Duomo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Uffizi Gallery
A visit to Florence’s famous art gallery will bring you face to face with some of the world’s best-loved masterpieces.
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
The magnificent dome of Santa Maria del Fiore provides the Florentine skyline with one of its most iconic outlines.
Piazza del Duomo
The beating heart of Florence is the perfect place to chill out, surrounded by some of the city’s most breathtaking architectural treasures.
Piazza della Signoria
Meet up with Michelangelo’s David, check out one of the world’s most prestigious art galleries, and soak up the ambience of this favourite Florentine meeting place.
Palazzo Vecchio
After visiting Palazzo Vecchio, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Florence. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Via de' Tornabuoni
During your visit to Florence, you can enjoy retail therapy at Via de' Tornabuoni. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Activities
City Sightseeing Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Small-Group Wine Tasting Experience in the Tuscan Countryside
Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour
Skip the Line: Florence's Accademia Gallery Priority Entrance Ticket
The Best of Tuscany Tour: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Lunch at a Winery
Florence Vespa Tour: Tuscan Hills, Food and Chianti Wine
Our pick of the best Duomo Hotel Deals
Hotel Paris
"We had a stop over in Florence and truly enjoyed our stay! From start to finish the staff was extremely helpful and the room was exceptionally bigger than we anticipated. Location was perfect! The hotel was close to all the major sights. Would highly recommend this hotel!"
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Grand Hotel Baglioni
"Pros: great location and beautiful rooftop Cons: The rooms were sub-par and had many issues. Our first room didn’t have working air conditioning and the “upgrade” they gave us barely worked. The shower leaked all over the bathroom and when I told them they sent someone to “fix it” but the problem ..."
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
Hotel Calimala Florence
"Everything is as amazing especially the helpful and friendly staff. The whole experience was beyond our expectations!"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Bernini Palace
"Fantastic location. Amazing staff 10 out of 10"
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Globus Urban Hotel
"Great location, super breakfast, kind staff."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Solo Experience Hotel
"Location, cleen and modern."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Duomo
Historic Centre of Florence
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Historic Centre of Florence. Top attractions like Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Uffizi Gallery are major draws. Catch the metro at Unità Tram Stop or Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop to see more of the city.
San Giovanni
If you're spending some time in San Giovanni, Uffizi Gallery and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Maria Novella
Enjoy the popular shops in Santa Maria Novella. Piazza di Santa Maria Novella is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Porta al Prato - Leopolda Tram Stop or Fratelli Rosselli Tram Stop to see more of Porta al Prato.
Santa Croce
Santa Croce is known for its interesting museums, and you can plan a trip to Basilica of Santa Croce and Piazza Santa Croce while you're in town.
Oltrarno
Oltrarno is a destination visitors seek out for its fascinating museums, picturesque gardens and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like Pitti Palace or Pitti Vintage while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
