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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 19 travelers
Skip the linePriority entrance
Overview
The Accademia Gallery was originally established in 1784 by Grand Duke Pietro Leopoldo as part of the Academy of Fine Arts to house a prestigious collection of original masterpieces and classical casts.
In 1873 the city of Florence chose this gallery as the permanent home for Michelangelo’s David to protect the masterpiece from the elements in Piazza della Signoria. The location is particularly symbolic as the Accademia sits on the same square where a young Michelangelo first studied the art of sculpting.
Beyond the David you will discover Michelangelo’s unfinished "Slaves" or "Prigioni" which appear to be struggling to escape the raw marble. These powerful sculptures offer a rare glimpse into the artist's creative process and his philosophy of "liberating" the figure trapped within the stone.
Our expert guide will bring each masterpiece to life by sharing the fascinating history and hidden stories behind the works of one of the world’s greatest artists.
Options
English Guided Tour
Spanish Guided Tour
What's included
Full access to all permanent collections including the Hall of Musical Instruments
1-hour guided tour of Galleria dell’Accademia
Expert guide
Free luggage storage available at our office
Timed Entry Ticket for the Galleria dell’Accademia to see Michelangelo’s David
Assistance and ticket collection at our local office located near the Accademia entrance
Timed entry benefit that allows you to bypass the long general admission ticket lines
What to expect
Galleria dell'Accademia
Admission ticket included
Known as Italy's second most popular museum and the home of the original Michelangelo's David, Academy of Fine Arts of Florence was founded in the last XVIII century and still receives art students from all around the world today. Accademia stores masterpieces of great artist such as Giambologna, Ghirlandaio, and Michelangelo. Our expert English speaking guide will bring each masterpiece to come back to life with stories of one of the world’s greatest artist.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
In between Carrefour Grocery Store and Caffè Eroica
End point
In between Carrefour Grocery Store and Caffè Eroica
Additional information
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
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.
