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What people say about Basilica of Saint Mary of the Flower

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Angela
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Аудиоэкскурсия по Флоренции и билет в Палаццо Питти
Fantastic day out. We spent 5 hours walking round palace and gardens. Could have spent longer but struggled in the heat and couldn’t find water taps! Didn’t like €3.50 p/p cover charge in cafe in palace which was same price as a coffee.
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August 2026
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August 2026
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About Basilica of Saint Mary of the Flower

Address

Piazza del Duomo, 7
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Opening hours

  • Monday: 10:15 AM – 3:45 PM
  • Tuesday: 10:15 AM – 3:45 PM
  • Wednesday: 10:15 AM – 3:45 PM
  • Thursday: 10:15 AM – 3:45 PM
  • Friday: 10:15 AM – 3:45 PM
  • Saturday: 10:15 AM – 3:45 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
Local time

Best time to visit

Early morning on weekdays, especially spring or late autumn, for cooler weather and lighter queues in Florence.

Crowd level

Extremely popular in Florence, with 109,230 Google ratings; reserve entry 2–3 weeks ahead in high season, and choose the first morning slot for lighter crowds.

Directions

In central Florence, on Piazza del Duomo, an easy walk from Santa Maria Novella and major historic sights.

Basilica of Saint Mary of the Flower, Florence’s cathedral, is one of the city’s defining landmarks and a masterpiece of Italian Gothic architecture. Begun in the late 13th century, it rose over the site of the older church of Santa Reparata and became a symbol of Florence’s civic pride, artistic ambition, and religious life. Its vast red-tiled dome, engineered by Filippo Brunelleschi, transformed Renaissance building history and remains the cathedral’s most famous feature. The exterior is known for its richly colored marble facade, while Giotto’s elegant bell tower completes the skyline. Together with the surrounding Duomo complex, the basilica stands at the cultural heart of Florence and remains one of Italy’s most celebrated monuments.

Before you enter

  • Check current opening hours carefully; Sunday access is typically closed.
  • Arrive before opening to reduce waiting time in the square.
  • Wear clothing that covers shoulders and knees for church entry.
  • Keep bags light for easier movement through busy entrances.

What to expect

  • Expect the exterior to feel more ornate than the cathedral interior.
  • Look up for impressive views of Brunelleschi’s dome from inside.
  • The piazza around the basilica is usually very crowded.
  • You will share the site with many visitors throughout the day.

During your visit

  • Pause outside first to admire the colored marble facade details.
  • Step back across Piazza del Duomo for fuller dome photographs.
  • Move slowly inside and keep voices low in this active religious space.
  • Visit earlier in the day for a calmer experience around the basilica.

About Basilica of Saint Mary of the Flower

The cathedral accepts visitors from Monday to Saturday; it’s open from 10:45 AM to 4:30 PM. It is closed on Sundays and religious holidays.

This cathedral is open to the public throughout the year, so there is no wrong season to visit it. We recommend going there on weekdays or in the morning to avoid crowds of tourists and explore the cathedral in peace.

Santa Maria del Fiore is the third-largest cathedral in the world. Alongside the Baptistery of Saint John, Giotto’s Campanile, Opera del Duomo Museum, and Santa Reparata it’s a part of an architectural complex on Piazza del Duomo. Here are some of the things you can do in and around this cathedral:

  • Explore an architectural masterpiece. It took more than 130 years to build this Gothic cathedral, but the result is truly spectacular. Designed by Arnolfo di Cambio, this massive cathedral went through a lot of stylistic changes and rebuilding that took place during its construction. Even though the result doesn’t fully match di Cambio’s design, the cathedral is still a one-of-a-kind landmark and a testament to human ingenuity and tenacity.
  • Admire the magnificent dome of Santa Maria del Fiore. A century after the start of its construction, the church was still without its dome. Building a dome for such a massive building was a serious challenge; Filippo Brunelleschi, a renowned Italian engineer and architect, solved that problem and created the largest dome in the world (at the time of construction). The inner surface of the dome has the world’s largest mural by Giorgio Vasari and Federico Zuccari – The Last Judgment. You can climb the dome for a spectacular view of Florence, but you must purchase a separate ticket first.
  • Marvel at the beautiful mosaic floors of the cathedral. The exterior of this cathedral is much more lavish and decorated than its austere interior, but mosaic floors inside the church are a work of art.

Santa Maria del Fiore is at the heart of Florence on Piazza del Duomo. You can get there by bus, taxi, or on foot.

For example, you can reach this cathedral from Palazzo Pitti by boarding a Line 11 bus, then exiting at the Olio bus stop. From there, walk towards Piazza di San Giovanni, and you will see the cathedral in front of you.

FAQ about Basilica of Saint Mary of the Flower

Basilica of Saint Mary of the Flower is located in Florence, surrounded by many other great sights.

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