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Florence City Pass Comparison: Firenze Card vs Turbopass vs Uffizi Passepartout vs Duomo Passes (2026)

Uffizi, Accademia, Palazzo Pitti, Boboli Gardens, and the Duomo complex — compared by what's actually included, verified against each provider's own current pages.

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Firenze Card

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Turbopass Florence

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Uffizi Passepartout

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Brunelleschi Pass

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Individual Tickets

Starting Price €85 (flat, 72 hours) €93.90 (City Pass, 1 day) or €79.90 (Flex Pass, 2 attractions) €40 (5-day validity, fixed 3 sights) €30 (72 hours, full Duomo complex) Pay per attraction — see rows below
Uffizi Gallery Included (1 entry, mandatory free reservation) Included (City Pass, pre-booked for you) / voucher pickup required (Flex Pass) Included — must be visited first Not included €25 same-day / €29 advance (€2 reduced, free under-18)
Accademia Gallery Included (1 entry, mandatory reservation by phone only) Included, pre-booked for you (both City Pass and Flex Pass) Not included Not included €20 + €4 reservation fee (€2 reduced, free under-18)
Palazzo Pitti & Boboli Gardens Included (1 entry each) Not included Included — visit after the Uffizi, no restrictions Not included €16 (Pitti) + €10 (Boboli), or €22 combined same-day
Duomo Complex (Dome, Bell Tower, Baptistery, Museum, Santa Reparata) Not included — confirmed directly, the Duomo's own official FAQ says Firenze Card access is not included Not included Not included Included — the only way to access the Dome climb; Giotto Pass (€20, no Dome) and Ghiberti Pass (€15, no Dome or Bell Tower) are cheaper alternatives Not sold individually — only via Brunelleschi/Giotto/Ghiberti Pass. Cathedral nave itself is always free.
Bargello & Medici Chapels Included (1 entry each) Not included Not included Not included €12 (Bargello) + €11 + €3 reservation fee (Medici Chapels)
Public Transport Not included by default — a paid add-on, 'Firenzecard+' (+€7), adds unlimited ATAF bus/tram for the 72-hour validity Not included Not included Not included ATAF single ticket ~€2.00 (90 minutes)
Reservation Fees None — mandatory museum reservations are free for cardholders None stated None stated None — the Dome's mandatory time slot is included in the pass price Varies — e.g. €4 at the Accademia, €3 at the Medici Chapels; the Uffizi currently has no separate itemized fee
Format Digital app or physical card 100% Digital (QR code) Digital or physical Named, non-transferable digital/printed ticket Varies by provider
💡 Best For Best for a packed 3-day, museum-heavy visit hitting many of its 60+ circuit sights — but it does not cover the Duomo complex or public transport by default, and Accademia reservations must be made by phone.Best for travelers who specifically want the Uffizi and Accademia pre-booked for them alongside a broader attraction list — but it doesn't include Palazzo Pitti, Boboli, or the Duomo complex either.Best value specifically for the Uffizi + Palazzo Pitti + Boboli Gardens combination over up to 5-6 days — it does nothing for the Accademia or the Duomo.The only way to climb Brunelleschi's Dome — if you don't need the Dome specifically, the cheaper Giotto Pass (€20) or Ghiberti Pass (€15) cover the rest of the Duomo complex.Often cheaper for a short visit focused on just the Uffizi and Accademia, or just the Duomo complex — run the math for your specific plans, and remember reservation fees add to the total.
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Data sources & verification

Checked against 6 official and provider sources. Every fact listed here was verified on or after 2026-09-09.

