[2025 Florence Attraction] Travel Guide for The Baptistery of St. John (Updated May)

Those who want to travel to Florence in a short but bold way, definitely save it🇮🇹 Before going from southern Italy to Switzerland, I was planning to pass by Florence for a day trip! I was greedy and decided to stay for a while. Those who are staying in Florence for a short time, definitely save it and refer to it🫶🏽 📍Places to visit in Florence -Cateredrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence Cathedral / Honestly, I think the Florence Duomo is the most beautiful of all the Italian Duomos, definitely..✨ -Battistero di San Giovanni / It's right in front of the Florence Duomo. Let's go together. -Palazzo Vecchio / Palazzo Vecchio, well known as the palace of the Medici family in the 16th century. As a city of art, the palace itself is a Renaissance ✨ - Ponte Vecchio / The sunset seen here at dusk is..🌅 - Galleria degli Uffizi / If you want to see the Renaissance, this is the place to go- - Piazzale Michelangelo / A place where you can feel art and youth. 🍽️Recommended restaurants - Caffetteria Coffee Store Castorino / The owner is friendly and the bakery is also delicious - View on Art Rooftop Cocktail Bar / I definitely recommend going here. If you sit on the rooftop, you can see the Florence Duomo in the background 🥺 - Il Ricettario / A Tuscan restaurant with a great taste. The seafood stew was really delicious and the servers were friendly. - L‘Osteria Di Giovanni / If you want to eat delicious T-bone steak, this is the place to go..✨ It’s so delicious, I recommend it 100,000 times. -Rooster Cafe Firenze - Porta Rossa / A cafe with a very delicious brunch Florence, Italy, was better than I thought because the city itself was a Renaissance art. Every place I went to was so beautiful that I wanted to stay longer. If you want to see Florence briefly and thickly like me, save it and refer to it🫶🏽🇮🇹 #Florence #Italy #Italy travel #Florence travel #Florence restaurants #Florence Duomo #Florence Cathedral #Michelangelo Square

#AprilGoodDestinations2025 The Baptistery of St. John the Baptist (Battistero di San Giovanni) in Florence is located on the west side of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. It is the oldest existing religious building in Florence and was consecrated and opened in the 11th century. Its regular octagonal structure imitates the Baptistery of St. John Lateran, with additional rooms built on the west side. The overall style is Romanesque, and it is estimated to have been built between 1059 and 1128. There are bronze gilded porches on three sides of the building (south, north and east). The main entrance on the east side was cast by Lorenzo Ghiberti as "The Door of Paradise". The gilded relief shows scenes from the "Old Testament". Michelangelo once praised it as the gateway to "paradise". This door is also regarded as a milestone in the enlightenment of Renaissance art. The other five sides of the baptistery are closed with stone walls. The medieval baptistery is preserved under the octagonal dome inside. Every day, through the light and shadow of the colored windows and the bronze doors, it tells tourists the legend of the blending of faith and art for thousands of years.

#AprilTravelSupport Rating: 4.3/5 Major Attractions: Baptistery Facade, 'Battista Gate', Interior Mosaics, Connection to Florence Cathedral Walking Distance: Directly connected to Florence Cathedral Description: Located near Florence Cathedral, this baptistery is one of the oldest buildings in Florence, a typical example of 11th-century Romanesque architecture. Its most famous element is the 'Gates of Paradise', a masterpiece by Ghibriello Ghibelli, with beautifully carved doors depicting Biblical stories. The interior of the baptistery is decorated with golden mosaics, and its scale and splendor overwhelm visitors. Recommendation: Admire the geometric beauty and elaborate mosaics of the baptistery, and feel the roots of Florence's history and art. Taking a photo in front of the Gate of Battista is a must-see for any trip to Florence!

