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Combo (Save 5%): Uffizi and Accademia Guided Tour

Sculpture of the Rape of Sabine Women at Accademia Gallery, Florence, surrounded by visitors.
The Holy Family painting by Michelangelo at Uffizi Gallery, viewed by visitors.
Visitors walking through the statue-lined hallway of the Uffizi Gallery in Florence.
Tour group with guide viewing musical instruments at Accademia Gallery.

Duration

1 hr - 1 hr 30 min

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Guided tour

Explore Uffizi and Accademia Gallery in Florence with guided tours and fast-track entry - every art lover's dream.

Select an option

English Guided Tour of Uffizi Gallery & Accademia Gallery
from €85
€80.75
5% off
  • Explore Florence's top galleries with an expert English-speaking guide
  • Guided tour of Uffizi Gallery & Accademia Gallery
  • English-speaking guide
Spanish Guided Tour of Uffizi Gallery & Accademia Gallery
from €115
€95.57
17% off
  • Explore Florence's top galleries with an expert Spanish-speaking guide
  • Guided tour of Uffizi Gallery & Accademia Gallery
  • Spanish-speaking guide
Italian Guided Tour of Uffizi Gallery & Accademia Gallery
from €108
€102.60
5% off
  • Explore Florence's top galleries with an expert Italian-speaking guide
  • Guided tour of Uffizi Gallery & Accademia Gallery
  • Italian-speaking guide
German Guided Tour of Uffizi Gallery & Accademia Gallery
from €118
€112.10
5% off
  • Explore Florence's top galleries with an expert German-speaking guide
  • Guided tour of Uffizi Gallery & Accademia Gallery
  • German-speaking guide

4.4/5

(10,502)

Karen Lane

Karen

Sep 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Unfortunately, I had a text the night before telling me we would have to pay for the entry tickets as we had only paid for the tour. This was very perplexing but when we went to the meeting place, we were not asked for more money and were in time to join the group 15 mins before our booked time. Our guide led us straight in past the queue. He spent the whole hour talking about 'David' and the other sculptures nearby with incredible details about Michelangelo and what you can see from each side of David. We were all mesmerised by his calm delivery and even though it was crowded inside, he led us around to little areas where we could see perfectly. It was well worth having the talk as I believe I gained so much than just information.
Donald Scott Taylor

Donald

Sep 2025
Verified booking
5/5
A lovely and intimate venue compared to the size of the Uffizi gallery, whichvwe also enjoyed. Very high ceilings and beautiful lighting. We prepurchased our tickets to avoid lineups at the Accademie. It was going to be 28 Euros for a self-guided tour and we took advantage of a time-of-day discount (32.50 euros total) for a fully guided tour for a dozen of us. I cannot express clearly enough how valuable our guide was to our experience. Rafael, associated with one of the many on-line groups, was easy to find and we entered right on time. We walked past 100 to 200 people in line waiting for tickets. His coverage of what we were seeing was invaluable and ended the DAVID walk around with a surprising revelation.
Thingnganing longvah

Thingnganing

Sep 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Stepping into the Accademia Gallery felt like walking into a hushed cathedral of art. And then, at the far end of the hall, he appeared — Michelangelo’s David. Nothing prepared me for it. The sheer scale, the veins under the marble skin, the coiled tension in his stance — it was so lifelike it felt as though he might step down from his pedestal at any moment. Photographs don’t even scratch the surface; in person, it’s breathtaking, humbling and almost surreal. Seeing David up close wasn’t just a museum visit — it was an encounter with genius that left me completely awestruck.
    • Skip the queues with fast-track entry to Florence’s art royalty, the Uffizi and the Accademia.

    • See them both in one day or split your visits—your schedule, your choice.

    • Join a guided tour in English, Spanish, or Italian, and uncover the stories, secrets, and rivalries behind the world’s greatest masterpieces.

    • At the Uffizi, step into the beating heart of the Renaissance and stand before Botticelli’s spellbinding Birth of Venus.

    • At the Accademia, meet Michelangelo’s towering David and explore works by Leonardo da Vinci and other masters who shaped an era.

  • Uffizi Gallery

    • Guided tour of Uffizi Gallery with reserved timed entry

    • Expert English, Spanish, or Italian-speaking local guide

    Accademia Gallery

    • Guided tour of Accademia Gallery with reserved timed entry

    • Expert English, Spanish, or Italian-speaking local guide

    • Transfers between the two galleries

    • Access to Vasari Corridor

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • 4.4
    10,502 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Monique de Abreu Ribeiro

    Monique

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    3/5
    This tour was unfortunately very disappointing and not as advertised. Although Headout marketed as a combo, the experience was run by two completely different operators, which made it feel disjointed and inconsistent. The Uffizi portion was handled by Crown Tours. While the guide arrived 20 minutes late and spent too much time speaking about themselves rather than the artworks, they had good English and a solid level of knowledge. Crown Tours also came across as more professional, with clear WhatsApp communication and a representative at the meeting point. The Accademia portion, operated by Slow Tour Tuscany, was extremely poorly managed. I was sent incorrect meeting point details and only found the group thanks to the help of another company’s staff. When I finally located them, they were about to leave, and I nearly missed my entry. The guide’s English was not fluent, their vocabulary was limited, and the commentary added little to the visit — everything they said was already posted on the walls. Overall, the tour was frustrating and disappointing. In hindsight, it would have been far better to purchase tickets directly from the museums and use the official audio guide, which is often free. Buying tickets online is straightforward: arrive at your allocated time and line up for security as everyone else does. The advertised “skip the line” benefit proved useless, as we had to wait anyway due to the guide’s lateness.
    Jill Corrine Kroll

