Michelangelo’s David, Accademia & Uffizi Small Group Tour
Description
Explore Florence’s masterpieces and landmarks in one day with an expert English-speaking guide. Visit iconic sites, including the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo’s David and the Uffizi Gallery, home to Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, and more. This small-group tour is the perfect introduction to Florence, packed into a single, unforgettable day.
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Itinerary
Visit the Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo’s David. Your guide will help you admire this masterpiece from every angle, explaining the techniques Michelangelo used to make marble look as soft and lifelike as flesh. Learn about the history of the sculpture, its significance in Renaissance art, and the fascinating stories behind one of Florence’s most iconic works.
*If Uffizi Gallery & Accademia combo option selected ** With reserved access to the Uffizi Gallery, enjoy a smooth entry and immerse yourself in one of the world’s most celebrated art collections. Follow your expert guide as you discover masterpieces by Giotto, Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, Perugino, Michelangelo, Titian, Vasari, and more, while learning the fascinating stories, hidden details, and artistic techniques that make these works timeless treasures of the Renaissance.
* If Walking Tour option is selected * Enjoy a guided stroll through the historical center, covering all the must-see outdoor sights. Admire the iconic Ponte Vecchio, explore the leather market, and don’t forget to rub the nose of Il Porcellino for good luck.
* If Walking Tour option is selected * The highlight of the walking tour is the Florence Cathedral, crowned by its iconic red dome. Your guide will share the fascinating challenges architect Filippo Brunelleschi faced in creating this masterpiece as you admire it from outside. Entrance to the Duomo is always free, so you can return anytime to explore it further, enriched by the insights from your expert local guide.
* If Walking Tour option is selected * Your expert guide will lead you around Piazza Signoria where you’ll hear the stories behind the beautiful sculptures and see the place where Michelangelo’s ‘David’ once stood.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If your tour includes the Accademia & Uffizi Galleries, please note that, depending on the time selected, there will be approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours of free time between the two visits. Make sure to check with your guide the meeting time for the second part of your tour.
- 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 Uffizi 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.
- Uffizi Gallery entry tickets and reservation fees included: €29 – Adult admission ticket, €2 – Reduced admission ticket for European Union citizens aged 18–25 (inclusive), €0 – Free admission for visitors under 18 years of age
Reviews(2,042)
This tour was excellent! We were fortunate to have a Historian/Art Historian lead our tour who was extremely informative and perfect for us who also majored in Art in College.
Easy pick up location. Tour group was about 15 persons. "Skip the line" entrance was very busy and still a bit of a wait. Valentina was very personable and knowledgeable with regard to Michelangelo . Museum was smaller than anticipated and tour was not very long. The Ufizzi Museum part of our tour was canceled due to extreme heat which was disappointing and we are waiting a partial refund.
The tour guide was excellent. She was very knowledgeable and made the tour so much fun.
Stephanie gave a wonderful tour, hitting the highlights of Uffizi gallery and weaving in the evolution of painting styles among Italian artists. Our guide in the Academie/David also very knowledgeable in interesting. Both guides brought the artists and their famous works to life!
Marilena was such a pleasant guide. With her tour, we could appreciate the beautiful city of Florence from the lens of a local.
Sarah was an excellent guide and made the entire experience worthwhile! Her knowledge of the material was extensive but she didn't bore the group either and was good fun.
The group is sold as a small tour, but there were still about 18-20 people on it. Also, there is a gap of a few hours between when you visit each museum. This was not clear in the description and led to a choppy day. Although it was nice to be guided to the main attractions, the guides were not super knowledgeable regarding the artwork, artists, and significance of the artwork. Overall, I was disappointed.
Hi Laura, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed being guided to the main highlights of both museums and that the tour helped you navigate these iconic sites. We're sorry that the group size and pacing of the day did not meet your expectations. Your comments are valuable and will be shared with our team as we continually work to improve the experience we offer our guests.
Absolutely loved this tour! Our guide was so knowledgeable about Florence’s history. As we walked through the city, he took time to explain in detail the significance of the buildings and statues. The highlights of this tour were the David and the Uffizi gallery. These are amazing and a must see! Wear comfortable shoes because there is a lot of walking.
Very crowded. Our guide was extremely helpful. The skip-the-line was very helpful.
The tour with the Uffizi gallery was excellent. We had an amazing time. However, there was not really any communication for the Accedemia tour like there was with the Uffizi tour and due to time constraints and lack of communication we missed the tour to see the David. We asked for accommodations to see later that day or the next morning and we were told no.
Dear davidbF9775CZ, Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Uffizi Gallery tour. We are sorry, however, that there was confusion regarding the Accademia visit. This booking is a combination of two separate tours, and the meeting point and start time for each venue are specified on the confirmation voucher provided after booking. We are also available through multiple contact channels should guests require any clarification prior to their visit. We regret that we were not contacted before the tour, as we may have been able to help avoid the misunderstanding. Thank you for sharing your experience.