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FactSourceLast verified
Boboli GardensAttraction detailsGallerie degli Uffizi (official)
Brunelleschi PassPass detailsOpera di Santa Maria del Fiore (official ticketing platform)
Firenze CardPass detailsFirenze Card (official)
Firenze Card × Boboli GardensPass inclusionFirenze Card (official)
Firenze Card × Galleria dell'AccademiaPass inclusionFirenze Card (official)
Firenze Card × Palazzo PittiPass inclusionFirenze Card (official)
Firenze Card × Uffizi GalleryPass inclusionFirenze Card (official)
Florence City PassPass detailsTurbopass (official, verified via live interactive booking-widget verification)
Florence City Pass × Boboli GardensPass inclusionTurbopass (official, verified via live interactive booking-widget verification)
Florence City Pass × Galleria dell'AccademiaPass inclusionTurbopass (official, verified via live interactive booking-widget verification)
Florence City Pass × Palazzo PittiPass inclusionTurbopass (official, verified via live interactive booking-widget verification)
Florence City Pass × Uffizi GalleryPass inclusionTurbopass (official, verified via live interactive booking-widget verification)
Galleria dell'AccademiaAttraction detailsGalleria dell'Accademia di Firenze (official)
Palazzo PittiAttraction detailsGallerie degli Uffizi (official — Palazzo Pitti is managed jointly with the Uffizi)
Passepartout 5 DaysPass detailsGallerie degli Uffizi (official)
Passepartout 5 Days × Boboli GardensPass inclusionGallerie degli Uffizi (official)
Passepartout 5 Days × Galleria dell'AccademiaPass inclusionGallerie degli Uffizi (official)
Passepartout 5 Days × Palazzo PittiPass inclusionGallerie degli Uffizi (official)
Passepartout 5 Days × Uffizi GalleryPass inclusionGallerie degli Uffizi (official)
Uffizi GalleryAttraction detailsGallerie degli Uffizi (official)

"Last verified" means a person checked that specific fact against that specific source on that date. It is not a page-publication date, a file-modification date or a build date. Prices and rules can change at any time — always confirm the current figure with the provider before booking.

Breakdown by Main Attractions

01. The Uffizi and Accademia have genuinely different fee structures

The Uffizi's current site shows two flat prices (€25 same-day, €29 advance) with no separately itemized reservation fee. The Accademia instead shows a €20 admission price PLUS an explicit €4.00 reservation fee as its own line item — the same €24 total either way you book, but a structurally different presentation. Never assume one museum's fee model applies to the other.

02. Firenze Card does not include the Duomo complex — confirmed directly

The Duomo's own official ticketing FAQ states plainly: 'I have a Firenzecard: is the access to the monuments included? No.' If your Florence plans include climbing the Dome or Bell Tower, you need a separate Brunelleschi, Giotto, or Ghiberti Pass regardless of whether you buy a Firenze Card.

03. Palazzo Pitti does not automatically include Boboli Gardens

They are separately ticketed (€16 and €10 respectively) unless you buy the explicit combined ticket (€22 same-day), which is valid for one day only. The 5-day Uffizi Passepartout (€40) includes both, but only after a mandatory first visit to the Uffizi.

04. The Duomo complex has no single-monument tickets — you must choose a Pass

Brunelleschi's Dome, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery, the Opera del Duomo Museum, and Santa Reparata are never sold as standalone individual tickets. You choose between three passes: Brunelleschi (€30, includes the Dome), Giotto (€20, everything except the Dome), or Ghiberti (€15, no climbs at all). The Cathedral nave itself is always free and needs no ticket.

Which Option Fits Your Florence Trip?

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First-Time, Museum-Heavy Visit

Seeing many sights across 3 days — Uffizi, Accademia, Pitti, Boboli, Bargello, Medici Chapels — genuinely benefits from the Firenze Card at €85, as long as you don't need the Duomo complex too.

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Art Focus: Uffizi + Pitti + Boboli

The Uffizi Passepartout (€40, 5-day validity) covers exactly this combination for less than separate tickets would cost (€25 + €16 + €10 = €51), as long as you can visit the Uffizi first.

Duomo Complex Focus

Want to climb the Dome? You need the Brunelleschi Pass (€30) — there's no cheaper way to do it. Skipping the Dome but still want the Bell Tower, Baptistery, Museum, and Santa Reparata? The Giotto Pass (€20) covers all of those for less.

