Towering over Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is as impressive in history as it is in beauty. From the original seventh-century church to the dome's completion in 1436, your expert English-speaking guide will share nearly two centuries of building stories. Learn about Brunelleschi's innovative techniques while viewing the dome's details from the cathedral's ground floor.

As you learn about the Duomo's creation, you will view the beautiful marble floors, elegant stained-glass windows, and stunning frescoes, including Vasari's The Last Judgement. And with your no-wait access, you'll be able to avoid the long entry lines and spend more time enjoying the sights within the cathedral.

This tour also includes tickets to the nearby Museo della Misericordia. You can visit this jewel of a museum on your own to see its selection of Renaissance paintings and learn about the history of the ambulance corps that was founded to deal with the Black Death.

Duration: 30 minutes