Michelangelo’s David, Accademia & Uffizi Small Group Tour

4.5 (2,095 reviews) Florence, Italy
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Duration3h
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Explore Florence’s masterpieces and landmarks in one day with an expert English-speaking guide. Visit iconic sites, including the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo’s David and the Uffizi Gallery, home to Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, and more. This small-group tour is the perfect introduction to Florence, packed into a single, unforgettable day.

Options

Uffizi Gallery & Accademia

Start your tour at the Uffizi Gallery, followed by the Accademia and Michelangelo’s David
Duration: 3 hours
Starting point:
Uffizi Galleries, Piazzale degli Uffizi, 6, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

Accademia & Uffizi Gallery

Start your tour at the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo’s David, followed by the Uffizi Gallery
Duration: 3 hours
Starting point:
Piazza di San Marco, P.za di San Marco, Firenze FI, Italy

Walking Tour + Accademia Only

Meeting Point: Until December 31st, 2026: Meet near the Uffizi gallery
From January 1st, 2027: Meet at Piazza San Marco
Duration: 2 hours
Uffizi Not Included: Florence walking tour with skip-the-line, guided visit to the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo’s David.
Starting point:
Uffizi Galleries, Piazzale degli Uffizi, 6, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

What's included

  • Free time between the two tours (if your tour includes the 'Accademia & Uffizi Galleries')
  • Guided city walking tour and Florence Cathedral from the outside (if 'Walking Tour' option selected)
  • Guided tour of Accademia Gallery and Michelangelo's David
  • Uffizi Gallery entry tickets & reservation fees included (value up to €29) - If option selected
  • Uffizi Gallery Reserved Entry & Guided Tour (if option selected)
  • Timed entry ticket to Accademia Gallery (all fees included)
  • Gratuities
  • Access to the Florence Duomo

What to expect

  1. Galleria dell'Accademia
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Visit the Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo’s David. Your guide will help you admire this masterpiece from every angle, explaining the techniques Michelangelo used to make marble look as soft and lifelike as flesh. Learn about the history of the sculpture, its significance in Renaissance art, and the fascinating stories behind one of Florence’s most iconic works.
  2. Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    *If Uffizi Gallery & Accademia combo option selected **
    Begin your visit to the Uffizi Gallery with ease and immerse yourself in one of the world’s most celebrated art collections. Follow your expert guide as you discover masterpieces by Giotto, Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, Perugino, Michelangelo, Titian, Vasari, and more, while learning the fascinating stories, hidden details, and artistic techniques that make these works timeless treasures of the Renaissance.
  3. Palazzo Vecchio
    10m
    * If Walking Tour option is selected *
    Enjoy a guided stroll through the historical center, covering all the must-see outdoor sights. Admire the iconic Ponte Vecchio, explore the leather market, and don’t forget to rub the nose of Il Porcellino for good luck.
  4. Piazza Del Duomo
    10m
    * If Walking Tour option is selected *
    The highlight of the walking tour is the Florence Cathedral, crowned by its iconic red dome. Your guide will share the fascinating challenges architect Filippo Brunelleschi faced in creating this masterpiece as you admire it from outside. Entrance to the Duomo is always free, so you can return anytime to explore it further, enriched by the insights from your expert local guide.
  5. Piazza della Signoria
    10m
    * If Walking Tour option is selected *
    Your expert guide will lead you around Piazza Signoria where you’ll hear the stories behind the beautiful sculptures and see the place where Michelangelo’s ‘David’ once stood.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

* Only If the Accademia & Uffizi Gallery option is selected *
Your tour start at Piazza San Marco, by the Monument to Manfredo Fanti.
Your guide will have City Wonders tour sign at the meeting point for easy recognition.

Meeting point

Meet near the Uffizi Gallery, at the end of Piazzale degli Uffizi nearest the Arno River, just at the base of a statue of Galileo Galilei (facing the Arno River, the statue is in the right corner).
Your guide will have City Wonders tour sign at the meeting point for easy recognition.

End point

* Only If the Accademia & Uffizi Gallery option is selected *
Your tour start at Piazza San Marco, by the Monument to Manfredo Fanti.
Your guide will have City Wonders tour sign at the meeting point for easy recognition.

End point

Meet near the Uffizi Gallery, at the end of Piazzale degli Uffizi nearest the Arno River, just at the base of a statue of Galileo Galilei (facing the Arno River, the statue is in the right corner).
Your guide will have City Wonders tour sign at the meeting point for easy recognition.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • If your tour includes the Accademia & Uffizi Galleries, please note that, depending on the time selected, there will be approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours of free time between the two visits. Make sure to check with your guide the meeting time for the second part of your tour.
  • 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.
  • Uffizi Gallery entry tickets and reservation fees included: €29 – Adult admission ticket, €2 – Reduced admission ticket for European Union citizens aged 18–25 (inclusive), €0 – Free admission for visitors under 18 years of age
  • Official Admission to the Galleria dell'Accademia di Firenze included (€20 – Adult (26+) admission ticket, €2 – Reduced admission ticket for European Union citizens aged 18–25 inclusive and Free admission for visitors under 18 years of age; children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult holding a valid ticket)
  • Every customer on this tour is required to present a valid government issued ID or Passport at the Accademia & Uffizi Galleries, that matches their name on the reservation, or entry will be refused. Name changes are not permitted once the booking is confirmed.
  • From January 1st, 2027, if your tour includes the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries, you will also enjoy a walking tour between venues, allowing your English-speaking guide to share fascinating stories and insights about Florence’s history and highlights along the way. Please note that the break between the two parts of the tour will no longer be included.

Cancellation policy

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

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