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Accademia Gallery Priority Entry Tickets

Name: Accademia Gallery Priority Entry Tickets
Start: 2026-05-05T09:55:00
End: 2026-05-05T18:50:00
Location: Florence

Sculpture of Abduction of a Sabine Woman in Accademia Gallery, Florence.

Cellos on display at Accademia Gallery, Florence, viewed by visitors.

Accademia Gallery art display in Florence, Italy, featuring religious paintings with timed entry tickets.

Couple admiring Michelangelo's David at Accademia Gallery, Florence.

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8:15am - 6:50pm

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Skip the lines at Florence’s Accademia Gallery and see Michelangelo’s David and other Renaissance masterpieces at your own pace. Enjoy full-day access, save time and money, and upgrade for expert insights.

4.4/5(6,034)

Peter H

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

Very easy process, as long as you follow the pickup instructions. Don't just join the queue, first go to the small kiosk opposite no 58 (the entrance to the gallery) where they exchange your online booking into an actual ticket. After that, join the queue for your selected time. There are always 2 queues, eg for 10.00 and 10.15, if you are after that you cannot join the queue, but as we were 10.30, we waited near to the 10.00 line, when they were finished it moved on to 10.30 so we managed to join it immediately.

Katie H

Group

Verified booking

2 days ago

We loved walking past the massive long queue of people waiting to go in. It was so worth the extra cost. David does not disappoint, the gallery was busy, but everyone seemed to be enjoying the artwork. This was a wonderful highlight of our trip.

Emilija L

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

The queue was super long, but we were put in a group by a very nice lady working there and came in fast even 5 minutes before our slot. The star of the Accademia is of course David, no need to explain.

Catherine S

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

The guide, I didn't catch his name, dark hair middle aged, was extremely knowledgable and informative about the Michelangelo statues and told very interesting details about him, his life and his process. Very helpful for my art student daughter, and fascinating. He made sure we had plenty of time to study the pieces, a great privilege, and you could tell how passionate he is about the work. Entry was easy, after meeting the Florence with Elvis representative in the designated area next door, we were given new headphones and proceeded to walk past the long queue for entry, straight in to the academy. We were then able to spend as much time as we liked in the gallery after the tour, so my daughter enjoyed drawing David. A wonderful, memorable visit thank you.

Loredana B

Couple

Verified booking

Apr 2026

Our tour was very pleasant and we were lucky enough to be a small group and enjoy the info and the beautiful paintings. Our guide, Elisa, was highly knowledgeable with a friendly attitude and easy going personality throughout the 1 hour long tour. She showed us the beautiful golden paitings, the statues and told us the stories behind, that brought us into the 15th century. Elisa was so documented that i still remember some details of Michelangelo's life that she shared with us. I'd recommend visiting the museum at the end of March when the season hasn't yet started and you can enjoy the tour at a nice pace.

Anke K

Solo

Verified booking

Apr 2026

Unfortunately, I don’t have much good to say. Even though we had booked a time slot, we didn’t get inside until after waiting in line for about 60 minutes. There was no audio guide—just a QR code, which didn’t work. Once inside, we still had to wait in line to enter certain rooms, so we weren’t able to view the artworks we’d chosen—Albrecht Dürer, for example. Thirty minutes before closing time, popular rooms were simply closed off. It is incredibly sad and disappointing that art is being used to make such a profit. There are far too many people in the gallery at once. It’s terrible. The ticket pickup worked.

Save 30–60 mins with skip-the-line entry to the Accademia Gallery at your chosen time slot.

Admire Michelangelo’s David, the Hall of the Colossus, and other Renaissance masterpieces.

Explore Europe’s oldest art-school-turned-museum at your own pace with full-day access.

Enjoy the most budget-friendly way to experience Florence’s art scene hassle-free.

Upgrade with an audio guide or a digital guidebook or a guided tour for deeper insights and stories. Else, choose the option to enter the gallery at any time between 9am and 5pm.

