Brunelleschi's dome

Its beautiful monument how our ancestors gave attention to details. Astounding work worth your time to admire it. Brunelleschi's Dome has 463 steps to the top, a journey that takes approximately 45 minutes to an hour and involves climbing through tight passages within the double-shelled dome. I have shared few photos of the visual experience inside and on the top of the dome. Once you start climbing you can't climb down in the middle, as you need to use same narrow flight of stairs to the top and climb down.

Brunelleschi’s Dome is an absolute masterpiece and one of the most impressive feats of architecture I’ve ever seen. Standing in front of Florence’s Duomo, the scale and beauty of the dome take your breath away — it dominates the skyline and is even more striking up close. Climbing to the top is an unforgettable experience. The walk up is narrow and steep at times, but along the way you get a close look at the incredible frescoes inside the dome. Reaching the top rewards you with panoramic views over all of Florence and the Tuscan hills beyond - truly worth the effort.

Brunelleschi’s Dome is a masterpiece of Renaissance engineering. The climb is about 463 steps through narrow staircases and hidden passages, where you can get close to the frescoes inside the dome. It’s a bit tiring, but the reward is the panoramic view of Florence from the very top – completely worth the effort! Mind you, you will be at the top of dome, hence you won’t be able to get the clear picture of the dome, but you can easily see the entire city.

My wife and I climbed the interior stairs to the top of the dome viewing platform. Great views. 480 steps to the top via spiral stair cases and some fairly steep steps with railing. Worth the view if you walk alot.

Nice experience. Climb to the top took around 10 mins. Depends on the speed of the people in front. Some low ceilings so watch your head. Great views from the top. Also it’s possible to see inside the cathedral on the way in and up which was enough for me so avoided the separate, long queue to go into the cathedral.

The view on top of Brunelleschi’s dome is the most beautiful overhead sight of Florence and is well worth the 463 step climb. We had an ample amount of time upon reaching the top of the Dome to take whatever pictures and videos we wanted to and simply enjoy the view before heading back down. The tickets purchased are for specific timeslots and certain numbers of people are able to go up at a time so I would definitely suggest purchasing one online or in advance and not worry about the wait since people are only allowed in at their specific times.

I very much recommend going into the church, it’s worth the waiting, but the best option is to book the full package up front a few weeks earlier and not stand in the line. Do not overpay (like me) though some sort of travel agency, just buy on-site earlier. The walk up the dome is not that hard for younger people, may be a challenge for elderly, but the views are worth it. When you go up pleas look at the architecture of the dome, it’s really breathtaking!

An unforgettable experience and a must-see in Florence! Brunelleschi’s Dome is an architectural marvel that leaves you in awe, both from the outside and especially from within. The climb to the top (about 463 steps) is a bit of a workout, but absolutely worth it for the breathtaking panoramic views of Florence. Along the way, you get an up-close look at the stunning frescoes inside the dome, which adds to the magic of the visit. Keep in mind: there’s no elevator, the stairs can be narrow and steep, and it can get crowded—so it may not be ideal for those with mobility issues, claustrophobia, or vertigo. Make sure to book your time slot in advance and be accurate at the entrance, as the access is regulated. Highly recommended for architecture lovers, photographers, and anyone wanting a unique perspective on this historic city!