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Accademia Gallery & Michelangelo's David: Small-Group Tour

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Florence, Italy
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1 hour (approx.)
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Overview

Step into the world of Renaissance art with a guided tour of Florence’s renowned Accademia Gallery. Accompanied by your expert guide, enjoy a fascinating journey through the masterpieces that shaped the history of Italian art.

Marvel at Michelangelo’s iconic David, an extraordinary 5.17-metre marble sculpture created between 1501 and 1504. Admired worldwide as a symbol of Florence and a masterpiece of Renaissance sculpture, David represents the power, beauty, and genius of Michelangelo’s artistic vision.

Continue your discovery through the gallery’s remarkable collections, including Michelangelo’s unfinished Prisoners sculptures, an extensive collection of gold-ground paintings, and the Museum of Musical Instruments.

From breathtaking sculptures to fascinating historical stories, this guided experience offers a memorable introduction to Florence’s artistic heritage and the genius of its greatest masters.

What's Included

  • Accademia Gallery timed entry ticket ( 24,00 euro )
  • Radios and Headphones are available
  • Visit to the Museum of Musical Instruments
  • Meals
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
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Via Ricasoli
39, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

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Via Ricasoli
58/, 50129 Firenze FI, Italy

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Galleria dell'Accademia

Discover Florence’s second most visited museum with an expert guide, who in one hour will introduce you to Michelangelo’s David, one of the most famous symbols of Florence. You’ll explore one of the places with the largest number of Michelangelo’s sculptures, along with the Museum of Musical Instruments, the largest collection of gold-ground paintings and the Hall of the Prisoners, with sculptures designed for Pope Julius II.Your guide will take you into the museum and lead you on a journey through the life of Michelangelo Buonarroti as you discover Renaissance sculpture. When the guided tour ends, you’re free to stay inside the museum and spend more time with its paintings and sculptures.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Accademia Gallery. Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Accademia Gallery & Michelangelo’s David: Small-Group Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Accademia Gallery timed entry ticket ( 24,00 euro )
  • Radios and Headphones are available
  • Visit to the Museum of Musical Instruments
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Meals
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Accademia Gallery. Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers

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