Activity Policies
- Entry to the Baptistery requires a valid ticket or pass, depending on the type of visit.
- Visitors must follow the rules and instructions of the Opera di Santa Maria del Fiore.
- Appropriate clothing is expected when visiting this religious monument; shoulders and knees should be appropriately covered.
- Visitors should maintain respectful behaviour and avoid disturbing other visitors.
- Photography may be permitted for personal use, subject to the site's current regulations.
- Large bags and luggage may be restricted and may need to be deposited in designated areas.
- Access may occasionally be restricted because of restoration, religious functions or other operational reasons.
- Opening hours and admission arrangements may change, so visitors should check the official website before visiting.
Terms & Conditions
- Access: Entry to the Baptistery requires a valid Brunelleschi, Giotto or Ghiberti Pass; there is no separate individual Baptistery ticket.
- Opening Hours: The Baptistery is generally open daily from 8:30 AM to 7:30 PM. On the first Sunday of each month, it closes at 1:30 PM.
- Ticket Validity: Passes are valid for 3 calendar days from the selected visit date, with one entrance to each included monument.
- Restoration: The mosaics of the Baptistery's vault are currently undergoing restoration and are not visible to visitors.
- Dress Code: As the Baptistery is a place of worship, visitors must wear appropriate clothing. Bare shoulders and legs uncovered above the knee are not permitted, and flip-flops are not permitted.
- Security: Visitors are required to comply with security checks and follow the designated visitor routes and access instructions.
- Luggage: Medium and large bags, backpacks and suitcases must be left at the official luggage-storage facility before entering the monuments.
- Photography: Photography and audiovisual recording are subject to the monument's rules. Flash, portable tripods and drones are prohibited.
- Food & Drinks: Eating and drinking inside the monuments is prohibited.
- Animals: Animals are not permitted, except guide dogs and certified assistance animals.
- Accessibility: The Baptistery is accessible to visitors with mobility difficulties, subject to availability and the applicable arrangements.
- Changes/Cancellation: Once issued, reservations generally cannot be modified or cancelled and are not refundable under the official ticket conditions.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets and passes for the Baptistery of St. John are subject to the official Opera di Santa Maria del Fiore ticket terms. Reservations cannot be modified once issued. Cancellation and refund conditions are subject to the applicable terms of the purchased ticket or pass.
