Duomo Entry Tickets: Brunelleschi Pass

Bus lines: C1, C2, C3, 6A, 6B, 11, 14, 23, and 23N. Nearest bus stations: Proconsolo (4 minutes), Santa Maria Maggiore (4 minutes), Vecchietti (4 minutes), Pucci Duomo (5 minutes).

The main station, Santa Maria Novella (SMN), serves as the primary arrival point. From there, travelers enjoy a flat, 10-minute walk down Via Panzani and Via de’ Cerretani directly to the cathedral square.

Travelers take tram lines T1 or T2 and alight at the Unita station. Nearest tram station: Santa Maria Novella.
Trams operate every 10 minutes from 5:30 to midnight. The Cathedral sits about 500 meters away from the station.

Taxis cannot stop directly in front of the main doors due to pedestrian zones, but official taxi stands operate at Piazza del Duomo (behind the cathedral) and Piazza San Giovanni.

The Brunelleschi Pass Florence provides entry to the following historical sites and services:

• Brunelleschi’s Dome: The pass includes entry with a mandatory reservation to climb to the top of the Florence Cathedral dome.
• Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore: Access to the main body of the Florence Duomo.
• Baptistery of San Giovanni: Entry to the octagonal structure famous for its bronze doors and mosaics.
• Opera del Duomo Museum: Access to the collection of original artworks from the cathedral complex.
• Crypt of Santa Reparata: Entry to the archaeological remains of the ancient paleo-Christian basilica beneath the cathedral.
• Giotto’s Bell Tower: Permission to climb the bell tower designed by Giotto di Bondone.

The primary difference lies in the access to the cathedral dome. The Brunelleschi Pass of Florence serves as the only option that allows the ascent of the brick dome, while the Giotto Pass excludes this visit, limiting climbing activities solely to Giotto’s Bell Tower. Both options include the Baptistery, the Museum, and the Santa Reparata crypt.

Although Brunelleschi’s Dome forms part of the architectural structure of the Duomo (Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore), management treats them as distinct visits. The physical ascent to the interior of the dome requires a specific ticket with a timed reservation due to space limitations within the original stairways.

Yes, the Florence Cathedral complex requires a strict dress code as an active place of worship. Visitors must cover their shoulders and knees. Additionally, the administration prohibits entry with shorts, short skirts, or tank tops. Security personnel may deny entry to individuals who do not comply with these regulations.