Florence’s skyline is crowned by one of the greatest architectural masterpieces in the world—the Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, better known as the Florence Cathedral or simply “the Duomo.” Whether you’re gazing at Brunelleschi’s dome from a quiet piazza or climbing to the top for panoramic views, this is one of those places that makes your heart skip a beat. ⸻ 📸 Visual Highlights • Brunelleschi’s Dome: The largest brick dome ever constructed—an engineering marvel and artistic triumph. • The Marble Facade: Green, pink, and white patterns glowing in the Tuscan light—one of the most photogenic buildings in Italy. • Climb the Dome or Bell Tower (Giotto’s Campanile): 400+ steps of wonder ending in a 360° skyline view. • The Baptistery Doors: Gilded bronze “Gates of Paradise” by Ghiberti—don’t miss these right across from the cathedral. ⸻ 🧭 What to Do • Climb the Dome: 🧗♂️ Get close to Vasari’s frescoes on the inside, then emerge above Florence for an unforgettable view. • Visit the Museum (Museo dell’Opera del Duomo): 🖼️ See original statues, tools used during construction, and Michelangelo’s unfinished Pietà. • Attend a Service or Listen to the Organ: ⛪ If you time it right, the spiritual atmosphere during mass is breathtaking. • Wander the Piazza del Duomo: 📸 Perfect for photos, people-watching, or a gelato stop. ⸻ 📝 Insider Tips • Book Dome Climb in Advance: ⏳ It’s popular and often sells out—plan your time slot early. • Go Early Morning or Late Afternoon: 🌅 Light is best, and crowds are lighter. • Respect the Dress Code: 👗 Shoulders and knees covered if entering the cathedral interior. • Don’t Skip the Bell Tower: 🔔 Views of the dome from the tower are just as magical. ⸻ 🌟 Why It’s Special The Florence Cathedral is more than just a church—it’s the soul of the Renaissance, a fusion of faith, beauty, and human genius. From its awe-inspiring dome to the delicate marble facade, it captures the magic of Florence in one jaw-dropping monument. ⸻ #FlorenceDuomo #BrunelleschisDome #TripMoments #RenaissanceMagic #HiddenFlorence #SkylineDream

The white building on the left side of the photo is the Baptistery of San Giovanni. The clear black and white pattern of the exterior makes it look like trick art. It is not as tall as other buildings and may not have much presence, but the interior is what you should pay attention to! The golden mosaic paintings on the entire ceiling are one of the works you should definitely see if you go to Florence. Admission tickets are combined with other facilities and start at 15 euros for adults! Please choose a ticket from the official website according to the facility you want to see 🎫 📍Location: Piazza San Giovanni, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy #0 yen trip February 2025

On February 8th and 9th, 2025, we traveled freely in Italy, moving to Florence (Firenze) by train. Florence is the birthplace of the European Renaissance, and its entire city center is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Famous figures such as Dante, Da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Galileo once lived here, making it a city rich in historical significance.

#europetrip The Baptistery of St. John (Battistero di San Giovanni) is one of the oldest and most significant religious buildings in Florence, Italy. The Baptistery is located in the Piazza del Duomo, in front of the Florence Cathedral (Duomo di Firenze) and next to Giotto's Campanile. The Baptistery is renowned for its distinctive octagonal shape, constructed in white and green marble. It features three sets of impressive bronze doors, such as East Doors (Gates of Paradise), North Doors and South Doors. The Baptistery is open to visitors, allowing them to explore its interior and admire its architectural and artistic treasures. Address: Piazza San Giovanni, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy Opening Hours: 8.30am - 7.30pm

When in Florence, you must visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore⛪️! Here you can find the world's largest dome🏵 and the huge ceiling painting 'The Last Judgment'🎨, beautiful from any angle~ ｜Ticket options: ➀ Brunelleschi Pass 🎫30 euros (Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore + crypt + dome + bell tower + baptistery + museum) ➁ Giotto Pass 🎫20 euros (without dome) ➂ Ghiberti Pass 🎫15 euros (without dome and bell tower) 🟢 There are several types of tickets for the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, you can buy according to your needs! It's best to choose between the dome and the lighthouse, otherwise the nearly 40 floors of exercise can easily exhaust you~ 🟢 The ticket is valid for three days, but it's for one entry, not unlimited entries for three days, you can choose the time slot according to your own pace. 🟢 Personally, I don't think the baptistery and the crypt are that interesting, but the museum is quite good, there is a Chinese guide, you can spend more than two hours listening to the explanation and walk through it. (ps: free toilets are available throughout the museum, which is great) 🟢 If you only want to visit the 'Last Judgment' in the dome of the cathedral, you can enter from the free queue entrance next to the bell tower, but you must queue up as early as possible, there are many! Many people in line! And, it may close after 4 pm.

#OverseasTravel One of the oldest churches in the city of Florence, built in the 11th century next to the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, it was once a pagan temple, later converted into a church, and later became the baptistery of the Cathedral of Flowers. The building is an octagonal baptistery in the Florentine Romanesque style, with a simpler exterior design, only using white and green marble to create geometric figures. #2023 Travel Wishes Hope to fly to Seoul to see Korea’s first Catholic church—Yaudong.

#bucketlistreboot The Florence Baptistery, also known as the Baptistery of St. John, is a religious building in Florence and has the status of a minor basilica. The octagonal baptistery stands in both the Piazza del Duomo and the Piazza San Giovanni, across from Florence Cathedral and the Campanile di Giotto Further down, passing under the arch of the Uffizi Gallery head towards Ponte Vecchio. It is a great sight for tourists and offers a nice view of the river Arno. On the bridge you will see many tourist shops selling souvenirs. We are big fans of fridge magnets, so if you are like us, be sure to check out such shops in the nearby vicinity. #florence #italy