Is Baptistery of St. John under scaffolding?
Yes, it should look like the photo.
Short answer: As of 2 Nov 2026, Baptistery of St. John in Florence is clear of scaffolding, with no works or closures reported.
No scaffolding, closure or major works found in official notices or news when we last checked. Small cleaning jobs and short closures can still happen.
Current status
- Status
- Clear
- Last checked
- 2 Nov 2026
Latest visitor photo
No dated visitor photo yet.
Visiting Baptistery of St. John
Book skip-the-line entry or a guided visit, and check the official site the week you travel.
Other landmarks in Florence
Giotto's CampanileFull-height scaffolding was completed on 1 October 2026 for the first complete restoration in the tower's history. The climb and rooftop…Covered
Basilica of Santa CroceNo works reportedClear
Boboli GardensNo works reportedClear
Brunelleschi's DomeNo works reportedClear
Florence Cathedral (Duomo)The cathedral itself is clear, but its bell tower next door is fully scaffolded, so most piazza photos now include it.Clear
Galleria dell'Accademia (David)No works reportedClear
Palazzo VecchioNo works reportedClear- Piazzale MichelangeloNo works reportedClear
Pitti PalaceNo works reportedClear
Ponte VecchioNo works reportedClear
Uffizi GalleryNo works reportedClear
Questions
Is Baptistery of St. John under scaffolding or closed?
Yes, it should look like the photo. No scaffolding, closure or major works found in official notices or news when we last checked. Small cleaning jobs and short closures can still happen.
Are any works planned at Baptistery of St. John?
No works are announced at Baptistery of St. John as far as we know. We last checked on 2 Nov 2026.
What can I visit instead of Baptistery of St. John?
Brunelleschi's Dome climb in Florence is a good alternative that is open.
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