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Fully Guided Tour of Uffizi, Michelangelo’s David and Accademia

4.5 (1879)
Florence, IT
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Fully Guided Tour of Uffizi, Michelangelo’s David and Accademia

4.5 (1879)
Florence, IT
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Embark on a half-day adventure in the historic city of Florence with this fully guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery, Accademia, and Michelangelo's David. Skip the long lines at these iconic art museums and immerse yourself in the world of Renaissance art. Begin your journey with a walking tour through the city's historic center, exploring famous landmarks like Palazzo Vecchio and Piazza della Signoria. Then, marvel at the exquisite sculptures and masterpieces housed in the Accademia Gallery, including Michelangelo's monumental David. Finally, delve into the immense Uffizi Gallery, where you'll encounter works by renowned artists such as Leonardo da Vinci and Botticelli. This small-group tour allows for a personalized experience and guarantees an unforgettable day filled with art and culture in the heart of Florence.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 5 hours
  • Suitable for 1-15 Participants
  • Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Guided tour of historical center and outdoor sights
  • Expert guide explaining techniques used in Michelangelo's David
  • Admiring the iconic Florence Cathedral
  • Navigating iconic works in the Uffizi Gallery
  • Skip the Line Entrance to Accademia Gallery and Uffizi Gallery
  • 1.5-hours free time between the two tours
  • Guided tour of Accademia Gallery and Uffizi Gallery
  • Small groups of 17 people or less
  • Guided city walking tour and see Florence Cathedral (Duomo) from the outside
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Access to the Florence Duomo

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Introduction

Discover the beauty of Florence's art and culture on this Fully Guided Tour of Uffizi, Michelangelo’s David, and Accademia. Immerse yourself in the world of renowned masterpieces and iconic landmarks, as you explore two of the most famous art museums in the world. With skip-the-line access, you'll save valuable time and have more opportunities to delve into the art that has inspired generations. This small-group tour ensures an intimate experience, allowing you to fully appreciate the art and history of Florence.

What to expect?

Embark on a half-day journey through Florence's art scene. Begin your morning with a visit to the prestigious Accademia Gallery, where you'll witness the breathtaking beauty of Michelangelo's David. Marvel at the artistry and technique used to create this iconic masterpiece. Afterward, enjoy a walking tour of the historic center, taking in sights such as the Ponte Vecchio and the Florence Cathedral. Finally, conclude your day at the legendary Uffizi Gallery, home to works by renowned artists such as Giotto, Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, and Michelangelo. The highlights of Florence will come alive as your expert guide provides insightful commentary and shares captivating stories.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for art enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone looking to explore the cultural treasures of Florence. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, this tour offers a comprehensive experience that will deepen your appreciation for the city's artistic heritage. The small-group setting ensures personalized attention and a chance to engage with the guide, making it ideal for those seeking a more intimate and educational tour.

Why book this?

By booking this tour, you gain exclusive access to skip-the-line entry at both the Accademia and Uffizi galleries, bypassing long queues and maximizing your time. You'll have the opportunity to stand face-to-face with Michelangelo's David, one of the most iconic sculptures in the world. Additionally, your expert guide will provide insightful commentary and background information, bringing the art and history of Florence to life. With a small group, you'll enjoy a more immersive and interactive experience, making this tour truly unforgettable.

Good to know

This tour has a total duration of 300 minutes, offering a comprehensive exploration of Florence's artistic treasures. The meeting point for the morning tour is near the Uffizi gallery, while the afternoon tour begins at the Uffizi Gallery itself. Be sure to arrive at the designated meeting points to ensure a seamless experience. You'll have approximately 1.5 hours of free time for lunch before regrouping for the Uffizi Gallery tour. Come prepared with comfortable shoes and attire, as there will be some walking involved. A camera is a must to capture the stunning artworks you'll encounter along the way.

Reviews

Customers who have experienced this tour have expressed their delight and satisfaction with the depth of knowledge and expertise of the guides. They were thrilled to skip the long lines and have ample time to appreciate the art without feeling rushed. The comprehensive itinerary and engaging storytelling made the tour engaging and captivating. Visitors were particularly impressed with the opportunity to see Michelangelo's David up close and personal. This tour comes highly recommended by those who have had the privilege of witnessing the magnificence of Florence's art scene.

