Cathedral Complex Semi Private Tour and Tower Climb Pass Activity - Florence Travel Guide

Overview

Uncover the history of the magnificent Cathedral complex of Santa Maria del Fiore. Discover ancient foundations in the Cathedral crypt and step inside the medieval Baptistery to admire its sparkling mosaics. Visit the Cathedral Museum housing priceless artistic treasures by Michelangelo, Ghiberti, and Donatello. After the tour climb to the top of the Bell Tower and enjoy stunning views over the city at your own pace with your museum pass.

Enter the legendary Baptistery and then Learn about the drive behind the construction of the huge dome that broke all the records. Step inside a reconstruction of the cathedral square featuring works by Donatello, Ghiberti, and others with the original sculpture of the old façade and the exquisite bronze doors of the Baptistery gilded in gold. See one of the last works by Michelangelo bearing his self-portrait and learn why it was never finished and why Michelangelo tried to destroy it.