Direct Access Accademia & David Small Group Guided Tour
- 1 hour
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Step into the world of Michelangelo and embark on a journey that delves into his greatest masterpieces - the "David", ''I Prigioni'', ''San Matteo'' and the “Palestrina Pietà”. Your guide will whisk you away into the fascinating life of Michelangelo, unveiling the secrets and inspirations behind the creation of the world's most famous statue. Listen as they recount the tale of a young artist, dedicating three years of his life to transform a colossal block of raw marble into an imposing and breathtaking sculpture. The David stands before you, a magnificent representation of absolute beauty and strength—a testament to the power and invincibility of the Florentine Republic during its peak of splendor. As the guided tour comes to a close, the magic doesn't have to end. You have the extraordinary opportunity to stay in the museum as long as you desire.
Inclusions
What's included
- Professional local guide bringing Accademia's stories vividly to life
- Monolingual small-group tour for a richer, more personal experience
- Dedicated Multilingual Caf Tour Assistants at the meeting point
- Audio headsets for groups over 6, so you can follow every story
What's not
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off
Itinerary
Enjoy a total immersion in the art of Michelangelo and discover his most celebrated masterpiece, the David, together with other important works such as the Prisoners, Saint Matthew and the Palestrina Pietà. Carved by the young Michelangelo from a single, enormous block of rough marble over the course of three years, the David is an imposing sculpture of extraordinary beauty and one of the greatest icons of the Renaissance. The artist portrayed a magnificent young man at the peak of his physical strength, with an intense expression of courage, determination and inner power. More than a masterpiece of sculpture, the David became a symbol of the strength and independence of the Florentine Republic during one of the most glorious periods in the city’s history. At the end of the guided tour, you may remain inside the museum and continue exploring at your own pace.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- At the corner between Via Ricasoli and Piazza San Marco, in front of the loggiato of Accademia delle Belle Arti.An Assistant will wait for you wearing blue clothing with CAF tour - Gray Line logos. Please come 15 minutes before.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 19 travellers
- Operated by
- CAF Tour and Travel - Gray Line Florence
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Suggested to wear comfortable shoes
- It is mandatory to arrive at the meeting point at the mentioned check in time. In case of delay it will not be possible to join the visit, nor to have a refund or reschedule the guided visit.
- The museum ticket has a fixed entry time that cannot be changed after booking.
- Official Admission to the Galleria dell'Accademia di Firenze: Adult (26+) € 20.00 (+ €4 reservation fee) | Reduced (age 18-25 EU Citizens) € 2.00 | Free (under 18; children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult holding a valid ticket). Additional fees cover ticket purchase, agency booking fees, customer service and live guided visit.
- To confirm a booking the following details are mandatory for all the participants: First Name – Last Name – A valid mobile phone number (that shall be able to receive communication while in Italy) – Email address (that the client is able to check while in Italy) In the event, that one or more details are missing, the booking cannot be considered confirmed.
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Accademia Gallery.
How it compares in Florence
- Its from-price is 65% below the median of the 3255 experiences we list in Florence.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 94 of 3255.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Florence
Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance, gathers masterpieces of art and architecture into a compact city of stone streets beside the Arno.
The Duomo, with Brunelleschi's great red-brick dome, Giotto's bell tower and the Baptistery's gilded doors, marks the centre of town. A few streets away, Piazza della Signoria and the Palazzo Vecchio face a loggia full of sculpture, and the Uffizi Gallery holds Botticelli, Leonardo and Raphael. Michelangelo's David stands in the Galleria dell'Accademia.
Top-ranked sights in Florence: Piazza della Signoria, Uffizi Galleries (Gallerie degli Uffizi), Florence Duomo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore).
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