Florence Cathedral Guided Tour

Fall in love with one of the jewels of the Italian Renaissance with this fantastic guided tour of Florence Cathedral. You'll learn all about one of the country's most famous cathedrals as well as being able to visit the Misericordia Museum.

Florence Cathedral Guided Tour

At the scheduled time, we'll meet in front of the Museo della Misericordia. From this point, we'll have priority access to the interior of the Florence Cathedral, a masterpiece of the Italian Renaissance and designated a World Heritage Site.

Inside, we'll explore the origins of the cathedral, built in honor of Santa Maria del Fiore, and trace its evolution from a small church in the 7th century to one of the largest Cathedrals in the world.

We will examine the architecture and the art within the cathedral, with a special focus on Brunelleschi's dome and the techniques and materials used in its construction.

Lastly, we will view the intricate fresco by Vasari and Zuccaro illustrating the Last Judgement, recognized as the largest decorated surface of this painting style.

Misericordia Museum

This activity includes a ticket for the Misericordia Museum, which you can visit at your convenience after the Cathedral tour. The museum features a significant collection related to Florentine history.

From April 1 to October 31, 2025, this museum located in Piazza del Duomo is open from Monday to Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm. It will be closed on Sundays, June 24, and August 15.