Ratings & Reviews
Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor
Guidekin's take
Bell Tower add-on? in our Duomo, Dome & Bell Tower Tours comparison. Without Bell Tower tier at €99 per person: David and Duomo complex tickets; select Bell Tower for a self guided climb. 4.67 from 440 reviews.
Trade-off: Morning cathedral entry is independent; Sundays excluded.
Last checked: September 18, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.
Overview
Guidekin summaryTimed entry to the Accademia for Michelangelo's David, then a guided walk around Piazza del Duomo with tickets for the Duomo Museum, Baptistery and crypt, and an option to add a self guided climb of Giotto's Bell Tower. Only afternoon departures enter the Cathedral with the guide; cover knees and shoulders. Rated 4.67 by 440 travellers at €99 per person.
From the guide
Discover the artistic and architectural treasures that define Florence, from Michelangelo’s David to its legendary Cathedral.
Use timed entry tickets to see Michelangelo’s David, then explore Duomo Square.
Visit the Accademia Gallery with pre-reserved tickets to see Michelangelo’s David.
Enjoy a guided visit of Duomo Square and Florence’s historic center.
Afternoon tours enter the Cathedral; morning tours view it from outside.
Add an optional self-guided climb of Giotto’s Bell Tower for panoramic views.
Tour options
The operator sells this tour in 2 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.
Accademia Without Bell Tower
from €99 / person
Guide: English
Accademia without Bell Tower : This option includes the Accademia to see the statue of David and the Duomo
Accademia + Giotto Bell Tower
from €109 / person
Guide: English
Accademia + Giotto Bell Tower : This option includes Accademia for statue of David and Giotto Tower climb
Schedule & Availability
Runs daily
Departures: 09:00, 10:00, 11:30, 12:00, 14:30
Available year-round
This tour runs daily, departing at 09:00, 10:00, 11:30, 12:00, 14:30. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 18, 2026.
What's Included
Professional and licensed expert guide
Timed entry tickets to the Accademia Gallery
2-hour guided tour & Optional Bell Tower Climb
Headsets to hear the guide better
Pre-reserved tickets for the Duomo Museum, Baptistery, Basilica of Santa Reparata
Cathedral Visit (guided entry in the afternoon or independent entry after morning tours)
What's Not Included
Transport to the meeting spot
Itinerary
Start with the Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo’s world-famous Statue of David. With timed entry tickets, step inside to admire David up close, along with other important works that shaped Renaissance art. Hear the stories behind Michelangelo’s genius and the significance of his sculptures.
45 min
Admission included
Continue into the heart of Florence to Piazza del Duomo, home to the city’s most iconic monuments. Uncover the history, engineering triumphs, and spiritual meaning behind these extraordinary landmarks as the square’s architectural beauty comes to life.
15 min
Depending on your chosen departure, step inside the Cathedral with your guide on afternoon tours or enter independently after morning visits. Admire Brunelleschi’s design and the iconic details of this Gothic masterpiece.
20 min
The tour continues with a visit to either the Duomo Museum or the Florence Baptistery, depending on availability. At the Duomo Museum, see original sculptures and works by Michelangelo and Donatello that shaped the cathedral complex.
15 min
Admission included
At the Baptistery, admire the glowing golden mosaics and learn why its bronze doors are known as the “Gates of Paradise.”
15 min
Admission included
Conclude your journey with the optional self-guided climb of Giotto’s Bell Tower, a rewarding ascent offering panoramic views over Florence’s rooftops, the rolling Tuscan hills, and the Arno River.
30 min
Admission included
Departure & Return
Start pointWe meet in front of the monument of Manfredo Fanti at Piazza San Marco. Your guide will have a signboard that says “Walks In Europe.
End pointYour tour will end in Duomo Square.
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Guided Cathedral visits take place on afternoon tours; morning tours include independent entry after the tour with your pre-reserved tickets.
- Sandals, shoes with heels and flip-flops, slippers, and clogs, as well as shorts or skirts above the knees are not allowed inside the Cathedral. Please bring a scarf to cover up before entering.
- The Baptistery is currently undergoing restoration of the vault's mosaics.
- Please note that backpacks of any size, as well as luggage or large bags, are not allowed.
- Clients must arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the tour. This is due to the timed entry of the tickets.
- It is not possible to join the tour after it has commenced.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
- Please note that Cathedral visits are not available on Sundays.
- Both the Duomo Museum and the Florence Baptistery are scheduled to be visited; however, depending on timing and availability, the tour may include only one of the two sites.
- The Cathedral is an active place of worship and may be closed to visitors at any time for liturgical services or religious ceremonies, sometimes without prior notice.
- You may be refused entry if you fail to comply with the cathedral’s dress requirements.
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Accademia Gallery.
- Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.
- Accademia Gallery admission ticket: €24
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| 1+ days | Full refund |
| 0-1 days | No refund |