I just came across a video from Alyssa (Romewise/Florencewise) about a newer Walks (of Italy) Tour - Alone in the Duomo 1.75 hour tour for $180 ($162 with a 10% discount) with a max of 15 persons. I was planning on purchasing the Brunelleschi Pass, doing everything included, possibly skipping Giotti's Bell Tower. That 3 day pass is 30euros, well worth the price IMO. Has anyone done the Alone in the Duomo Tour? How was it? Pros/cons? It would be a super cool experience, but I would still want to return to visit what I did not see in that complex.
Brief Tour Description-
545pm Duomo tour begins, as the final public guests of the day are still queuing up waiting their turn to climb the dome. Together with your guide and small group, you’ll be ushered straight inside to begin your guided climb up the 463 steps. You’ll also hear fascinating stories from your guide.
After checking out the views from the top of the dome, you’ll start making your way back to ground level, first visiting the cathedral’s terraces opened just for our small group. Take advantage of this precious opportunity to appreciate the dome’s beauty up close—and see two unique perspectives of Florence from both the north and the south terraces—without anybody else around.
Meet the cathedral’s Key Master and explore the sacred space alone.
The crown jewel of your after-hours Duomo tour comes as you step back into the main sanctuary of the church which will have closed to the public offering a peaceful and serene atmosphere. Your guide will show you some of the most stunning details inside the church, including the real story behind the strange clock above the door and the frescoes that will take your breath away.
To cap off your experience, you’ll witness a simple yet powerful moment only available to a privileged few. The Key Master will switch off the cathedral lights before leading your group outside, where he’ll lock the doors to the church for the day.