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Short Visit, 1-2 Sights

Only want the Uffizi and Accademia? Buying them individually (€25 + €24 with fees = €49) can beat a full-day pass once you factor in what you won't use.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the best Florence city pass?
It depends on your plans. A museum-heavy 3-day trip (Uffizi, Accademia, Pitti, Boboli, and more) suits the Firenze Card (€85) well. If you specifically want the Uffizi + Pitti + Boboli combination, the Uffizi Passepartout (€40) is cheaper. If the Duomo complex is your priority, none of the general city passes include it — you need a separate Brunelleschi, Giotto, or Ghiberti Pass.
Is Firenze Card worth it?
Only if you'll genuinely visit enough of its 60+ circuit museums within 72 hours to beat €85 in individual ticket costs. It does not include the Duomo complex or public transport by default (a +€7 'Firenzecard+' add-on covers transport).
Does Firenze Card include the Uffizi and Accademia?
Yes, both are included with one entry each, and reservations are mandatory but free for cardholders. Uffizi reservations are made online; Accademia reservations must be made by phone (+39 055 294883) — there's no online self-service option for Accademia cardholder bookings.
Do I need a reservation with Firenze Card, and is it free?
Yes for the Uffizi, Accademia, Palazzo Vecchio Museum, Arnolfo Tower, Brancacci Chapel, and Palazzo Medici Riccardi — all with no reservation surcharge for cardholders.
What is Firenze Card Restart?
A €28 add-on for travelers whose original Firenze Card (bought within the last 12 months) has already expired. It adds 48 hours of additional validity, but only grants access to circuit museums you haven't visited yet — it does not let you revisit museums you already used your one-time entry for.
Does Firenze Card include the Duomo complex?
No. Confirmed directly on the Duomo's own official ticketing FAQ: Firenze Card access to the Duomo monuments is not included. You need a separate Brunelleschi, Giotto, or Ghiberti Pass.
What does the Brunelleschi Pass include?
Brunelleschi's Dome (the only way to access it — there's no standalone Dome ticket), Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery, the Opera del Duomo Museum, and Santa Reparata, for €30 (72-hour validity). The Cathedral nave itself is always free.
What's the difference between Brunelleschi, Giotto, and Ghiberti Pass?
Brunelleschi (€30) includes everything, including the Dome climb. Giotto (€20) includes everything except the Dome. Ghiberti (€15) is the most basic — no climbs at all, just the Baptistery, Museum, and Santa Reparata.
Is Florence Cathedral free?
Yes, the Cathedral's nave/interior is always free with no ticket required — but it's closed on Sundays and during religious celebrations due to worship use. The Dome, Bell Tower, Baptistery, Museum, and Santa Reparata are separate paid components, only accessible via one of the three Duomo passes.
Do I need a reservation for Brunelleschi's Dome?
Yes, a mandatory timed-entry slot is required and cannot be changed or cancelled once booked. A photo ID matching the named ticket is required at entry, and there's only a 5-minute grace period for late arrival.
What ticket includes Boboli Gardens?
Boboli Gardens is sold on its own (€10 same-day), combined with Palazzo Pitti (€22, 1-day validity), as part of the 5-day Uffizi Passepartout (€40, with Palazzo Pitti and the Uffizi), or included in the Firenze Card.
Does the Uffizi combined ticket include Palazzo Pitti?
Yes — the 'Passepartout 5 Days' (€40) includes the Uffizi, Palazzo Pitti, and Boboli Gardens, valid 5 consecutive days from first use. The Uffizi must be visited first; Pitti and Boboli can then be visited freely within the validity window.
Are Florence museums free on the first Sunday of the month?
Yes, for state museums (Uffizi, Accademia, Palazzo Pitti, Boboli Gardens, Bargello, Medici Chapels) under Italy's 'Domenica al Museo' program — no reservation is possible on these days. Palazzo Vecchio is a municipal museum and this rule does NOT apply there; it has a separate 'Domenica Metropolitana' free day, but that's only free for Florence-area residents, not tourists.
Are individual tickets cheaper than a pass?
For a short visit to just 1-2 sights, often yes — e.g. the Uffizi and Accademia bought separately (€25 + €24 with the reservation fee = €49) can beat a multi-attraction pass whose price assumes broader use.
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