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Immerse yourself in the beauty of Florence's Bargello Museum with this captivating and informative tour. Skip the line and enter this renowned palace, filled with incredible sculptures by Michelangelo and Donatello. Your professional guide will lead you through the museum, highlighting the masterpieces that have made this collection famous throughout Europe. Admire Michelangelo's Bacchus, David-Apollo, and Tondo Pitti, while also discovering works by other renowned artists such as Bartolomeo Ammannati and Giambologna. Explore the ground floor rooms that display Tuscan works from the 16th century and then ascend to the second floor to witness the glazed terracotta creations of the Della Robbia family. With a total duration of just 60 minutes, this tour is the perfect opportunity to experience the Bargello Museum's treasures without feeling overwhelmed. Book your spot now and embark on a journey through the beauty of Renaissance art.

About this experience

Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
Admission Included
1 hours
Suitable for 1-15 Participants
Private Tour, Small Group Tour
Guided Experience & Audio Guided

Highlights

Skip the line with pre-reserved entrance tickets
See important sculptures by Michelangelo and Donatello
Explore the Bargello Museum with a professional guide
Learn about the history of the Bargello Palace
Immerse yourself in the early Renaissance art

Included

Official certified guide
Entrance ticket with reservation to Bargello Museum
Radio system to hear the guide

Not included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Transportation to/from attractions

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More about this experience

Introduction:

Experience the captivating world of Renaissance art with the Bargello Museum Tour in Florence. Immerse yourself in the rich history and artistic masterpieces of the Bargello Palace, a renowned museum that houses an impressive collection of sculptures by iconic artists such as Michelangelo and Donatello. This two-hour guided tour will take you on a journey through time, allowing you to appreciate the incredible craftsmanship and artistic genius of these renowned sculptors.

What to Expect:

During this tour, you can expect to witness some of the most treasured sculptures in the world. Marvel at the intricate details of Donatello's David and St. George, and be awestruck by Michelangelo's Bacchus and Tondo Pitti. Your professional local guide will provide fascinating insights into each artwork, unraveling the stories and techniques behind these masterpieces.

Who is This For?

This tour is perfect for art enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone with a deep appreciation for Renaissance art. Whether you're an avid traveler or a first-time visitor to Florence, this experience is designed to captivate and inspire individuals of all ages and backgrounds. The Bargello Museum Tour offers a unique opportunity to delve into the world of sculpture and witness the artistic prowess of some of history's greatest artists.

Why Book This?

By booking the Bargello Museum Tour, you'll gain exclusive access to skip the line with pre-reserved entrance tickets, ensuring you make the most of your time exploring the museum. With the guidance of an official certified guide, you'll have the chance to truly understand and appreciate the significance of each sculpture. The intimate radio system provided will ensure that you never miss a word of your guide's insightful commentary, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the art and history surrounding you.

Good to Know:

It is important to note that this tour does not include hotel pickup and drop-off, food and drinks, or transportation to/from the attraction. However, the meeting point is conveniently located near the entrance of the Bargello Museum, in front of BARGELLO LEATHER FACTORY. Please ensure you arrive 15 minutes before the departure time to avoid any delays.

Reviews:

Previous visitors have raved about their experiences on the Bargello Museum Tour. They praised the knowledgeable and passionate guides who brought the sculptures to life with their engaging storytelling. Travelers were particularly enthralled by the opportunity to witness Donatello and Michelangelo's works up close, describing the experience as awe-inspiring and unforgettable. Many expressed their gratitude for the skip-the-line access, which allowed them to make the most of their time in Florence. Overall, reviewers highly recommend this tour to anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Renaissance art and the chance to admire some of the most renowned sculptures in the world.

About this product

How long before the event do I need to book?

You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

At least one adult or senior required per booking

Meeting point & End point

Please be present near the entrance of the Bargello Museum (In front of BARGELLO LEATHER FACTORY), 15 minutes before departure time in order to avoid any delays.

