The view of Florence from the dome was exceptional. But the guide was not very necessary other than skipping the line. The ticket price is 30 Euro per head but we paid almost double for the booked tour. Off course, we pay more than tickets' price if we book a tour via a tour company. still in this instance, it felt exorbitant because the guide was there only for the dome and very little functionality. All other places, we need to stand in separate queues and no way to skip lines.

The climb is spectacular! There is not a lot of use going with a guide, not very informative and too busy climbing stairs! Only bought this guided tour ticket as the dome climbs were sold out and this was the only way to do the climb in the time I had.

Easy to find our guide, well organised tour of the cathedral. The guide didn't join us for the climb to the top of the dome though I certainly don't blame him! It's not something I'd like to do several times a day! The view from the top is definitely worth the effort though and the walk between the inner and outer dome is an amazing experience. As you would expect some of the steps are very steep and quiet narrow in places so make sure you wear appropriate shoes. One of the highlights of our trip.