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Uffizi Gallery Small Group Tour with Expert Guide

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Florence, Italy
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On average, this is booked 18 (0) days in advance.

90 to 210 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Skip the long lines and enjoy guaranteed entry to Florence’s iconic Uffizi Gallery on a fully guided small-group tour. Meet your expert guide, breeze past the entrance with your timed ticket, and head straight inside to explore the museum’s world-famous collection. Discover Renaissance masterpieces like Botticelli’s Birth of Venus as your guide brings the art, history, and stories to life.

For an even deeper dive into Florence’s artistic heritage, upgrade your experience to include an Accademia Gallery Express visit and admire Michelangelo’s iconic David.

What's Included

  • Entrance fee included (Uffizi Gallery admission value up to €29)
  • Free time to stay inside the museum and explore further at your own pace after the tour
  • Uffizi Gallery timed entry ticket with reserved access
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities (optional)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazzale degli Uffizi
50122 Firenze FI, Italy

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Gallerie Degli Uffizi

Discover the Renaissance through the eyes of an expert storyteller. In this small group tour, every room becomes a journey from the drama and beauty of The Birth of Venus to the genius of Michelangelo’s work. This is more than a visit; it’s your chance to truly understand the art that changed the world.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Galleria dell'Accademia

If you select the upgrade, continue to the Accademia Gallery, where the story deepens as you stand before Michelangelo’s David and uncover the power, detail, and vision behind one of the most celebrated sculptures in history.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Uffizi Gallery entry tickets and reservation fees included: €29 – Adult admission ticket, €2 – Reduced admission ticket for European Union citizens aged 18–25 (inclusive), €0 – Free admission for visitors under 18 years of age
  • From January 1st, 2027, if your tour includes the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries, you will also enjoy a walking tour between venues, allowing your English-speaking guide to share fascinating stories and insights about Florence’s history and highlights along the way. Please note that the break between the two parts of the tour will no longer be included.
  • Galleria dell’Accademia admission ticket: €24 total €20 admission ticket and €4 reservation fee

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Uffizi Gallery Small Group Tour with Expert Guide?

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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Activity code: C-3731SKIPUFFIZI

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Entrance fee included (Uffizi Gallery admission value up to €29)
  • Free time to stay inside the museum and explore further at your own pace after the tour
  • Uffizi Gallery timed entry ticket with reserved access
  • Fully guided small-group Uffizi Gallery tour (max. 15 guests)
  • See iconic works by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Da Vinci, Caravaggio with your English-speaking guide
  • Upgrade to a 1-hour guided tour of the Accademia Gallery with an expert to see Michelangelo’s David.
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities (optional)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Full names of all participants must be provided at booking and must match a valid government-issued ID or passport. Entry to the Uffizi Gallery and Accademia will be refused if names do not match, and changes cannot be made after booking
  • Uffizi Gallery entry tickets and reservation fees included: €29 – Adult admission ticket, €2 – Reduced admission ticket for European Union citizens aged 18–25 (inclusive), €0 – Free admission for visitors under 18 years of age
  • From January 1st, 2027, if your tour includes the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries, you will also enjoy a walking tour between venues, allowing your English-speaking guide to share fascinating stories and insights about Florence’s history and highlights along the way. Please note that the break between the two parts of the tour will no longer be included.
  • Galleria dell’Accademia admission ticket: €24 total €20 admission ticket and €4 reservation fee
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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