    Jill

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Our guide was amazing. I loved that she had a degree in art history. She did a great job of getting us into the museum through the crowds and making sure I got to see the things I most wanted to see. I would definitely book with head out Crown again. It was so easy to book and the email made it wonderfully easy to find the meetup location--no anxiety because a good description and map photo of the spots was provided. There were plenty of staff there to get everyone their stickers and direct us to our guide. Again, our guide was stupendous.
    Steve Simon

    Steve

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    4/5
    The museum was great, except we paid for skip the line guided tour and when we arrived we were told that our tour was they over booked and had technical issues. They also said they sent us an email which was untrue. Never received anything. They were going to reschedule us later but were unable to do so because we had other commitments. They finally got us in and refunded us like $28. The refund should of been more.
    Abigail Brewer

    Abigail

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Loree gave a great tour, it was very descriptive and provided a lot of context for the gallery and what we were going to see, which is what we were hoping for! The crowds were pretty insane but Loree did her best to keep our group together and to get us the best spots for viewing David and other statues by Michelangelo. We learned a lot and felt that this was a very worthwhile experience!
    Giorgio Frondoni

    Giorgio

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    3/5
    The guide's enthusiasm. Even though it was difficult to hear and understand the English pronounciation of the guide, she was lovely and very enthusiasic. The main issue with the tour was the audio; the audio system and the ambient noise that came in through the ear without speaker made the tour barely a three star experience. I would not recommend it to a friend.
  • Experience the Renaissance come alive on a guided tour through Florence’s two most iconic galleries—no lines, no guesswork, just the art that changed the world.

    Getting started

    Begin at either gallery, it's your choice. Sisplay your voucher confirmation to receive your headset and fast-track entry tickets. Skip the lines at both galleries for a smoother experience. Carry a valid photo ID for verification.

    Uffizi Gallery

    What to expect

    At the Uffizi, the Renaissance isn’t just on the walls—it’s in the air.

    Features

    • See Botticelli’s Primavera and The Birth of Venus up close.

    • Admire works by Leonardo da Vinci, Giotto, and Caravaggio.

    • Learn the evolution of Renaissance art through themed rooms.

    • Follow your guide’s expert commentary with your radio headset.

    Accademia Gallery

    What to expect

    The Accademia is where Florence’s most famous resident, Michelangelo’s David, waits to greet you.

    Features

    • Marvel at David and learn how it became a symbol of Florentine freedom.

    • Visit the Hall of the Prisoners to see unfinished sculptures.

    • Discover early Renaissance paintings and altarpieces.

    • Explore the Museum of Musical Instruments, a hidden gem in the gallery.

  • Uffizi Art Gallery

    MondayClosed
    Tuesday08:15am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Wednesday08:15am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Thursday08:15am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Friday08:15am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Saturday08:15am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Sunday08:15am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:30pm

    Accademia Gallery

    MondayClosed
    Tuesday08:15am - 06:50pmlast entry 06:20pm
    Wednesday08:15am - 06:50pmlast entry 06:20pm
    Thursday08:15am - 06:50pmlast entry 06:20pm
    Friday08:15am - 06:50pmlast entry 06:20pm
    Saturday08:15am - 06:50pmlast entry 06:20pm
    Sunday08:15am - 06:50pmlast entry 06:20pm
  • What to bring

    • A valid photo ID matching the ticket name

    What's not allowed

    Uffizi Gallery:

    • Large bags, backpacks, and umbrellas (must be left in the free cloakroom near the entrance)

    • Flash photography, outside food and drink, drones, and pets (except service animals with advance notice)

    Accademia Gallery:

    • Large bags, beverages, tripods, and flash photography

    • Pets (except guide dogs, service dogs, and certified therapy pets)

    Accessibility

    • Both the Uffizi and Accademia Galleries are wheelchair and stroller accessible, with facilities to accommodate visitors with mobility needs.

    • From December 2, 2024 to December 2, 2025, lifts in the east wing near the Granducal Staircase will be closed for maintenance. Visitors needing lift access can ask staff to escort them to the west wing (Lanzi Staircase) lifts.

    Additional information

    • Tip: Start at the Accademia for a shorter visit and finish at the Uffizi, which typically takes longer to explore

    • No re-entry is allowed once you exit either gallery.

    • Insider tip – Uffizi: Request your guide to lead you to the Arno-facing windows in the Tribuna room.

    • Insider tip – Accademia: Ask your guide about how the sculpture 'The Rape of the Sabine' got its name.

    • On the first Sunday of every month, the Uffizi offers free entry during normal opening hours.

    • Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at the Accademia.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly. Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID to your tour guide at the Meeting Point.

    • If you have purchased reduced price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification. Students must show their valid Student IDs.

    • Kindly ensure that you arrive 20 minutes before the start 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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