Like a presiding spirit, the cathedral—duomo in Italian—keeps watch over the streetscapes of Florence, including this block of Via dei Servi, a few hundred yards northeast of the church.

The Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore (known simply as the Duomo) is not only Florence's religious center, but it's also the city's most recognizable attraction. Occupying the Piazza del Duomo ...

Florence Duomo Climb: VIP After Hours Tour There are plenty of Duomo tour options to choose from, but only this one gives you the unique opportunity to be alone (with your small group) inside, as ...

Santa Croce is similar to the Duomo in style (both churches represent dominant Gothic traits), and the exterior is stunning, despite not being as elaborate as the Florence Duomo. Visitors come ...

This lesser known Italian city is often dubbed the "Florence of the South" for its stunning baroque architecture but remains free from the crowds of tourists.

Florence authorities ordered the Uffizi Galleries, the world-famous art museum, to close early, and the Duomo said it was also shutting. The fire service published images of cars partially ...