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

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Palazzo Vecchio

Start the day with a walking tour of the historical center, covering all the must-see outdoor sights. We’ll admire the iconic Ponte Vecchio, the leather market and rub the nose of Il Porcellino for good luck.

Piazza della Signoria

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.

Galleria dell'Accademia

Your tour continues with a Skip-the-Line and a pre-reserved entry time to the Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo’s 'David. Before entering, your guide will help you admire him from every angle, explaining the techniques that Michelangelo used to make marble look as soft as butter.

Admission Included

Piazza del Duomo

The highlight of the city walking tour is the Florence Cathedral, whose incredible red dome is the city’s crown jewel. The dome was not without challenges for architect Filippo Brunelleschi, as your guide will explain as you view the masterpiece from outside. Entrance to the Duomo is always free, so you can come back at any time to explore the cathedral in more depth, equipped with an abundance of knowledge shared by your expert, local guide.

Via Ricasoli

After the Florence walking tour you will have approx. 1.5-hours of free time for lunch (at own expense) before regrouping for the final leg of the day, a visit to the Uffizi Gallery where you can breeze past the long lines with your Skip the Line Access Ticket.

Gallerie Degli Uffizi

End the day with a Skip the Line Access at the Uffizi Gallery saving us hours wasted in line to enter instantly and get the best from your visit on our one and a half hour guided tour, . You will navigate the iconic works by Giotto, Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, Perugino, Michelangelo, Titian and Vasari to name just a few.

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Reviews

(1879)

4.5 (1879)

Debra_B

Our tour guides were great. They were both friendly and informative. We got a lot out of our one day in Florence.

Rossana_A

Grazie mille! Angela was so gracious and personable. She brought the historical city of Firenze to life and Michelangelo’s David was the climax of the morning tour. The 1.5 hour break goes by quickly as you have to grab lunch and be back at the starting point, so do not linger at the Accademia. Claudia gave us a thorough introduction to Art History at the Uffizi and it was so valuable to have ‘skip the line’ tickets.

Ellie_M

Our tour guide of the Uffizi was so knowledge and made the information digestible! She had a great sense of humor which was a great complement to the complexity of the paintings. She provided excellent context and gave us tools to focus on for other paintings we could explore after the tour.

Priscilla_W

David is just WOW. The Uffizi's centuries old artwork amaze. Our guides connected Florence's history and art with their enthusiastic and energy. We'll worth the time.

Larry_W

Seeing all of this incredible art and the stories behind them was amazing. Both galleries were so wonderful to behold and not nearly enough time to see everything. Block out some time after the tour ends to stay and look closer at all of these works

Sterling_K

Learning the highlights and finding the cool things about Florence was great. Our guide was very knowledgeable and welcomed questions.

Nicole_R

Excellent and very complete tour. The walking around town tour and Accademia part with our guide Sarah was fantastic, she gave us great insights. The Uffizi Gallery with Stefano was great and he was very knowledgeable. We had enough time for lunch and thoroughly enjoyed our day.

DonaldJJJ

This is a 2 part tour. Our tour guide for the Academia section was Stefeno. In addition to the museum he showed us several sights within the city center. He was very knowledgeable and had a lot of insight on the long history of Florence. The museum tour mainly revolved around the David. We had free time to explore the small museum afterwards. There is about a 1.5 hour break between tours. We had Maya as our guide for the Uffuzi. This section only lasted about 1 hr. Maya showed us several pieces painted by artists which everyone had heard of. She was informative on how the pieces related due to different artists teachers and students. We spent about another 2 hours in the Uffizi. It is a magnificent museum that I could have easily spent a whole day exploring. This is a good tour for some city history and to hit the highlights of both museums without spending much time.

Kathy_L

We enjoyed our tour and our guide Massimiliano. We didn't realize it was a 2-part tour, but we found we had enough time in between to get lunch. Seeing the artwork and The David were a highlight.

msmeowrr

Excellent and thorough tour of main areas in Florence. Tour starts at Uffizi galleries and we walk through the city to learn about Dante, medici family, Michelangelo’s replicas in main square. The tour continues to Academia which is usually crowded. It’s great to have fast passes to the galleries. There’s a longer 1+ tour through Uffizi as well. Absolutely must do to see early works of Da Vinci and other renaissance artists.
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2024-04-25 08:25