cool shore excursions®
Top activities
Top landmarks
Trip ideas
Nearby places
  • Tours by category
  • Tours by accessibility
  • Tours by feature
  • Tours by time
  • Tours by the numbers
  • Top attractions
  • Florence travel guides
  • Florence travel calendar
  • Tours in nearby places
  • Explore Tuscany tours
Language $Currency
Login / Sign up
Bookings
Bookings
Wallet
$0.00
Wishlists
Wishlists
Cool Rewards Rewards
Gift cards
Profile
Help Center
Language
Log out
Start your search
Change your search
Place or activity
Select Dates
You booked this experience
You're departing on
Google Calendar
Apple Calendar
Microsoft Outlook
Make your trip unforgettable

Michelangelo's David & Florence Highlights Tour

8 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 8 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor |
Recommended by 100% of reviewers
100% of reviewers gave this experience a rating of 4 or higher.
| Florence, Italy
Book online or call us

from $112.99 per person

Lowest Price Guarantee
Michelangelo's David & Florence Highlights Tour Image 1
Michelangelo's David & Florence Highlights Tour Image 2
Florence Cathedral
Michelangelo's David & Florence Highlights Tour Image 4
Michelangelo's David & Florence Highlights Tour Image 5
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 19 (0) days in advance.
3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
and 1 more
Italian
Instant confirmation

Overview

Join on this great 3 hour walking tour in the company of a local guide who will introduce you to the very best sights of Florence.  It is a super way to get to know the city and your guide with help with suggestions as to what you may wish to see on the rest of your stay in the city; where to eat, shop and perhaps enjoy the night life.  You will visit:  Santa Croce Church; the Bargello Palace;  Piazza della Signoria; Ponte Vecchio; Palazzo Vecchio; the Cathedral; Giotto's Bell Tower; Uffizi Gallery's courtyard; the church of San Lorenzo and see one of Michelangelo's most famous masterpieces David at the Accademia Gallery in the morning before the crowds arrive.

What's Included

  • Local taxes
  • Professional art historian guide
  • Gratuities
See 1 more

Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazza di Santa Croce
50122 Firenze FI, Italy

Show on Google Maps

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Via Ricasoli
58/, 50129 Firenze FI, Italy

What To Expect

Book Online

Our secure website provides real-time availability, instant confirmation.
Read more

Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free

Galleria dell'Accademia

Meet your guide a short walk from one of Florence’s top museums, the Accademia Gallery.
Read more

1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Basilica di San Lorenzo (pass by)

This tour takes you into the back streets of Florence to see the medieval town houses located in the oldest part of the city.
Read more

Piazza del Duomo

Then it is into the Piazza Duomo to cast your eyes upon the wonderful Cathedral with its perfectly preserved and unique marble engravings.  Towering above you is Brunelleschi’s Dome; symbol of Renaissance Florence and famous for its daring design and even more challenging realization. The Piazza Duomo is filled with interesting things to see but we will ensure you don’t miss Giotto’s bell tower, an example of 1300 architecture and the splendid Porta del Paradiso of the Baptistery.
Read more

30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piazza della Signoria

It is then on to the political centre of Florence, the Piazza della Signoria. Dominating one side of the square are the Uffizi, formerly the offices of the Grand Dukes of the city, and the former seat of the government of Florence. On the other side of the square is the Palazzo Vecchio.
Read more

30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ponte Vecchio

The, the walking tour takes you through the “Porcellino” (little pig) market and on to the oldest bridge in Florence, the Ponte Vecchio, which dates back to the 1300s. The landmark Ponte Vecchio offers marvelous views of the surrounding Florentine Hills. Your guide will tell you about the bridge’s history, and how the Vasari Corridor dramatically changed the shops that line the bridge.
Read more

30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piazza Santa Croce

The tour stops at the Church of Santa Croce.
Read more

30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Show 5 more stops

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Michelangelo’s David & Florence Highlights Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Still have questions?

We're here to help.
Activity code: C-101798P1

Traveler Photos

Reviews

5.00
8 reviews

Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 8 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

5 stars
8
4 stars
0
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 star
0
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 19 (0) days in advance.
Florence Tours
Attractions
Guides
Calendar
View more

Similar Tours & Activities

Luxury Shopping Experience: Private Chauffeur to The Mall & Prada
5.0 (9)

Luxury Shopping Experience: Private Chauffeur to The Mall & Prada

An unforgettable journey into the world of fashion: The Mall & Prada Space. Spend an half day in two of the best the shopping centers...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (9)
from
$148
Private Full Day Shopping Tour Mall Gucci and Spaces Prada outlet
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
5.0 (3)

Private Full Day Shopping Tour Mall Gucci and Spaces Prada outlet

• ESPERIENZA PER IL TUO GRUPPO PRIVATO • Dedicate a full day to high-end designer shopping, update your wardrobe with new styles and current fashion...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
from
$123
Day Trip to Pisa & Lucca from Florence with Leaning Tower Access
3.0 (1)

Day Trip to Pisa & Lucca from Florence with Leaning Tower Access

Take a day trip from Florence to experience the beautiful towns of Pisa and Lucca. First stop is Pisa where you head for the main...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
3.0 (1)
from
$274
Florence Uffizi Gallery and Its Fundamental Paintings Guided Tour
5.0 (3)

Florence Uffizi Gallery and Its Fundamental Paintings Guided Tour

Visiting Florence museums in the early morning is a little secret not to find oneself in very crowded rooms and doing it in a very...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
from
$143
Luxury Shopping Experience: Private Chauffeur to The Mall & Prada

