ACCADEMIA TOUR
A wonderful tour of the famous Accademia Gallery where you will view some of the greatest sculptures and art of the Renaissance.
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The original of Michelangelo’s David
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Other unfinished works by Michelangelo such as The Prisoners
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Learn about the Renaissance movement
Tour Description & Photos
DURATION
1 1/2 HOURS
TYPE OF TOUR
WALKING TOUR
VENUES
ACCADEMIA GALLERY
TOUR DESCRIPTION
Your guide leads you through the Accademia Gallery, where the timeless masterpieces of Michelangelo await. With our skip-the-line access, you'll step directly into the realm of Renaissance art.
The studied gaze of Michelangelo's David beckons you. Standing at 17 feet tall, this beautiful marble statue embodies the spirit of Florence, a symbol of the city's steadfast defence of liberty.
As you cross the gallery, your expert guide illuminates the hidden narratives behind each of Michelangelo's six sculptures, delving into the history of these timeless creations: from the solemn Prisoners to the serene San Matteo.
The legacy of the Medici family unfolds in a symphony of musical treasures all preserved within the illustrious Collection of Old Musical Instruments from the Cherubini Conservatory.
You can remain in the Accademia, after the tour is finished, to enjoy splendours such as Lorenzo Bartolini's plaster casts in the Gipsoteca and gold-plated altarpieces.
THIS TOUR IS FOR YOU IF…
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You want to see Michelangelo’s famous masterpiece up close
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You want a greater understanding of the relationship between art and politics in Renaissance Florence
LOGISTICS
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We will meet outside the Accademia gallery. Exact details will be sent in your confirmation email.
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You will have headsets so you can hear your guide clearly
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Our skip-the-line tickets are timed, so we will meet 10 minutes earlier at the meeting point. There is still the need to join a line for security checks.
PRICES
€120
Plus €25 per person entrance fee, payable at time of booking with FloEasy
Prices do not include gratuities
Payment Type Accepted
FAQs
Does the weather affect the tours?
No. Barring Biblical-style floods, the tours continue rain or shine.
What are skip-the-line tickets?
Skip-the-line tickets are pre-purchased for a specific time. They allow us to skip-the-line for the ticket office. However, during busy periods, we will have to wait in line for security checks.
Will we see everything in the Accademia museum?
Your guide will show you the highlights as per the tour description above. However, you are free to remain in the museum and revisit pieces, or visit other parts of the museum once the tour is finished.
Is this an English-language tour?
Yes, this tour is conducted in English. If you wish for tours in Italian, German or Korean we can also provide fluent speakers in those languages.
Will we see all of Michelangelo’s works?
No, this is just the Accademia which houses the original David and some other seminal works. For a more complete look at Michelangelo’s work, you may want to take the Michelangelo tour.