Piazza del Duomo, Florence

Piazza del Duomo, the Cathedral Square, is an embodiment of Florence. Timeless beauty, captivating, popular, with rich history and exceptional architecture. As part of the historic center of Florence, Piazza del Duomo is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The square contains some of the most iconic places in the city. First and foremost is the Basilica of Santa Maria del Fiore which its dome is one of Florence's most recognizable symbols. Another landmark you can find at Piazza del Duomo is the Florence Baptistery (Battistero di San Giovanni). The Baptistery resides in a magnificent antique Romanesque building with an exquisite interior and contains the Tomb of Antipope John XXIII. Also, Piazza del Duomo includes Campanile di Giotto, Giotto’s Bell Tower, a wonderful 85 meters bell tower from the 14th century.

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  Piazza del Duomo, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
Recommended duration
2 hours to 3 hours
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