Guided Tour of the Michaelangelo's David

4.5 (8 reviews) Florence, Italy
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LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 19 travelers

Overview

Visitors from across the globe come to Florence to witness Michelangelo’s David—undoubtedly one of the most renowned sculptures in the world. This masterpiece stands as an enduring symbol of strength and youthful beauty and is celebrated as a crowning achievement of Renaissance art.

Step into the world of Michelangelo Buonarroti as you explore the Accademia Gallery with our expert guide. Discover the meaning behind David’s iconic pose and gain insight into why Michelangelo chose to portray the young hero with such striking power and emotion.

As you wander the museum’s halls, hear the compelling story of Michelangelo’s unfinished “Prisoners” (also known as the “Slaves”)—raw, evocative sculptures originally intended for the tomb of Pope Julius II. In addition, admire exceptional works by Botticelli, Ghirlandaio, and Giambologna, and explore the gallery’s captivating collection of historic musical instruments.

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Italian guided tour

Duration: 1 hour

French Guided Tour
Spanish Guided Tour
Entry Tickets With Audio Guide
Portuguese Guided Tour

What's included

  • Licensed guide
  • entry tickets
  • Radios and headsets
  • Immediate entrance during the high season(10-15 minutes)
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Food and beverage

What to expect

  1. Galleria dell'Accademia
    1h · Admission ticket included
    People from all over the world come to Florence to see him-David. This statue, created by Michelangelo, is rightfully considered one of the most famous in the world. David has become one of the most recognisable works of Renaissance sculpture; a symbol of strength and youthful beauty.

    Immerse yourself in the world of Michelangelo Buonarotti while exploring the museum with our guide. Learn about the difficult fate of David's creation, and why this statue is considered one of the acmes not only of the Renaissance, but also of human genius in general. What is the meaning of his pose, and why Michelangelo portrayed the young man just like that.

    Walking through the halls of the museum, learn about the history of the creation of Michelangelo's Slaves - unfinished sculptures intended to adorn the tomb of Julius 2. In addition, enjoy the masterpieces of Botticelli, Ghirlandaio, Giambologna and the museum of musical instruments!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is Via de' Pucci 37. There is ITALY PASS STORE and a host who will assist you. We highly recommend to arrive 15 minutes in advance

End point

The meeting point is Via de' Pucci 37. There is ITALY PASS STORE and a host who will assist you. We highly recommend to arrive 15 minutes in advance

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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 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.
  • Galleria dell’Accademia admission ticket: €24 total €20 admission ticket + €4 reservation fee

Cancellation policy

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

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