Private WALKING Tour and ACCADEMIA Gallery in Florence Italy
Description
Discover Florence and see the top places from your sightseeing list. Stroll through Piazza della Signoria, admire the magnificent Duomo and step into the temple of humanism - the Accademia Gallery - to see Michelangelo's David. Skip the guidebook and map and see Florence’s A-list sights with a guide. Hear the stories about Michelangelo and his masterpieces. Learn why the genius never finished his Prisoners. Admire the Cathedral of Florence with its biggest masonry dome in the world. Take a look at the Gates of Paradise on Florentine Baptistery. Install a dialogue with your guide and make this experience unique and tailor-made for you.
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Step into one of the world's most famous museum - the Accademia Gallery. Enjoy the priority entrance and see the original David by Michelangelo. Discover the Prisoners by Michelangelo and learn why these sculptures were never finished. Hear incredible stories about Michelangelo and learn why even popes called him "divine”. Get the idea why Michelangelo's David is so famous and imagine the great sculptor working on his masterpiece through the stories told by your expert tour guide.
Take a look at the Medici Palace - the first residence of the Godfathers of the Renaissance and imagine how Michelangelo lived there under the protection of Lorenzo the Magnificent. We will see the exterior of the palace.
Admire San Lorenzo - the first Florentine cathedral and the church entirely sponsored by the Medici clan.
See the exterior of the Medici Chapels - the final resting place of members of the famous dynasty that shaped the history of Florence.
Standing in one of the most beautiful squares of Florence, learn the stories about the Baptistery of San Giovanni – the oldest building of the city with its famous Gates of Paradise.
Admire the magnificent Cathedral Santa Maria del Fiore which has a unique flower-shaped plan and the biggest masonry dome in the world – the marvel of the architect Filippo Brunelleschi. Even Michelangelo said “It would be difficult to equal… impossible to surpass.”
Continue the tour at the most Florentine place of Florence - the granary-turned-church Orsanmichele. Originally it was an open grain market, but as long as it hosted a miraculous painting of Madonna, a lot of believers chose this destination for their pilgrimage. Hear the stories of how the market became a church and see the sculptures that inspired Michelangelo.
Start the tour in the heart of Florence - Piazza della Signoria that is both the political center and a museum under the open sky. Take a look at original sculptures by famous Renaissance artists that are still decorating the piazza. Admire Palazzo Vecchio - the fortress like city hall and see where the original David used to stand for almost four centuries.
Finish the tour at Ponte Vecchio - one of the most iconic places in Florence.
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(12)
We had the privilege of a private walking tour with Irina of the Accademia Museum and Florence Town Center. Irina is exceptionally knowledgeable and storyteller talent to bring the events and characters to life. Irina’s English is excellent. This tour with Irina was the best we’ve had in Italy.
Dear Connie, Thank you so much for your beautiful words! It was a true pleasure to guide you through the Accademia and the heart of Florence. I’m so happy to know that you enjoyed the stories and felt the city’s history come to life — that’s exactly what I hope to share with every guest. Your warmth and enthusiasm made the tour such a joy for me as well. Wishing you many more wonderful adventures in Italy and beyond! With warm regards, Irina
We had an outstanding walking tour in Florence with Irina, and I can’t recommend her enough. She guided us through the Accademia Museum with incredible insight, especially when discussing Michelangelo’s David—her depth of knowledge brought the statue to life in a new way. After the museum, Irina led us on a thoughtful walking tour of Florence, focusing on its rich art history. Her storytelling around the influence of the Medici family was captivating and added so much context to what we were seeing. Irina’s passion for Florence and its history made the entire experience unforgettable. A true professional and a fantastic guide.
Thank you so much for your beautiful and generous review. I’m truly touched by your words, and I’m very sorry it took me some time to reply — your message means a great deal to me. It was a joy to guide you through the Accademia and share the story of David with you. Michelangelo’s work holds such depth and emotion, and it’s always rewarding to see it resonate with others. I’m equally glad that our walk through Florence, with its art, hidden details, and the fascinating legacy of the Medici family, added meaning to your experience of the city. Your enthusiasm and curiosity made the tour especially enjoyable for me. Thank you again for taking the time to share your thoughts and for recommending me so warmly. I hope Florence stays with you as a wonderful memory — and that one day you might return so we can explore even more together. With warmest regards, - Irina
We had an outstanding walking tour in Florence with Irina, and I can’t recommend her enough. She guided us through the Accademia Museum with incredible insight, especially when discussing Michelangelo’s David—her depth of knowledge brought the statue to life in a new way. After the museum, Irina led us on a thoughtful walking tour of Florence, focusing on its rich art history. Her storytelling around the influence of the Medici family was captivating and added so much context to what we were seeing. Irina’s passion for Florence and its history made the entire experience unforgettable. A true professional and a fantastic guide.
