The Baptistery of St. John, Florence

The Baptistery of St. John reviews

Rate this attraction

TripAdvisor traveler rating

4,408 reviews

Google

4.7

• By BackPacker800547

  It's just one room but it's lovely, with a 700 year old plus mural of religious motifs. It's a bit noisy despite the signage, but photogenic  more »

• By Asiyah Noemi K

  The octagonal Battistero di San Giovanni (Baptistery of St. John) is one of the oldest buildings in Florence. It is located opposite the Duomo Cathedral (full name Santa Maria del Fiore) and Giotto's....  more »

See more on TripAdvisor »

Google

• By Maria Stiebert

  It’s a hexagonal building. It’s beautifully pained all over the sealing. The big Jesus sitting on a throne welcomes you warmly. The paintings are beautiful and well described in the pamphlets distributed there. The good thing is, you can buy a combined ticket for Dome, Copula, the bell tower and the baptistery. It’s all worth it. It’s a very peaceful place to sit and get amazed.

  more less
• By Spyridon Kakouris

  Its' very beautiful indeed, but it;s just a small building (it will take you around 10 minutes to see it all?) and the three of its impressive doors are in the museum next door anyway.

  more less

See more on Google »

Plan your trip to Florence

• Get a personalized plan

  A complete day by day itinerary
  based on your preferences

• Customize it

  Refine your plan. We'll find the
  best routes and schedules

• Book it

  Choose from the best hotels
  and activities. Up to 50% off

• Manage it

  Everything in one place.
  Everyone on the same page.