Florence

Visited on 24-25 July 2025 

Sightseeing 

Places covered in Brunelleschi Pass (EUR 30, all located in the same square):

1. Brunelleschi's Dome
The most famous spot in Florence.
The dome is part of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.
The ticket reservation specifies the start time to climb the stairs.
There are three levels to access, the first level is the lower indoor ring of the dome, then the outdoor level of the dome, and on the way down, the upper indoor ring off the dome.

2. Bell Tower
It is the square tower located next to the cathedral entrance.
Almost the same with the dome, we had to climb longstairs to access the observation decks.
Due to the safety wiring, the view was better from the Dome.
Access till 18:45 at the time of visit.

3. Baptistery
It is the circular building behind the cathedral. The mosaic, the main attraction was under construction and not visible, so it was not attractive.

4. Opera del Duomo Museum
Located at the back of the Cathedral, next to the luggage storage.
Unexpectedly large and many items to see.
Access till 19:00 at the time of visit.

5. Santa Reparata
It is the underground part of the Cathedral. The Pass holder has to access from the door nearby the Bell Tower. Basically it gave the access to Cathedral itself and fortunately without queuing.

6. Cathedral
It is free and no need the pass, but very long queue. The benefit of the pass, we could enter from the door to Santa Reparata as mentioned above without queuing.

Note: Backpack is not allowed and can be stored at designated luggage storage for free with the Pass, located at the back of the Cathedral, next to the Museum.




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