Guided Tours

Bargello Museum Guided Tour

Duration

1 hr

Open today

8:45am - 1:50pm

Guided tour

Enjoy reserved entry to the Bargello Museum with a guide. Discover works like Michelangelo's David-Apollo and Donatello's David in this focused 1-hour tour.

Skip the line at the Bargello Museum with pre-booked tickets and immerse yourself in its incredible art collection.

In this two-hour guided tour, you will be taken through Tuscan works of the 16th Century, glazed terracotta by Andrea and Giovanni Della Robbia and more.

Explore iconic works like Donatello’s David and St. George, or Michelangelo’s Bacchus and Tondo Pitti.

Dive into the early Renaissance as your guide uncovers the masterpieces created by Donatello and Verrocchio.

Hear fascinating insights through your radio system and feel free to revisit any exhibits you'd like to see again after the tour.

Reserved entry to Bargello Museum

Expert guide in English, Italian, Spanish, French, or German (as per option selected)

Radio system to hear the guide

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Food and drinks

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Step into a medieval palace where Florence’s greatest sculptors made history.

Getting started

Meet your expert guide at the entrance of the Bargello Museum and breeze past the ticket line. A quick security check later, you’ll step into the former palace-turned-prison, now home to some of the most groundbreaking sculptures of the Renaissance.

What to expect

Bargello Museum

Once a medieval fortress, this museum is the heart of Renaissance sculpture, showcasing works by Michelangelo, Donatello, and more.

Donatello’s David

The first free-standing nude sculpture since antiquity, this bronze masterpiece redefined art in the 15th century.

Michelangelo’s Bacchus

An intoxicating, rebellious take on the Roman god of wine, crafted when Michelangelo was just 21.

Verrocchio’s Saint George

A striking marble statue of Florence’s patron saint, capturing both motion and emotion.

Take in the grandeur of the museum’s arched courtyards, frescoed ceilings, and rare ivory carvings as your guide brings history to life. Once the tour ends, feel free to wander at your own pace and revisit the sculptures that captivated you most.

What to bring

You can bring your cameras as photography is allowed in the museum.

What's not allowed

Large bags and backpacks are not allowed inside; cloakroom services are limited.

Photography is permitted, but flash and tripods are prohibited.

Accessibility

All rooms of the museum are wheelchair accessible, except for the Chapel and Sacristy.

Additional information

A minimum of two participants is required for the tour to run.

Late arrivals cannot join, and refunds or rescheduling are unavailable. Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your slot.

If the minimum group size isn’t met, the tour may be canceled, with options for rescheduling or a full refund.

Skip-the-line access is included but subject to delays or strikes at the museum.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

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

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

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of the entrance of the Bargello National Museum.

Address: Via del Proconsolo, 4, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy.

Landmark: In front of Bargello Leather Factory.

Get directions to the meeting point