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BE THE FIRST: Early Bird Florence Walking Tour & Accademia Gallery (David)

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Florence, Italy
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3 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Staying just one day in Florence? No problem, you can still experience it to the fullest. Our Florence walking tour includes a guided tour of the Accademia Gallery with timed entry tickets as well as a walking tour of the historic city center. You will kick off with one of the most notewothry museums of Florence - the Accademia Gallery to see the original statue of David made by the legendary Michelangelo Buonarroti. After a short break you will continue with a walking tour around the city of Florence and our expert licensed guide will take you to visit Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, Dante’s district, Porcellino’s fountain, Orsanmichele, the awe-inspiring Brunelleschi’s Dome, the Baptistery of St. John and the Duomo. Finish the tour in Piazza della Signoria - the heart of Florence and enjoy the stories about this "museum under the open sky"!

What's Included

  • Entrance tickets and reservation fees for the Accademia Gallery
  • The Duomo, the Baptistery and the Dome will be seen from the outside.
  • 60 minute guided tour in the Accademia Gallery
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Transportation
  • Food, liquors, beers and bottled beverages
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via Ricasoli
41, 50121 Firenze FI, Italy

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End point

Piazza della Signoria
50122 Firenze FI, Italy

The tour will end in the heart of Florence - Piazza della Signoria - a museum under the open sky.

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Galleria dell'Accademia

Start the day with visiting one of the most noteworthy museums of Florence – the Accademia Gallery, home to the original colossal statue of David by Michelangelo. Take a look at the David and you will understand why Giorgio Vasari said “Anyone who has seen Michelangelo’s David has no need to see anything else….” Hear the stories about the tormented genius and learn how much struggle he endured to bring the damaged block of marble to life – a seemingly impossible task that made him immortal.Take a small break to get a cup of coffee or buy a souvenir in Accademia’s giftshop and continue your experience with a walking tour in the heart of Florence.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore (pass by)

Admire the exterior of the magnificent Cathedral Santa Maria del Fiore which has a unique flower-shaped plan and the biggest masonry dome in the world – the marvel of the architect Filippo Brunelleschi. Even Michelangelo said “It would be difficult to equal…impossible to surpass.”
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Battistero Di San Giovanni (pass by)

Learn the stories about the Baptistery of San Giovanni – the oldest building of the city with its splendid Gates of Paradise.
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Museo Casa di Dante (pass by)

Stroll around Dante’s district and enter the 1,000-year old church where the father of Italian language met the love and muse of his life.
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Church and Museum of Orsanmichele (pass by)

Visit Orsanmichele – the quintessential Florentine church, and learn why a market was transformed into a church.
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Fontana del Porcellino (pass by)

Rub the snout of a little bronze boar in Loggia del Porcellino and make a wish to come back to Florence.
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Ponte Vecchio (pass by)

See Ponte Vecchio – the symbol of the city and the oldest bridge in town famous for its jewelers' shops hanging over the Arno River.
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Piazza della Signoria (pass by)

Finish the walking tour in the political centre of Florence – Piazza della Signoria – a museum under the open sky with many original sculptures created by Renaissance artists.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Please note: the tour includes entrance inside places of worship; visitors are requested to have knees and shoulders covered. Visitors not respecting the dress code will be denied entry.
  • 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.
  • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the BE THE FIRST: Early Bird Florence Walking Tour & Accademia Gallery (David)?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Entrance tickets and reservation fees for the Accademia Gallery
  • The Duomo, the Baptistery and the Dome will be seen from the outside.
  • 60 minute guided tour in the Accademia Gallery
  • 90 minute guided walking tour led by a 5-star licensed local tour guide
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Transportation
  • Food, liquors, beers and bottled beverages

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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
  • Please note: the tour includes entrance inside places of worship; visitors are requested to have knees and shoulders covered. Visitors not respecting the dress code will be denied entry.
  • 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.
  • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.
  • Galleria dell’Accademia admission ticket: €24 total (€20 admission ticket + €4 reservation fee)
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

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