Florence Duomo Tickets 2026: Which Pass to Buy, Dome Time Slots, Hours and Free Entry

Florence Duomo tickets confuse many first-time visitors, because the cathedral itself is free while the dome, the bell tower and the other monuments around the square are sold only as passes. In fact, there are three official passes, and they differ mainly in which climbs they include. As a result, this guide explains what each one covers, how the dome time slot works and which pass fits your trip.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

Florence Duomo tickets at a glance

The prices above are the full adult rates on the official price list (checked September 2026). According to the same page, children aged 7 to 14 pay a reduced rate, about €12, €7 and €5 respectively, and children under 7 enter free.

What each official pass includes

The Opera di Santa Maria del Fiore, the body that runs the cathedral complex, sells three passes named after the artists who shaped the square. In fact, the names tell you the main difference.

Brunelleschi Pass: the full set, with the dome

Above all, this is the only pass that includes the climb inside Brunelleschi’s Dome. It also covers Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery of San Giovanni, the Opera del Duomo Museum and the crypt of Santa Reparata, the remains of the older church beneath the cathedral. According to the official Brunelleschi Pass page, the dome climb is 463 steps and the bell tower 414, with no lifts (checked September 2026).

Giotto Pass: the bell tower instead of the dome

By contrast, the Giotto Pass drops the dome but keeps the bell tower climb, plus the museum, the Baptistery and Santa Reparata. As a result, it suits travelers who want a view over the city, including a view of the dome itself, for less money. Note that the official page says the bell tower is undergoing major restoration, with partly reduced views, although the top terrace remains open.

Ghiberti Pass: no climbs

The Ghiberti Pass covers the museum, the Baptistery and Santa Reparata. It takes its name from Lorenzo Ghiberti, whose gilded bronze doors, including the “Gates of Paradise,” are shown in their original form inside the museum. In addition, it is the only pass with a student reduction, covered below.

How the dome time slot and 3-day validity work

This is where most visitors get caught out, however. Each pass is valid for three calendar days, but the climbs run on a fixed schedule:

• Dome: you choose a date and time when you buy the Brunelleschi Pass. The official page allows only 5 minutes of delay, and the 3-day validity starts from the date of your dome slot.
• Bell tower: Giotto Pass holders must use the time slot chosen at purchase, and it cannot be changed.
• Santa Reparata: Ghiberti Pass holders must book an hourly slot. By contrast, Brunelleschi and Giotto holders can enter at any time during the three days, according to the official FAQ.
• No changes or refunds: the FAQ states that passes cannot be modified, cancelled or refunded.
• ID for the dome: an identity document is checked at the dome entrance, so carry a passport or ID card.

In practice, book the dome slot first and plan the other monuments around it. For example, a morning dome climb leaves the afternoon free for the museum, which needs about 90 minutes.

Visiting the cathedral for free

The cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is free, with no ticket or reservation, according to the official visitor page (checked September 2026). It opens Monday to Saturday, 10:15 am to 3:45 pm, and it is closed on Sundays and during religious celebrations.

First, visitors without a pass enter from the main facade, and the line can be long in peak season. Pass holders, meanwhile, enter through the Porta del Campanile, which leads to the crypt. Also note that the passes do not follow Italy’s state “free Sunday” scheme, since the complex is run by the Opera rather than the Ministry of Culture. Our guide to free museum days in Italy explains which Florence museums do take part.

Opening hours and closing days

The official opening hours page lists the following (checked September 2026). Hours change for holidays and events, so confirm your date before you go.

In addition, all the monuments close on December 25, January 1 and Easter Sunday. Above all, notice the short Sunday window for the dome: if Sunday is your only free day, slots run out faster.

Dress code and practical rules

• Cover shoulders and knees. The official visitor page asks men and women to avoid tank tops, short shorts, miniskirts and low-cut clothing. The Baptistery rules also exclude sandals and hats.
• Leave bags at the luggage storage. Medium and large bags, backpacks and suitcases must go to the official luggage storage at Piazza Duomo 38/r before entry.
• Climbs have limits. The official pages say the climbs are not recommended for people with heart problems, vertigo or claustrophobia, and minors under 18 need an adult.
• Expect restoration work. The official Ghiberti Pass page notes that the Baptistery mosaics are currently not visible because of restoration.

How to buy Florence Duomo tickets safely

Buy only from the official ticket shop, which the Opera names as its only online channel and where it warns against unauthorized resellers. Alternatively, you can buy at the ticket office at Piazza San Giovanni 7. According to the FAQ, it opens Monday to Saturday 8:00 am to 7:15 pm and Sunday 10:15 am to 5:45 pm. Then show the e-ticket on your phone, since printing is optional.

Keep in mind that many sites that rank for Florence Duomo tickets are resellers, not the Opera itself. If the official calendar shows your dome slot as sold out, marked with a grey “0,” a guided dome climb is another way up, subject to its own availability. Students, meanwhile, can buy the Ghiberti Pass at the reduced rate of about €5, but only at the ticket office with a student card.

Which pass for which traveler

Guided options: dome climbs and walking tours

For a start, the Opera runs its own guided tours, including a guided dome visit listed at about €50 on the official price list (checked September 2026). If you would rather compare outside operators, see our page on a guided Florence Duomo dome climb, which suits travelers who want the climb with a guide. Alternatively, a Florence walking tour with David and the Duomo pairs the square with the Accademia on the same day.

Finally, for the rest of your museum plan, read our guides to Uffizi tickets and the Accademia Gallery in Florence. Then compare the best tours in Florence for a first visit and budget for the city’s tourist tax. Our Florence travel guide ties it all together.

Heading to Venice too? Our guide to St. Mark’s Basilica tickets compares the basilica, Pala d’Oro, museum and bell tower options.

Planning more than one visit? Our guide to tickets in Italy groups every ticket guide by city, from Rome and Florence to Venice, Milan and Pompeii. Visiting Milan too? The rules there differ, as our guide to Milan Duomo tickets explains.

Florence Duomo tickets: frequently asked questions

Do you need a ticket to enter the Florence Duomo?

No. The cathedral is free, with no ticket or reservation, Monday to Saturday. You need a pass only for the dome, the bell tower, the Baptistery, the museum and the Santa Reparata crypt.

Which Florence Duomo pass includes the dome climb?

Only the Brunelleschi Pass. It also covers the bell tower, the Baptistery, the museum and Santa Reparata, and you must choose a dome date and time when you buy.

How long are Florence Duomo tickets valid?

Each pass is valid for three calendar days. For the Brunelleschi Pass, the three days start from the date of your dome slot.

Can I change my dome time slot?

No. The official FAQ says passes cannot be modified, cancelled or refunded, and only a 5-minute delay is allowed for the dome.

What is the dress code for the Florence Duomo?

Cover your shoulders and knees. Tank tops, short shorts and miniskirts are not allowed, and the Baptistery also excludes sandals and hats.