VIP David & Duomo Tour: Early Accademia Tour & Skip the Line Dome Climb with Exclusive Terrace Access
3.5 hours
Max 18
Why take this tour?
Highlights
- See two of Florence's major highlights in the best possible way
- Get skip-the-line access into each site
- Visit the Accademia to learn about Michelangelo, his incomparable statue of David and his Slaves masterpieces
- Gain exclusive entrance into Florence's Cathedral, which includes access to the terraces
- VIP access extends to the (optional) climb up the famed dome for a once-in-a-lifetime experience
- Sites Visited
- Accademia Gallery (Statue of David)
- Florence Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)
- Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
- Dome Terraces
- Dome Climb
- Tour Includes
- Early skip-the-line entrance at the Accademia Gallery
- Special access Florence Duomo tour
- Access to the Duomo Terraces
- Skip-the-line Florence Duomo climb
Take a shortcut directly to the Duomo rooftop
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Verified Customer Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9 /5
based on 716 reviews
Rating summary by category
Latest reviews
Excellent
Amazing experience with the VIP David and Duomo tour in Florence, Italy. Due to an accident on the highway, we were late to our tour. The global customer service reps were able to co tact our guides and rebook our your. The guides were professional and so passionate about their area of expertise. There was not a question that could not be answered. We were a group of 4 kids and 4 adults and everyone was completely engaged.
Stephanie ·
Aug 11, 2022
· United States
· Female
· 45 to 54 years
Excellent
Great tour for family of four with teenagers. Our tour guide highlighted the key points, had great info and was very punctual.
Andrea ·
Aug 10, 2022
· United States
· Female
· 45 to 54 years
Excellent
Our guide was fantastic
Gerard ·
Aug 07, 2022
· United States
· Male
· 65 to 74 years
Excellent
Stefano was very knowledgeable and engaging!
Highly recommend
Susan ·
Jul 31, 2022
· Female
· 45 to 54 years
Excellent
Excellent tour. The guide was fabulous! We were able to hop the lines to get in early. Very organized. Group size not too large.
Amy ·
Jul 27, 2022
· United States
· Female
· 45 to 54 years
Meeting Point
Meeting Point
Piazza San Marco. Meet by the statue in the middle of the square.
Please meet 15 minutes prior to the tour start time.
FAQs
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.
Does the Florence Duomo ever close unexpectedly?
The Cathedral of Florence occasionally closes for special celebrations/festivities, including Easter ceremonies. If this occurs during your visit, we will run an alternative itinerary that includes an explanation of the Cathedral from the outside and extra highlights of the city center. We are unable to provide refunds or discounts if the Cathedral closes unexpectedly.
Does the Duomo Museum ever close unexpectedly?
The Duomo Museum closes the first Tuesday of each month. On these occasions we will include a visit of the Underground section of the Cathedral instead (Santa Reparata). We will hand you a ticket which is valid for 48 hours so you can visit the Museum on your own the following day.
Is the Dome Climb accessible to people with limited mobility?
There are 463 steps to the top of the Florence Duomo and no elevator. Also, the staircase and is narrow and, in the summer, pretty hot. We don't recommend it for the elderly, people with limitations on their mobility, or anyone with claustrophobia.
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.
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.
Is this tour wheelchair accessible?
No. Unfortunately, due to site restrictions we cannot accommodate wheelchairs on this tour. If you use a wheelchair and book this tour by accident, we are happy to offer you credit for a future tour that is wheelchair accessible anywhere in the world, or a full refund.
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