There are three or four sights in Florence that have notoriously long lines. The Uffizi (on yesterday’s post) is one, and the Duomo (cathedral) is another. To illustrate how many people are waiting to get into the Duomo, here’s a jog down the length of the line.
If you can’t see the video below, watch it on YouTube.
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I was in Florence a month ago and my wife and I had to contend with the same crowds. We walked right in at 9 am to climb the duomo, got an aerial view of the inside of the church, and spectacular views of Florence. That`s my advice on how to see the duomo. Timing is everything in the tourist mobbed Rome and Florence!
Great to see you blogging again Rick! Especially appreciate the “travel tips”. Thanks to your advice we enjoyed a great stay in Vernazza last year, and I`m hoping to return to Italy soon.
Love these YouTube videos, Rick. Makes me feel as though I`m there in line with the crowd as opposed to watching a scripted show (I like those too!).
I am definately not the type to stand in line. But some cities particularly Florence seem to be crowded all the time. We have been twice and I think that is it, there are so many lovely cities in Italy to see.
Was in Florence in early March of this year. No line at all; we just walked right in to the Duomo.
Can local guides also provide reservations for the Duomo, etc.?
Hi Rick. Are you in Florence right now?