Dear Julie, Reading your message truly touched me—thank you from the bottom of my heart for your beautiful words. It was such a joy to spend that time with you and your husband in Florence. Sharing the story of David, walking through the city’s historic streets, and diving into the world of the Medici together felt like more than just a tour—it felt like a shared journey into the soul of the city I love so deeply. Wishing you continued wonder in your travels—and if you ever return to Florence, I would love nothing more than to welcome you back. With warmest regards, Irina
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Irena. We learned so much context of Florence and the Renaissance and the David. Irena turned history into a wonderful story-telling learning experience. Thank you so much for a great tour. Highly recommend.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this beautiful review, and my sincere apologies for replying so late. I’m truly touched to hear how much you enjoyed the tour and that the stories of Florence, the Renaissance, and David came to life for you. Sharing this history in a way that feels engaging and meaningful is something I care about deeply, so your words mean a great deal to me. It was a pleasure spending that time with you, and I’m grateful for your warm recommendation. I hope Florence welcomes you back someday — I’d be delighted to guide you again. Warmest wishes, - Irina
Irina did an incredible job walking us through Florence. Her insights and stories truly brought Florence to life, and helped us understand all the rich significance and purposefulness of each area we visited. She also helped us find the best snacks and gelato! It was a perfect way to spend our time, and our family loved it. My kids range from 13 to 21, and Irina was engaging for all of them, and because it was a private tour for just our family, Irina was able to pivot to our needs. I would highly recommend this tour and Irina!!
Thank you so much for your wonderful words—it truly warms my heart! It was such a joy to spend the day with your lovely family and share the stories, secrets, and flavors of Florence with you. I’m so happy to hear that everyone, from your teens to your young adults, found the experience engaging. Being able to adapt the tour just for your group made it all the more special, and I loved seeing your curiosity and enthusiasm at every stop. And yes—snacks and gelato are essential parts of discovering the city the right way! Thank you again for your kind recommendation. I hope Florence stays with you always, and maybe one day, we’ll cross paths here again!
Tour began at Accademia Art Gallery, followed by a walking tour of some important landmarks. Our guide Irina was passionate and knowledgeable. More important, she made the history come alive with pictures on her iPad, insightful commentary, and humor. You will have an incredible experience!
Dear Stephen C, Thank you so much for your thoughtful review, and please accept my apologies for the late reply. I’m delighted to hear that both the Accademia and our walk through Florence’s landmarks left such a positive impression. Bringing the city’s history to life — whether through images, stories, or a bit of humor — is something I truly enjoy, so it means a lot to know that it resonated with you. I’m grateful for your kind words and so happy the experience felt meaningful. Thank you again for taking the time to share your thoughts! Irina
Tour began at Accademia Art Gallery, followed by a walking tour of some important landmarks. Our guide Irina was passionate and knowledgeable. More important, she made the history come alive with pictures on her iPad, insightful commentary, and humor.
Our tour guide Irina was fantastic and so well-versed in the history of Florence. Rather than just viewing the statue of David, she brought to life the creation of the statue itself. The details that we learned about the evolution of the ruling parties, major players and churches of Florence made Florence come to life for us!!
Irina is simply the best! My wife and myself were lucky enough to have done another tour of the Uffizi with her 6 years ago which we still talk about today. Her enthusiasm, knowledge and passion for Florence inspired us to make another trip and we couldn’t come without trying another tour. This time a private tour which was worth every cent. So much more intimate. Irina took special care of us to make sure we had the best experience possible, taking her time to explain the history of Florence and answer any questions we had. Her knowledge is incredible. We got all the best view points of the major sites but also were shown more intricate secret details and places of Florence which would otherwise be missed and are so much fun. Our understanding of this beautiful city has grown because of Irina and we will be making another trip back! Don’t hesitate, just book in a tour with her! Fantastic. Thank you so much.
Thank you so much for this incredibly moving and generous review — it truly touches me to know that our Uffizi tour from years ago stayed with you and helped inspire your return to Florence. Being able to welcome you back for a private tour and share both the famous highlights and the quieter, hidden details of the city was a real joy, and I’m so glad the experience felt intimate and meaningful for you. Please accept my sincere apologies for the delayed response. It was wonderful spending time with you again, and I look forward to welcoming you back to Florence in the future. Warm wishes, Irina
This is the second tour we have done with Irina. The first one we did was the Uffizi 6 years ago and we loved how passionate Irina was. Once we knew we were coming back to Florence we looked Irina up again. We had the most incredible few hours walking with Irina. She has an incredible way of sharing the history of Florence. She is passionate and fun and has plenty of recommendations for where to eat as well! Irina has inspired us to come back to Florence again! Could not recommend Irina highly enough!
Dear Indra, Thank you so much for this wonderful review — it truly means a lot to know that our first tour stayed with you and that you chose to find me again on your return to Florence. Spending those hours walking together and sharing the city’s history, stories, and even a few food recommendations was a real pleasure, and I’m so happy the experience inspired you once more. Please accept my sincere apologies for the delayed response. It was lovely welcoming you back, and I would be delighted to guide you again on your next visit. Warmly, Irina