An unforgettable journey into the world of fashion: The Mall & Prada Space. Spend an half day in two of the best the shopping centers …More

5.0 (9)

Luxury Shopping Experience: Private Chauffeur to The Mall & Prada

5.0 (9)

An unforgettable journey into the world of fashion: The Mall & Prada Space. Spend an half day in two of the best the shopping centers...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (9)
from
$148
Private Full Day Shopping Tour Mall Gucci and Spaces Prada outlet

• ESPERIENZA PER IL TUO GRUPPO PRIVATO • Dedicate a full day to high-end designer shopping, update your wardrobe with new styles and current fashion …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
5.0 (3)

Private Full Day Shopping Tour Mall Gucci and Spaces Prada outlet

5.0 (3)

• ESPERIENZA PER IL TUO GRUPPO PRIVATO • Dedicate a full day to high-end designer shopping, update your wardrobe with new styles and current fashion...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
from
$123
Day Trip to Pisa & Lucca from Florence with Leaning Tower Access

Take a day trip from Florence to experience the beautiful towns of Pisa and Lucca. First stop is Pisa where you head for the main …More

3.0 (1)

Day Trip to Pisa & Lucca from Florence with Leaning Tower Access

3.0 (1)

Take a day trip from Florence to experience the beautiful towns of Pisa and Lucca. First stop is Pisa where you head for the main...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
3.0 (1)
from
$274
Florence Uffizi Gallery and Its Fundamental Paintings Guided Tour

Visiting Florence museums in the early morning is a little secret not to find oneself in very crowded rooms and doing it in a very …More

5.0 (3)

Florence Uffizi Gallery and Its Fundamental Paintings Guided Tour

5.0 (3)

Visiting Florence museums in the early morning is a little secret not to find oneself in very crowded rooms and doing it in a very...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
from
$143

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Special Entry & Guided Tour of Michelangelo’s David in Florence
5.0 (1,274)

Special Entry & Guided Tour of Michelangelo’s David in Florence

Spiritual awakening by Michelangelo: discover the red thread that links David to the Sistine Chapel! This is not standard experience above David , this is...

1 hour 20 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (1,274)
from
$31
Skip the line David Guided Experience
4.8 (1,146)

Skip the line David Guided Experience

Accademia is a very small museum and does not allow more than 600 people inside, for this reason the queue can vary from 3 to...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.8 (1,146)
from
$33
Half-Day Chianti Wine Tasting from Florence with Two Wineries
4.6 (4,422)

Half-Day Chianti Wine Tasting from Florence with Two Wineries

Discover the best of Tuscany with a Chianti Wine Tour from Florence, a top-rated experience combining wine tasting, scenic countryside, and authentic Italian flavors. Travel...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.6 (4,422)
from
$62
Private Golf Cart Tour: Michelangelo & Florence Hills
4.7 (1,852)

Private Golf Cart Tour: Michelangelo & Florence Hills

Explore Florence's hills on a small-group electric golf cart tour, along exclusive routes that reveal breathtaking panoramic views and a quieter, more authentic side of...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (1,852)
from
$101
Special Entry & Guided Tour of Michelangelo’s David in Florence

Spiritual awakening by Michelangelo: discover the red thread that links David to the Sistine Chapel! This is not standard experience above David , this is …More

5.0 (1,274)

Special Entry & Guided Tour of Michelangelo’s David in Florence

5.0 (1,274)

Spiritual awakening by Michelangelo: discover the red thread that links David to the Sistine Chapel! This is not standard experience above David , this is...

1 hour 20 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (1,274)
from
$31
Skip the line David Guided Experience

Accademia is a very small museum and does not allow more than 600 people inside, for this reason the queue can vary from 3 to …More

4.8 (1,146)

Skip the line David Guided Experience

4.8 (1,146)

Accademia is a very small museum and does not allow more than 600 people inside, for this reason the queue can vary from 3 to...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.8 (1,146)
from
$33
Half-Day Chianti Wine Tasting from Florence with Two Wineries

Discover the best of Tuscany with a Chianti Wine Tour from Florence, a top-rated experience combining wine tasting, scenic countryside, and authentic Italian flavors. Travel …More

4.6 (4,422)

Half-Day Chianti Wine Tasting from Florence with Two Wineries

4.6 (4,422)

Discover the best of Tuscany with a Chianti Wine Tour from Florence, a top-rated experience combining wine tasting, scenic countryside, and authentic Italian flavors. Travel...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.6 (4,422)
from
$62
Private Golf Cart Tour: Michelangelo & Florence Hills

Explore Florence's hills on a small-group electric golf cart tour, along exclusive routes that reveal breathtaking panoramic views and a quieter, more authentic side of …More

4.7 (1,852)

Private Golf Cart Tour: Michelangelo & Florence Hills

4.7 (1,852)

Explore Florence's hills on a small-group electric golf cart tour, along exclusive routes that reveal breathtaking panoramic views and a quieter, more authentic side of...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (1,852)
from
$101

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Activity name

The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.

Filter by:

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Michelangelo’s David & Florence Highlights Tour?
A:
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Local taxes.
  • Professional art historian guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Michelangelo's David & Florence Highlights Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Michelangelo’s David & Florence Highlights Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Local taxes
  • Professional art historian guide
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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.
  • Galleria dell’Accademia admission ticket: €24 total €20 admission ticket + €4 reservation fee

Report Product Issue

Activity name