Opera del Duomo Museum - Florence

The Opera del Duomo Museum gathers the original art and architectural pieces created for Florence’s cathedral complex. Visitors often describe it as the place where the Duomo finally makes sense. Many reviews highlight the large gallery that reconstructs the cathedral’s original medieval façade. Sculptures that once stood high above the piazza are displayed at eye level, allowing visitors to study their scale and detail. Several reviews point to Ghiberti’s Gates of Paradise as the museum’s centerpiece. Visitors also mention Michelangelo’s unfinished Pietà Bandini and Donatello’s deeply expressive Penitent Magdalene as standout works. The museum includes models, construction tools, and building machinery that explain how the cathedral dome and façade were constructed. Many guests say the museum becomes the highlight of the Duomo complex because it connects the architecture outside with the artwork and history behind it. Highlights - Ghiberti’s Gates of Paradise - Michelangelo’s Pietà Bandini - Donatello’s Penitent Magdalene - Reconstruction of the original Duomo façade Details - Original sculptures from the Duomo, Baptistery, and bell tower - Museum dedicated to the Florence Cathedral complex - Architecture models and construction tools on display - Often included with Brunelleschi Pass tickets Prices - €15–€30 depending on ticket package Hours - Saturday: 8:30 AM–6:00 PM - Sunday–Friday: 8:30 AM–7:00 PM