Duomo Florence Tickets 2025: Prices, Dome Climb & Passes

FAQs about Duomo Florence Tickets (Santa Maria del Fiore)

Is the Cathedral free to enter?

Yes, the main Cathedral interior is free, but expect long lines and limited hours.

Do I need a ticket to climb the Dome?

Yes, only the Brunelleschi Pass includes the Dome climb.

Can I buy tickets on the same day?

You can, but Dome slots often sell out. Online purchase in advance is strongly recommended.

Are there discounts for children?

Yes—reduced prices apply for ages 7–14; children under 7 enter free with an adult.

Can you buy Duomo tickets in person?

The main door to the Florence Cathedral is between the Bell Tower and the Cathedral’s big front door. You can enter here and go inside if you already have your tickets. If you still need tickets to visit the Florence Duomo or the Duomo complex, you can buy them at Piazza San Giovanni No. 7 ticket office.

You can purchase passes for the Florence Duomo complex in person at the official ticket office located at Piazza San Giovanni No. 7, inside the Antica Canonica di San Giovanni. This office is open Monday to Saturday from 8:00 AM to 7:15 PM, and Sunday and religious holidays from 10:15 AM to 5:45 PM. Please note that the previous ticket office at Piazza del Duomo 14/A has been closed since February 1, 2025.

At the new ticket office, you can buy any of the three available passes—Brunelleschi, Giotto, or Ghiberti—which grant access to various monuments within the Duomo complex. Additionally, this location offers services such as an information point and a bookshop to enhance your visit

Do you need to buy tickets in advance for Florence Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)?

Booking your ticket early is a good idea because the slots for climbing the Brunelleschi’s Dome can be fully booked days before, Especially during the high season. You should book it online to ensure you have your pass for the Duomo complex before you even get to Florence. You will receive a bar code that you can print or save on your phone at the automated entrances.

Who should I contact if I need help with my Duomo ticket?

Customer Service Phone: +39 055 2645789

Email Support: help@duomo.firenze.it

WhatsApp: +39 339 990 8183

What happens if it rains?

The Dome and Tower remain open in light rain. Bring a rain jacket—umbrellas aren’t allowed inside.

Can I enter the monuments before my booked time slot?

Yes, but with some conditions. When you purchase a Brunelleschi, Giotto, or Ghiberti Pass, you must select a fixed time slot (non-changeable and non-refundable) for certain monuments like the Dome, Bell Tower, or Santa Reparata.

If your reserved time is later in the day, you’re allowed to visit the other included monuments earlier—on the same day your pass becomes valid.

Example: If you have a Giotto Pass with a Bell Tower climb booked for April 4th at 12:30 PM, you can visit the Baptistery or Museum before that time on April 4th. But you cannot use the ticket on April 3rd.

All passes are valid for 3 consecutive days, starting from your first visit. Each monument can be entered once.

What are the opening hours of the monuments in the Florence Duomo complex?

The monuments of the Florence Duomo complex follow specific opening hours and entry rules. Brunelleschi’s Dome is open Monday to Friday from 8:15 AM to 6:45 PM, on Saturdays until 4:30 PM, and on Sundays and public holidays from 12:45 PM to 4:30 PM.

The Opera del Duomo Museum is open daily from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM, except on the first Tuesday of every month when it is closed. Giotto’s Bell Tower is open every day from 8:15 AM to 6:45 PM. Visitors with a Giotto Pass must enter exactly at their selected time-slot, while Brunelleschi Pass holders may visit the Bell Tower anytime within the 3-day validity of their ticket.

The Baptistery is open daily from 8:30 AM to 7:30 PM but closes early at 1:30 PM on the first Sunday of each month. Visitors should note that the vault mosaics are currently under restoration. The Cathedral itself is open Monday to Saturday from 10:15 AM to 3:45 PM, but it is closed on Sundays, during religious celebrations, and on May 24, 2025. Santa Reparata is open Monday to Saturday from 10:15 AM to 4:00 PM and on Sundays and religious holidays from 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM; it will be closed on May 25, 2025.

Ghiberti Pass holders must enter Santa Reparata at their reserved time-slot, while Brunelleschi and Giotto Pass holders have flexible access within the ticket’s validity. The entire complex is closed on Easter Sunday, December 25, and January 1.

Ticket offices, located at Piazza San Giovanni 7, are open Monday to Saturday from 8:00 AM to 7:15 PM and on Sundays from 10:15 AM to 5:45 PM, accepting only electronic payments. All time-slot bookings are final and cannot be modified.

Is a “Skip the Line” ticket available?

No, there is no “skip the line” ticket—and there won’t be one. Booking a time-slot in advance already serves that purpose, allowing timed entry to key monuments like the Dome, Bell Tower, and Crypt depending on your pass (Brunelleschi, Giotto, or Ghiberti). Be cautious of third-party sellers offering “skip the line” access—these offers are not authorized by the Opera di Santa Maria del Fiore.

How Does the Luggage Storage Work?

If you’re planning to visit the Florence Duomo complex and are carrying medium or large-sized bags, backpacks, or suitcases, you’ll need to use the official luggage storage facility. Located at Piazza Duomo 38/r, adjacent to the entrance of the Opera del Duomo Museum, this service is free of charge and is included with your ticket.

It’s mandatory to deposit your luggage here before accessing monuments like Brunelleschi’s Dome and Giotto’s Bell Tower, as these sites prohibit entry with larger items. The storage facility operates daily from 7:30 AM to 8:15 PM, and you must collect your belongings by closing time on the same day. Please note that for visits exclusively to the Museum, luggage should be left at the cloakroom located at Piazza Duomo 9.