The details around the ceiling of the Baptistry are pretty cool. Also, there are benches to sit on, and the building stays cool inside, so it is a good place to take a "break" while still viewing a really historic building. It costs €5.00 to go in. More

Quite unexpected , well worth a fiver. Thought the doors were impressive but inside the ceilings are a must-see. More

The baptistry doors are a must-see as you make your way to the Duomo. More

Just Go....you won't be dissappointed. Read up on it to get the full benefit of the magnificent artwork More

We did not go in. We did listen to part of an audio tour about the baptistery that told us about the doors. We saw the progression of the art which was cool to us. What really caught us though was the doors that never had anyone viewing them. The doors with the life of Christ on them. (if you... More

The Baptistry was one of the notable surprises of our Florence tours. Sitting in the shadow of the Duomo, the Baptistry appears initially to be a lower level attraction compared to the vastness of the huge Duomo...but don't be fooled. If I had to chose one of the two, the Baptistry was hands-down the best of the two. The exterior... More

You expect to walk in and see somewhat of a normal church but no - this tiny octagonal structure located just a stone's throw from the front of the Duomo surprises you once you pay the 3 euro entrance fee, it's so worth it. The gold door panels are just the beginning - inside are gold mosaics, intricately adorned altars,... More

On the Piazza del Duomo you find the small but lovely Baptistry building. Facing the Duomo, you will find the elaborate door containing twelve panels, replicas of Lorenzo Ghiberti's originals, depicting important biblical scenes. This door was given the name "Gates of Paradise", by Michelangelo. Its a very nice attraction worth seeing and spending time viewing while visiting the piazza... More

what an unbelievably amazing building! The artwork is truly breathtaking and the best we saw in all of Florence! do not miss seeing the baptistry! More