Florence: Accademia Gallery & Statue of David with Uffizi Options

About this experience

Florence's two most famous galleries draw big crowds, but on this guided tour, you'll use pre-reserved entry tickets at both. Your expert guide leads you straight into the Accademia for an up-close look at Michelangelo's David and the unfinished Prisoners, then through Florence's historic center to the Uffizi for a guided tour of the Renaissance's biggest hits. Along the way, you'll pass the Duomo, walk down Via Calzaiuoli, and step into Piazza della Signoria before continuing to the Uffizi. Inside, your guide unpacks Botticelli's Birth of Venus and Primavera, Raphael's Madonna with the Goldfinch, and Michelangelo's Tondo Doni, connecting the artists, patrons, and ideas that shaped the Renaissance. Pick the version of the day that fits you best: a one-hour Group Express focused purely on the Accademia and David, a full half-day group tour covering both galleries plus the historic center, or a semi-private full tour capped at 9 guests for a more relaxed pace with your guide.

Itinerary

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1. Stop 1

   Duration: 15 min

   Meet your expert guide 15 minutes early at the designated meeting point just outside the Accademia Gallery. The exact meeting point is listed on your booking voucher.

2. Stop 2

   Duration: 60 min

   With timed-entry tickets in hand, head through security and into the Accademia. Tune in as your guide shares fascinating stories about Michelangelo's David and the unfinished Prisoners. You'll get the full story behind David's symbolism, scale, and place in Florentine identity.

3. Stop 3

   Duration: 20 min

   Back outside, stroll over to Florence's most recognizable landmark for an exterior look at the Duomo, Brunelleschi's dome, the bell tower, and the Baptistery. Your guide explains how this complex powered the Renaissance and shaped the city skyline. (Florence Duomo exterior viewing is not included with the Group Express option.)

4. Stop 4

   Duration: 20 min

   Continue along Via Calzaiuoli and into Piazza della Signoria, Florence's open-air sculpture gallery and political heart. Your guide points out the Palazzo Vecchio, the Loggia dei Lanzi, and the replica David standing where the original once did. (Piazza della Signoria and the historic center walking tour are not included with the Group Express option.)

5. Stop 5

   Duration: 75 min

   Once again, enjoy quick entry with your pre-reserved tickets and step into one of the world's greatest collections of Renaissance art. Your guide walks you through Botticelli's Birth of Venus and Primavera, Raphael's Madonna with the Goldfinch, and Michelangelo's Tondo Doni. Your tour ends inside the gallery, so you can stay and explore at your own pace. (Uffizi Gallery is not included with the Group Express option.)

What's included

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• Small group experience
• Expert, English-speaking guide
• Walking tour of Florence's historic center (not included with the Group Express option)
• Timed-entry ticket to the Accademia Gallery valued at € 24
• Florence Duomo exterior viewing (not included with the Group Express option)
• Timed-entry ticket to the Uffizi Gallery valued at € 29 (not included with the Group Express option)

What's not included

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• Guide tips

Additional information

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• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• The tour involves sustained walking through two galleries and Florence's historic center, with some stairs and uneven cobblestone surfaces.
• Please contact us in advance with any mobility concerns so we can advise on the best option for you.
• 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 Accademia and Uffizi Gallery.

Cancellation policy

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.