Skip the line entry ticket

Audio guide in English, French, Italian, Spanish, German & Chinese (as per option selected)

Guided tour of the Accademia Gallery (as per option selected)

Digital guidebook in English (as per option selected)

Printed copy of the guidebook

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Peter H
Couple
Verified booking
2 days ago
Very easy process, as long as you follow the pickup instructions. Don't just join the queue, first go to the small kiosk opposite no 58 (the entrance to the gallery) where they exchange your online booking into an actual ticket. After that, join the queue for your selected time. There are always 2 queues, eg for 10.00 and 10.15, if you are after that you cannot join the queue, but as we were 10.30, we waited near to the 10.00 line, when they were finished it moved on to 10.30 so we managed to join it immediately.
Katie H
Group
Verified booking
2 days ago
We loved walking past the massive long queue of people waiting to go in. It was so worth the extra cost. David does not disappoint, the gallery was busy, but everyone seemed to be enjoying the artwork. This was a wonderful highlight of our trip.
Daniel J
Couple
Verified booking
2 days ago
I didn't realize I had to meet at a different area when I bought the ticket. I waited in line and had to get out of line and wait for the guide. He showed up at the time the tour people where going in. So I ended up last in line
Emilija L
Couple
Verified booking
2 days ago
The queue was super long, but we were put in a group by a very nice lady working there and came in fast even 5 minutes before our slot. The star of the Accademia is of course David, no need to explain.
Moisés L
Couple
Verified booking
Yesterday
It was really easy to book through the app; they were always in touch and kept me updated—all of which made for a great visit

Skip the line and enjoy all-day access to Michelangelo’s David and masterpieces at Florence’s Accademia Gallery.

Getting started

Arrive at the Accademia Gallery’s main entrance, where your reserved ticket allows you to bypass the general queue. After a quick security check and ticket validation, you’re free to begin exploring at your own pace.

What to expect

Founded in 1784, the Accademia Gallery is one of Florence’s most visited museums, best known for housing Michelangelo’s David. This museum is a cornerstone of Florence’s artistic heritage, drawing visitors from across the globe.

Features

Michelangelo’s David: Admire the 5.17-meter marble statue, completed in 1504, symbolizing Renaissance ideals of beauty and human strength.

Hall of Prisoners: View Michelangelo’s unfinished sculptures, offering insight into his creative process and the evolution of Renaissance art.

Notable paintings: Explore works by Florentine masters such as Sandro Botticelli and Domenico Ghirlandaio, reflecting the city’s rich artistic tradition.

Musical instruments collection: Discover a unique selection of historical instruments, highlighting Florence’s role in the development of music.

Accademia Gallery

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	8:15am - 6:50pm	last entry 6:20pm
Wednesday	8:15am - 6:50pm	last entry 6:20pm
Thursday	8:15am - 6:50pm	last entry 6:20pm
Friday	8:15am - 6:50pm	last entry 6:20pm
Saturday	8:15am - 6:50pm	last entry 6:20pm
Sunday	8:15am - 6:50pm	last entry 6:20pm

What to bring

Bring your confirmation email or voucher (printed or digital) for entry.

Carry a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking; required for all ticket types.

What’s not allowed

No luggage, large backpacks, helmets, or items over 40×30×18 cm; there is no cloakroom.

Food, drinks, and pets are not permitted (only guide dogs, service dogs, and certified therapy pets are allowed).

Flash photography, tripods, selfie sticks, and filming equipment are prohibited.

Mobile phones must be on silent or switched off inside exhibition spaces.

Accessibility

The Accademia Gallery is wheelchair and stroller accessible.

Additional information

All guests must pass through a security check before entering.

The gallery may adjust your time slot slightly based on availability.

Children under 18 enter for free; those under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Re-entry is not permitted.

You may explore the gallery at your own pace during operating hours.

The museum is busiest midday; visit early morning or late afternoon for a quieter experience.

Dress modestly and respectfully for the cultural setting.

Planning to use the audio guide? Download it in advance via the Headout app — it works offline and supports multiple languages.

Note: On International Women’s Day (March 8), all women enjoy free admission to the Accademia Gallery, however, security checks still apply.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

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

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.