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Giotto’s Campanile + Dome: The Perfect Pair

Plan a two‑climb day: routes, timings, and why Campanile first and Dome second often works best.

1/18/2026
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Aerial view of the cathedral complex including the Campanile

Climbing both structures gives you two lenses on Florence: the Campanile’s disciplined square geometry and the dome’s organic curve.

Aerial night

How to Pair

  • Order: Campanile in the morning, Dome for late‑day light.
  • Pacing: 30–45 minutes for Campanile; 60–90 for Dome.
  • Photos: Campanile offers framed views of the dome; Dome offers sweeping city panoramas.

Tip: If you’re sensitive to enclosed spaces, start with the Campanile to test comfort.

Logistics

  • Separate tickets or bundles; check inclusions.
  • Hydrate and wear good shoes.
  • Avoid noon in summer; shade is scarce.

Compare: Edges vs Arcs

Feature Campanile (Edges) Dome (Arcs)
Feel Open steps, windows Narrow corridors, terraces
Photo Frames of dome Panoramas of city
Effort Steady Pulsed with tight turns

Suggested Schedule

  • Morning: Campanile (cooler, clearer views).
  • Afternoon/Evening: Dome (warm light, dramatic sky).
  • Breaks: hydrate and rest between climbs.

Bottom line: Two climbs, one story — Florence in edges and arcs.

About the Author

Florence Travel Expert

Florence Travel Expert

I put this guide together to make your Duomo day simple, insightful, and full of quiet moments — the kind that stay with you.

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