Best of Florence walking tour & Accademia Gallery- monolingual small group tour

Duration3h - 4h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 19 travelers

Overview

Discover Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance, on a small-group guided walking tour combining the city’s most iconic landmarks with a visit to the Accademia Gallery. Accompanied by a professional guide and conducted in a single language, stroll through the historic center and learn about Florence’s fascinating history, art, and architecture.

Reach magnificent Piazza del Duomo, home to the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Brunelleschi’s world-famous dome. Hear the story behind this extraordinary architectural achievement and discover the significance of the surrounding monuments and historic landmarks.

Continue through the heart of Florence before visiting the Accademia Gallery, where you’ll admire Michelangelo’s celebrated David. Learn about the sculpture’s history, Michelangelo’s artistic genius, and other important works in the museum’s collection.

An engaging way to experience Florence’s highlights and artistic heritage in a small group.

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Tour in Spanish

Florence city tour: Florence Morning city tour with Accademia Gallery skip the line tickets

Tour in English

Florence city tour: Florence Morning city tour with Accademia Gallery skip the line tickets

What's included

Earphones for bigger groups
Professional guide
Monolingual small group tour up to 15 guests
Walking tour of Florence and its landmarks
External explanation of Duomo Square
Accademia Gallery Entry Ticket

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Entrance to the Cathedral of Florence (Optional)

What to expect

Florence
15m

Immerse yourself into the two thousand year old history in the “Cradle of the Renaissance,'' through the eyes of an expert, local guide, who will take you on an unforgettable journey to discover the most beautiful squares and monuments of Florence.
Piazza della Repubblica
10m

One of the most elegant squares of Florence, plenty of liberty-style cafés and luxury shops.
Piazza della Signoria
15m

The heart of Florence, a real open air museum where great sculptures can be found: the bronze Perseus by Cellini, the Rat of the Sabine women by Giambologna. Last but not least, this is where Palazzo Vecchio stands as well as the collonade leading to the Uffizi Gallery
Duomo
15m

Your tour will culminate in front of the breathtaking Duomo, where you can ask any last minute questions to your friendly guide before he/she departs! After this perfect introduction to Florence, you will be ready to explore the rest of our beautiful city on your own!
Galleria dell'Accademia
35m · Admission ticket included

Follow your guide to the Accademia Galleria, one of the most famous art galleries in the world where you will begin on your 1.15 hour journey in time to the Renaissance era…

Your history-loving guide will bring you to the grandiose Hall of Prisoners. This hall is lined in Michelangelo’s unfinished sculptures. These blocks of marble will forever remain unfinished, and as a viewer, you can admire the exact spots where the genius, Michelangelo, worked with his chisel and hammer. Your guide will explain this unique art form of “non-finito,” where you can experience the emotions of the characters, as they are trapped in marble, waiting to emerge from the block. Discover the interesting stories of each of the “Prisoners” in this hall, as your guide leads you to the finale - “David.”
Galleria dell'Accademia
35m · Admission ticket included

With much suspense, your guide will introduce you to the unmissable "David," dominating above the tiny viewers. Weighing over 12,000 pounds and at 17 feet tall, this is one of the largest, and most important pieces of art of all time. Discover the secrets behind this epic sculpture, while you learn more about Michelangelo and his intriguing life. Did you know Michelangelo was at the age of 26 years old when he finished “David”? Your guide will be happy to answer any of your questions about Michelangelo and his masterpieces.
Then, your guide will lead you to some of the other important masterpieces found here. You will visit the intriguing and complex sculpture, “Rape of the Sabines,” by Giambologna. Continue to follow your expert guide as you visit works of art by Renaissance masters such as Sandro Botticelli, Jacopo di Cione, and Pacino di Buonaguida. You will undoubtedly discover a new appreciation for Renaissance art after a tour of the magnificent Accademia Galleria.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Ciao Florence Sales Office - Via Cavour, 18 BLACK

End point

According to the option selectede, this tour might end inside the Accademia Gallery or in the historic centre of Florence

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Comfortable shoes are recommended
Please note that on the busiest days the entrance into the museums may experience some short delays
The order of the visits may change
Please note: To enter the Accademia Gallery, all participants are required to carry a valid ID. Non-EU visitors are required to bring their passport. Museum staff may refuse entry if a valid ID is not presented.
Official Accademia Gallery admission fees: Adults (18+): €24.00, Reduced Rate (EU citizens aged 18–25): €6.00, Free Admission (0–17): €4.00. Any additional charges included in the tour price cover professional guiding services, on-site coordination and assistance, ticket reservation and purchase, booking management fees, and dedicated customer support
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.

Cancellation policy

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

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