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Can you climb the Bell Tower at Duomo?

The Bell Tower can only be accessed on a contingent basi, following the restricted rhythms of the slot and not independently. No lift is available and there are many steps. The climb is not recommended for people with a heart condition or suffering from dizziness and claustrophobia.



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It takes about 463 steps to climb to the top of the Duomo Florence dome, and it can take around 30-45 minutes, depending on your pace.

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If you're mostly interested in the views of the city, I'd recommend climbing Giotto's bell tower (get the BRUNELLESCHI OR GIOTTO PASS). You get amazing views of Florence AND the Duomo AND the Baptistry AND it's less crowded.

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All visitors to the cathedral are required to remove their sandals, sunglasses, and hats before entering. Avoid wearing low-cut tops, short skirts, and short shorts. A. Wearing tunics, comfortable jeans, or traditional clothing would be the best way to go when deciding on your attire for visiting the Duomo.

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Yes, you can skip the line at the Florence Duomo by either opting for skip-the-line Duomo Florence tickets or a guided tour of the landmark. A. A skip-the-line ticket for Duomo Florence allows visitors to bypass the long queues at the entrance of the cathedral and go directly to the entrance.

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Accessibility. Admission to the cathedral is allowed only to people wearing clothing suitable for a place of worship. Visitors with bare legs and shoulders or wearing sandals, hats and sunglasses are not allowed inside the cathedral.

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Does the dress code apply to the climb as well? As long as you are wearing no shorts and no sleevless tops, you will be ok. Same applies to all religious sites. I see long shorts (to the knee) in the Duomo in Florence and other churches all the time nowadays.

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The best time to visit Duomo Florence is early in the morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds.

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Visitors with bare legs and shoulders or wearing sandals, hats and sunglasses are not allowed inside the cathedral. Bulky backpacks and bags are not allowed.

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Weekday vs Weekend: Visit Duomo Milan on weekdays to avoid crowds. The rooftops are open until 7 PM on weekdays and 8 PM on weekends. You can choose to visit the rooftops in the evenings to click stunning photos.

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