iMuseo dell'Opera del Duomo
The museum of the Opera di Santa Maria del Fiore holds the sculpture and treasures made for Florence Cathedral, the Baptistery and the bell tower, which were moved indoors to protect them. Highlights include Michelangelo's Pietà Bandini, Donatello's Mary Magdalene and Cantoria, and the original Gates of Paradise by Ghiberti. It reopened in 2015 after a major redisplay, and the official site suggests about 90 minutes for a visit.
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Permanent Collections
Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise
Ghiberti's gilded bronze Baptistery doors (1425-1452), ten Old Testament panels, shown in the Sala del Paradiso.
Donatello's Mary Magdalene
Donatello's painted wooden Mary Magdalene (c. 1453-1455), carved from a single white poplar trunk, in the Sala della Maddalena.
Michelangelo's Florence Pietà
Michelangelo's Pietà Bandini (1547-1555), shown since 2015 in the dedicated Tribuna di Michelangelo.
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Getting there
Piazza del Duomo 9, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
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| MonToday | 08:30–19:00 |
| Tue | 08:30–19:00 |
| Wed | 08:30–19:00 |
| Thu | 08:30–19:00 |
| Fri | 08:30–19:00 |
| Sat | 08:30–19:00 |
| Sun | 08:30–19:00 |
Admission
From €20
Entry is through the Giotto Pass (Bell Tower, Museum, Baptistery, Santa Reparata), EUR 20, EUR 7 ages 7-14, free under 7. Also included in the Ghiberti and Brunelleschi passes. Residents of the Florence metropolitan area enter free on the first Sunday of the month.
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- How much does Museo dell'Opera del Duomo cost?
- Standard adult admission to Museo dell'Opera del Duomo is €20. Entry is through the Giotto Pass (Bell Tower, Museum, Baptistery, Santa Reparata), EUR 20, EUR 7 ages 7-14, free under 7. Also included in the Ghiberti and Brunelleschi passes. Residents of the Florence metropolitan area enter free on the first Sunday of the month.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
- What are the opening hours of Museo dell'Opera del Duomo?
- Museo dell'Opera del Duomo is open Daily 08:30-19:00. Closed the first Tuesday of every month for maintenance, including Tuesday 3 November 2026.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
- Where is Museo dell'Opera del Duomo?
- Museo dell'Opera del Duomo is located at Piazza del Duomo 9, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy, in the Centro Storico area of Florence.
- What can I see at Museo dell'Opera del Duomo?
- Michelangelo's Pietà, Donatello's Mary Magdalene and Ghiberti's original Gates of Paradise, behind the cathedral. Current highlights include Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise, Donatello's Mary Magdalene and Michelangelo's Florence Pietà.
- Do I need to book Museo dell'Opera del Duomo in advance?
- Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
- When is the best time to visit Museo dell'Opera del Duomo?
- Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.
Image credits
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- Museo dell'Opera del DuomoRicardalovesmonuments / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Brunelleschi's DomeSailko, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Florence CathedralGary Campbell-Hall, CC BY 2.0
- Museo Nazionale del BargelloEcemaml / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Palazzo VecchioFrancesco Bini / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0