Is the tour suitable for children?

Children 10 and older can join, but the dome climb is demanding and may not be suitable for younger kids.

Can I skip the dome climb if I don’t want to?

Yes, the climb is optional and done unguided after the main tour.

Are tickets included in the tour price?

Yes, the tour includes full access tickets and skip-the-line entry to the dome with timed tickets.

Is hotel pickup included?

No, hotel pickup is not included; visitors are recommended to use taxi or Uber services to the meeting point.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

No, due to the narrow stairs and dome ascent, the tour is not accessible for wheelchairs or walking disabilities.

How long is the dome climb?

The climb involves 463 steps and can take up to 30-45 minutes depending on your pace.

Florence Duomo Private Guided Tour by Babylon Tours | Food Tour | Guided Tour

Florence’s Piazza del Duomo is more than a city square — it’s the pulse of Renaissance heritage, crowned by one of the world’s most remarkable architectural feats. Babylon Tours Florence offers a focused 2.5-hour private guided tour that opens the doors to this extraordinary landmark, starting right at Piazza del Duomo, 9, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy. This experience is designed specifically for Spanish speakers eager to connect with Florence’s profound artistic and historical layers.

From the outset, your expert guide leads you into the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, where original sculptures and works by Donatello and Michelangelo frame the narrative of Florence’s artistic explosion. Here, you'll encounter the baptistry’s famous Ghiberti’s doors, known as the "Gates of Paradise," their intricate reliefs a testament to early Renaissance skill and vision.

The private format removes the typical crowd distractions, allowing a deeply personal encounter with the space and stories. After wandering through the museum and baptistry’s mosaics, the experience culminates in ascending Brunelleschi’s dome itself — a climb of 463 steps through narrow passageways carved inside this engineering marvel. Though unguided, your timed skip-the-line ticket guarantees swift access, rewarding effort with expansive views over red-tiled rooftops and the Arno River.

Babylon Tours Florence situates itself uniquely by blending art history, architectural wonder, and the thrill of physical ascent into a coherent adventure right in the city’s heart. This tour’s private, skip-the-line access and local Spanish-speaking guides create rare opportunities to absorb Florence’s Renaissance spirit in intimate detail. Whether familiar with the city or arriving fresh, this itinerary invites travelers to stand literally above Florence’s past and present, an urban adventure grounded in culture and challenge.