Florence Baptistery: bag policy & entry rules
Backpack and camera are allowed only with conditions. Suitcase, water bottle, metal bottle, food, tripod, umbrella and pets are not allowed. There is a free cloakroom on site.
What can you bring into Florence Baptistery?
What Florence Baptistery's official rules say, item by item. Tap an item for the detail.
Backpack Limited
Medium and large backpacks forbidden; must be left at the mandatory free Luggage Storage (Piazza Duomo 38/r).
Backpack rules at other venues →Suitcase / luggage Not allowed
Suitcases must be deposited at the Luggage Storage; not allowed inside.
Suitcase / luggage rules at other venues →Water bottle Not allowed
Food and drinks are forbidden inside the monumental complex.
Water bottle rules at other venues →Metal bottle Not allowed
Drinks forbidden; metal objects/tools restricted.
Metal bottle rules at other venues →Tripod Not allowed
Tripods (and flash and selfie sticks) are not allowed for photography.
Tripod rules at other venues →Camera Limited
Photography allowed but flash, selfie sticks and tripods are prohibited.
Camera rules at other venues →Umbrella Not allowed
Umbrellas (and canes not used as walking aids) not permitted; deposit at Luggage Storage.
Umbrella rules at other venues →Pets Not allowed
Animals are forbidden (assistance dogs for the disabled generally excepted).
Pets rules at other venues →We don't guess: ask the venue before you go if one of these matters for your visit.
What the rules do and don't say about these
- Stroller: Not explicitly documented; the Baptistery interior is at ground level but stroller policy is not stated.
- E-scooter: Not specifically documented in the official rules.
Size rule: Medium and large bags, backpacks and suitcases not allowed (must use Luggage Storage)
Large bags or suitcases may not be allowed inside. Drop them at a luggage storage in Florence before you go.
Cloakroom & lockers
Free Luggage Storage at Piazza Duomo 38/r is mandatory for all visitors to the monumental complex, including the Baptistery. Suitcases, backpacks and medium/large bags must be deposited.
What the official rules say
The use of the Luggage Storage is mandatory for all visitors to the monumental complex of Piazza Duomo. The service is free of charge. ... For all places of worship (Cathedral, Baptistery, Crypt), a dress code is required that includes covering shoulders and knees. ... prohibition of bringing animals, food and drinks. Florence Baptistery bag policy: quick answers
Can I bring a backpack into Florence Baptistery?
Limited. Medium and large backpacks forbidden; must be left at the mandatory free Luggage Storage (Piazza Duomo 38/r).
Can I bring a suitcase or luggage into Florence Baptistery?
Not allowed. Suitcases must be deposited at the Luggage Storage; not allowed inside.
Can I bring a water bottle into Florence Baptistery?
Not allowed. Food and drinks are forbidden inside the monumental complex.
Can I bring food into Florence Baptistery?
Not allowed. Bringing food and drinks is prohibited.
Are there lockers or a cloakroom at Florence Baptistery?
Free Luggage Storage at Piazza Duomo 38/r is mandatory for all visitors to the monumental complex, including the Baptistery. Suitcases, backpacks and medium/large bags must be deposited.
What bag size is allowed at Florence Baptistery?
Medium and large bags, backpacks and suitcases not allowed (must use Luggage Storage)