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Accademia Gallery Skip-the-Line with Florence Walking Tour

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Duration

2 hr 30 min - 3 hr

Opens tomorrow

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Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience

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Skip the line and join a guided tour through Florence and the Accademia Gallery, exploring the city's religious, political, and artistic roots.

    • Skip past the crowds to the Accademia Gallery and explore the best of Florence.

    • Take a 2-hour walking tour through Florence’s city center and soak in Renaissance art at the Accademia Gallery.

    • Enjoy the attention and knowledge of a friendly guide throughout this small group tour. Uncover the captivating secrets behind Michelangelo's masterpiece, David.

    • Witness an intriguing iteration of Florence's rich history from the ‘Gates of Paradise’ at the Duomo Complex to the double-decker bridge of Ponte Vecchio.

    • Walk along the Medici area and witness the San Lorenzo Church, and Medici Chapels, resplendent of Medici family’s historical and artistic significance.

    • Skip-the-line entry to Accademia Gallery

    • Walking tour of Florence City Centre

    • Expert English or Spanish-speaking guide

    • Headsets for groups of 5 people or more

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    Guests from United States, Australia, United Kingdom and over 13 countries have loved this experience

    Susan Craig

    Susan

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Angela was amazing. She was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about her subject and we learned so much from her. I would do a tour with Angela again definitely.
    Allen Creamean

    Allen

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Paula was a fantastic guide. She was very clear and easy to follow and did a great job putting us in the right space to really feel the history she was presenting to us. She worked with CityWalks. Highly recommend.
    David John Kearney

    David

    May, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    This was a fairly small group (approx 15) so it was easy to avoid getting lost. Good tour from Ponte Vecchio to David's house., where it took us less than 10 mins to get in and through security. Our guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining. It was a worthwhile tour.
    Lugene Keene

    Lugene

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    The guide, Stefano, was excellent. Just enough material to make it interesting and could answer all our questions. I'd def take another tour and will recommend these tours.
    Wolfgang Merl

    Wolfgang

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
  • This tour with an expert local guide covers the highlights of Florence’s historic and artistic epicenter.

    Timeless masterpieces at Accademia

    Involve yourself in the splendors of the Accademia Gallery, where Michelangelo's masterpiece, the David, stands tall alongside other captivating works like I Prigioni and San Matteo. Witness the young Michelangelo's three-year journey to carve this iconic symbol of Renaissance beauty, a powerful testament to strength, courage, and the Florentine Republic's invincibility. Other unique artworks like Tree of Life by Pacino di Buonaguida are not to be missed.

    A Florentine stroll

    Explore the enchanting Medici district, home to the awe-inspiring palace, the ancient San Lorenzo Church, and the Medici Chapels, where the illustrious family found solace in their own monuments. Make your way to the Duomo Complex, where the Baptistery's ‘Gates of Paradise’, Brunelleschi's Dome, and Giotto's bell tower showcase Florence's architectural grandeur.

    Stroll through medieval streets, once trodden by Dante and Beatrice, and admire the unique Church of Orsanmichele, adorned with statues representing medieval trading guilds. Experience the charm of the Straw Market, and don't forget to give the famous porcellino (pig) a nose rub for good luck.

    Continue your journey across the romantic Ponte Vecchio, full of with sparkling jewelers, leading to the breathtaking Piazza Signoria. The majestic Palazzo Vecchio is truly to be marveled at, and its iconic Arnolfo tower, surrounded by an ‘open-air museum’ featuring the Fountain of Neptune, Michelangelo's David replica, and the Loggia dei Lanzi's ancient Roman statues.

  • Accademia Gallery

    MondayClosed
    Tuesday08:15am - 10:00pmlast entry 09:15pm
    Wednesday08:15am - 06:50pmlast entry 06:20pm
    Thursday08:15am - 09:00pmlast entry 08:15pm
    Friday08:15am - 06:50pmlast entry 06:20pm
    Saturday08:15am - 06:50pmlast entry 06:20pm
    Sunday08:15am - 06:50pmlast entry 06:20pm
  • What's not allowed

    • Note that the following are not allowed inside Accademia: bags, large backpacks, helmets, knives, scissors, hazardous objects, tripods, camera equipment, and flash photography.

    • Food and drinks are not allowed inside the museum.

    Accessibility

    • The Accademia Gallery is wheelchair accessible.

    • Not all of the Medici district is wheelchair accessible; for instance, the Chapel of the Magi is not. It's a good idea to check accessibility before booking.

    Additional information

    • It is mandatory to arrive at the meeting point at the mentioned check in time. In case of delay it will not be possible to join the visit, nor to have a refund or reschedule the guided visit.

    • Animals are not permitted, except for guide dogs, service dogs, and certified therapy animals.

    • Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

    • Mobile phones should be turned off or set to silent mode.

    • Flash photography is prohibited.

    • Re-entry is not allowed once you exit.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Meeting point

    • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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