Best of Florence Walking Tour With David & The Duomo
3 hours
Max 18
Why take this tour?
Highlights
- Enjoy special skip-the-line access to Brunelleschi's masterpiece, the Florence Duomo, and stop by the Baptistery for a peek at Ghiberti’s golden "Gates of Paradise."
- Skip the line into the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo’s David with an expert local guide.
- Tour the streets of Florence and hear the stories hidden around every corner.
- Uncover the fascinating history behind the Medicis, Florence's original crime family.
- Explore in a small group of 18 people or fewer for a relaxed experience and easier access to your guide.
- Sites Visited
- Accademia Gallery (Michelangelo's David)
- Florence Duomo (inside)
- Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
- Ponte Vecchio
- Piazza della Signoria
- Palazzo Vecchio (exterior)
- Orsanmichele Church (exterior)
- Piazza Repubblica
- Tour Includes
- Skip-the-Line ticket to Accademia Gallery
- Skip-the-Line ticket to the Florence Duomo
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
Check all of Florence's top sights off your list on a carefully curated walking tour.
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We had difficulty arriving to meeting place due to hotel directions but we found another guide that happen to have our tickets as group already began tour. He communicated with our guide and we were welcomed to our group. Our guide was amazing.
GetYourGuide customer · Mary · United States · Oct 19, 2025 Excellent
Valentina was such an amazing guide. A lot of information and history mixed with a great sense of humor. If you’re looking to get an overall experience of Florence, this is the tour for you.
Tripadvisor customer · Joe · Oct 18, 2025 Excellent
Thoroughly enjoyed. Very informative.
Antonio was an excellent tour guide.
Recommend this tour to everyone visiting Florence
Tripadvisor customer · Nancy · Oct 16, 2025 Excellent
Antonio was a fabulous guide who was personable and extremely knowledgeable. He took time to explain everything in great detail and wax terrific and answering our questions. The group was only about 12-15 people which was perfect.
Tripadvisor customer · hhait · Oct 16, 2025 Excellent
An excellent tour to see some of the highlights of Florence. The Duomo climb was well worth the best views the city has to offer. Sarah was a wonderful guide. Her passion and acknowledge will not be forgotten!
Viator customer · Steven · Oct 13, 2025FAQs
Does this tour skip the line at the Florence Duomo?
Yes! During the low season months of January and February, entry to the cathedral without waiting is guaranteed. However, during the rest of the year on weekdays (except Sundays when the cathedral is closed), you may encounter a brief wait before entering due to the volume of other tour groups. Thank you for your understanding.
Do I need to bring my ID with me on this tour?
Yes! This is especially important if you have purchased a student ticket because the museums will check when we arrive.
Does the Florence Duomo have a dress code?
Yes. The Florence Duomo is a holy place and as such, you are expected to wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees when you enter. It is also prohibited to enter the Cathedral and climb to the Terraces and Cupola wearing flip-flops, slippers, clogs and shoes with heels.
Will visiting during Easter or Christmas impact my tour?
During the Christmas and Easter periods, due to increased visitor traffic, the Duomo skip-the-line option is not guaranteed. As a result, you may encounter a wait before entering the Duomo.
Can I use a wheelchair on this tour?
Yes, but we require advance notice in order to accommodate wheelchairs on this tour. After booking, please contact us so that we can organize a private tour for you. If we cannot find a guide to lead you that day we'll offer you the same tour on the next available date or give you credit for another tour anywhere else in the world.
What if the weather is bad (rain, snow, hail, etc.) on the day of my tour?
Our tours run rain or shine so please dress for the elements. We also ask you to please remember hats and sunscreen if you are taking this tour in the summer as it might be very hot.
Can I bring my bag into Florence Duomo?
Larger backpacks are not allowed inside Florence Duomo. Please make sure to only bring small handbags on this tour.
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