris336
Oslo, Norway70 contributions
just visiting the square? it’s free. you have to pay if you want to enter the church, I don’t remember how much exactly (between 10-20 euro per person, depending what you want to see)
Patricia A
10 contributions
Alguien sabe de que hora a que hora esta abierto il Duomo y La Academia de arte de Florencia?
Gracias
lreatti
Buenos Aires, Argentina132 contributions
Hola Patricia! No se si llega a tiempo mi respuesta. La Basílica está abierta de lunes a sábado de 8.30 a 16.30. Mientras que el campanario y Batisterio están hasta las 7pm. Ten en cuenta que la Basílica está cerrada al público los domingos y festivos por la mañana abriendo recién a las 13.30 hs )todos estos son horarios de verano. Espero te sirva!
martyn19601
19 contributions
Can i just pay to go up the dome or do I need an all entry pass?
Jill H
Barrie15 contributions
I was unable to get a reservation for the dome as I was only there four days. You need to be there six days to have access to tickets for the dome if you are using the Firenze card because it is in such demand. Book and pay for it separately if you are intent on doing it. Otherwise, just go up the neighbouring tower - same view.
jrenuvictor
Asansol, India70 contributions
Is the dome accessible by wheelchair inside?
Shell R
New York, New York, United States86 contributions
Unfortunately not, keep in mind this building is centuries old and the staircases are even too narrow for two people. You may be able to get to the loge areas by elevator, but not the top of the duomo.
PAROSPAOK
4 contributions
Έχει είσοδο για την εκκλησία και το βαπτιστηριο?
Τι άλλο έχει η πλατεία?
ARIADNI2013
Naxos, Greece184 contributions
NAI ,εχει εισοδο αλλα καλο θα ηταν να κανετε pre booking μεσω internet .Παντα εχει queue . Να μπειτε και στον πυργο και να ανεβειτε στον τρουλο.
H πλατεια δεν εχει αλλο αξιοθεατο.
Soleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
139 contributions
Quanto si paga per visitarla internamente ?
Raquel P
Valladolid, Spain2,735 contributions
18 euros cuesta la entrada conjunta a todo lo que hay en la plaza del Duomo.
massimilianocicali
Florence, Italy
18 aprile 2015
renato29558
Ceriano Laghetto, Italy32 contributions
non vedo la domanda....................
Sabeare
Heerenveen, The Netherlands45 contributions
Via welke site is het handig om een kaartje voor de Dom te bestellen en moet je dan ook al een datum en tijd aangeven?
John Travelor
Hoorn, The Netherlands28 contributions
Vooraf bestellen maakt geen verschil met ter plaatse. De lange wachtrij is voor iedereen. Ze hebben het ticket kantoor gescheiden van de Duomo zelf. Bestellen kan ook via Tiqets app.
Frequently Asked Questions about Piazza del Duomo
- We recommend booking Piazza del Duomo tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 220 Piazza del Duomo tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Piazza del Duomo:
- Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo with Brunelleschi's Dome Climb (From AU$115.55)
- Small Group Florence Skip the Line David & Accademia with Optional Duomo (From AU$94.68)
- Guided Tour of Florence by Night including Duomo and all the must-see highlights (From AU$56.16)
- Florence Walking Tour with Skip-the-Line to Accademia & Michelangelo’s ‘David’ (From AU$62.59)
- Private Michelangelo's David Tour (From AU$192.58)
- Hotels near Piazza del Duomo:
- (0.02 km) Bed and Breakfast di Piazza del Duomo
- (0.04 km) Appartamento in Centro Storico a Firenze accanto Duomo e al museo del Bargel
- (0.04 km) Il Cortile - Holiday apartment in central Florence
- (0.05 km) Firenze Rentals Suite Proconsolo
- (0.06 km) Oriuolo 30
- Restaurants near Piazza del Duomo:
- (0.01 km) Lo Scudo
- (0.02 km) Osteria 45
- (0.02 km) VETRERIA Ristorante Pizzeria Boutique
- (0.03 km) Bar Vittoria
- (0.04 km) Florere Caffe Bistrot
- Attractions near Piazza del Duomo:
- (0.02 km) Via del Proconsolo
- (0.03 km) ECHO Firenze
- (0.04 km) Linea 91
- (0.11 km) Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore
- (0.12 km) Cupola del Brunelleschi