Florence: Accademia Gallery & Statue of David with Uffizi Options

4.6 (274 reviews) Florence, Italy
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Duration3h 30m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Skip the linePriority entrance

Overview

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.

Options

Group Express Tour (NO Uffizi)

Duration: 1 hour: Does NOT include the Uffizi Gallery, historic center walking tour, or Duomo exterior
Group Express Option: Includes timed-entry to the Accademia Gallery and David, with expert guide, in a group of up to 18

Semi-Private Full Tour (Max 9)

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Semi-Private Full Tour Option: Includes timed-entry to the Accademia and Uffizi, walking tour, Duomo exterior, expert guide, and max group size of 9

Small Group Full Tour (Max 15)

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Group Full Tour Option: Includes timed-entry to the Accademia and Uffizi, walking tour, Duomo exterior, and expert guide, in a group of up to 15

What's included

  • 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)
  • Guide tips

What to expect

  1. Piazza Della Santissima Annunziata
    15m
    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. Galleria dell'Accademia
    1h · Admission ticket included
    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. Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
    20m · Admission ticket not included
    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. Piazza della Signoria
    20m
    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. Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi
    1h 15m · Admission ticket included
    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.)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please arrive 10 minutes early. You'll meet your friendly guide in Piazza Santissima Annunziata in front of the statue of Ferdinando dei Medici on a horse. A representative will be there holding a sign with "The Tour Guy" on it.

End point

This tour ends inside the Uffizi Gallery

Additional information

  • 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

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

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