Bargello National Museum, Via del Proconsolo, 4, 50122 Firenze FI, IT

Your Itinerary

Museo Nazionale del Bargello

The guide will start off with a little history of Bargello Museum, which used to be the headquarters of the Capitano Del Popolo and later of the Podesta (the lord of the city), and how the palace became the residence of the head of the police and later used as a prison. The guide will escort you through the museum for you to enjoy the very important works of art kept in Bargello. The ground floor rooms display the Tuscan works of 16century. The guide will particularly focus on four masterpieces by Michelangelo: Bacchus, the relief depicting a Madonna with Child (Tondo Pitti), Brutus, and David-Apollo. Along with the local and expert guide you will then discover the works of Bartolomeo Ammannati, Benvenuto Cellini, Giambologna up with his admirable Flying Mercury and listen as you admire many other treasures like works of art enriched by the Carrand collection. You will discover the precious ivories and the bronzies that include several Roman and Byzantine examples.

Admission Included

Museo Nazionale del Bargello

(Pass by)

Then, you will immerse yourself in the early Renaissance, when your guide will explain the masterpieces made by Donatello (Saint George, the Lion, and the David) and Verrocchio. Later the guide will escort you to the second floor, which is solely dedicated to the glazed terracotta done by Andrea and Giovanni Della Robbia. The tour takes about one hour, the perfect amount to see this famous art collection, without feeling overwhelmed. You can also return to anything you might want to see again after the tour ends.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
Please note that the tour requires a minimum number of guests to run
Please note that if you arrive after the tour start time you will not be able to join and will not be refunded or have your tour rescheduled
There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements, in the event of this occurring you will be offered an alternative or full refund
"Skip-the-line" access is guaranteed, even during peak season (except in the event of delays or strikes by the museum management)
The entrance tickets will be delivered by the guide or our representative at the meeting point prior to the start of the tour. Please follow the instructions to the meeting point as on the voucher.

Reviews

(21)

5 (21)

Kara_S

Lara was a wonderful guide. Her knowledge of art history was incredible. She reall got me looking at art differently. It was a wonderful experience seeing the Bargello through her eyes.

Catherine_P

Hilary( her American name) was wonderful and very knowledgeable. Her art history knowledge was impressive and she was very kind and answered all our questions.

W5913WHkevinb

Our guide Hilaria met us by the Bargello entrance. She was friendly, knowledgeable & easy to understand. The museum was worth the visit. No lines, not crowded. Many interesting sculptures, including 3-4 by Michelangelo. Glad we went on this tour.

Andrea D

Fantastic museum . I loved the history of the building , the architecture- and of course the art. A very informative visit - the only reason it wasn’t 5* was because the visit was a bit rushed . I couldn’t hear the guide well (no radio) and there was an echo of other visitors on the stone walls . Fortunately we could stay after the tour and continue on our own

M9630HVjanem

Very knowledgeable kind and patient with all our questions Small group so we were able to really focus on the art

Senem_D

Our guide and great highlights from the museum . It is an underrated museum and I strongly recommend.

John_F

The guide was knowledgeable, but dry and not very animated. Lots of context for the different pieces of art, but very little on the techniques, history, and significance. Enjoyed the museum, but will find a different tour company next time!

Amy_L

Our wonderful guide, Martina, pitched the tour and talk just right. She gave a brief history of Florence and the Bargello, giving context to the art works she highlighted on the tour. She also told us about other parts of the Bargello we could explore ourselves after our tour with her was finished. Thank you Martina

Jonathan_S

The Bargello is an extremely interesting museum and it was not very busy when we went. Better experience than Pitti Palace, Accademia, and Uffizi, in our view. Tour guide was knowledgeable enough. Recommended experience.

Paul_D

Francesca (our guide) was great, very knowledgeable and keen to keep the tour interesting. We had a few guided tours of galleries and museums in Florence and this one was the best.

Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator

2024-04-24 10:35

Bargello Museum Tour in Florence