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Accademia Gallery & David Tales - Private Tour + Skip-the-line reservation

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1 hour (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Spanish, Portuguese

Overview

A guided tour of the Accademia Gallery is highly recommended if you’d like to make the most of your visit. Your guide will bring to life the worldly famous DAVID statue, and you’ll understand why it’s so important for Art history and also why its author Michelangelo Buonarroti is considered one of the biggest genius of all times. By a chronological explanation, full of curiosities, anecdotes and a dose of humor, you’ll explore his style evolution, unveil the David’ secrets, and clearly see the enormous legacy that this artist left in his contemporaries and future generations. All in a friendly and easy-going way, so this visit is perfect either for beginners and experts in the topic.

What's Included

  • Skip-the-line reservation code with a specific date and time entrance. we book your entrance.
  • Radios & headphones for listening to the guide. Radios are mandatory in the museum.
  • Guided visit with a professional licensed tour guide of Florence.
  • Ticket fee not included. We’ll book your ticket and you’ll pay it that day directly to the museum
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Via Ricasoli
58/, 50129 Firenze FI, Italy

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Galleria dell'Accademia

We’re gonna dive into Michelangelo’s artistic career to understand his role in the Renaissance and his importance for Art history, throughout his artworks in the museum. We’re gonna explore the secrets of the David, his masterpiece and nowadays an icon of Arts, but also other sculptures like his “slaves”, and works related to him, by his teachers and also by his followers. After the visit, you’ll see the David with the eyes of a guide and art historian expert!
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Accademia Gallery & David Tales – Private Tour + Skip-the-line reservation?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-126104P2

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Skip-the-line reservation code with a specific date and time entrance. we book your entrance.
  • Radios & headphones for listening to the guide. Radios are mandatory in the museum.
  • Guided visit with a professional licensed tour guide of Florence.
  • Ticket fee not included. We’ll book your ticket and you’ll pay it that day directly to the museum

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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