Florence David First Viewing & Duomo with Terrace VIP Access Tour
Overview
Enjoy this VIP combo tour of early entry to see the David, followed by exclusive access to the Duomo terraces. With an expert guide, be among the first visitors of the day to enter the Accademia and appreciate Michelangelo’s masterpiece before the crowds. Wander through the empty halls of the Accademia to admire the famous marble colossus and other highlights like Michelangelo’s unfinished torsos, Giambologna’s Abduction of the Sabine Woman, and Jacopo’s Coronation of the Virgin.
Then, walk the short distance to Florence's iconic cathedral for a truly exclusive tour of the Duomo's Terraces. Here, you'll be able to walk along the two elevated walkways - 100 feet high and 230 feet long - completely alone, with no other groups present. Enjoy breathtaking views over the red-tiled rooftops of Renaissance Florence, Brunelleschi's Dome up close, Giotto's Bell Tower, and the Baptistry.
What's Included
- Highlights tour of the Accademia
- Semi private group
- Completely VIP Experience
- Spectacular rooftop panorama over Florence
- Exclusive VIP Duomo Terraces Visit
- First entry to the Accademia
- Private viewing of David
- Fully guided experience
Meeting Location
Via Ricasoli
49, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza del Duomo
50122 Firenze FI, Italy
Outside of Florence Duomo
What To Expect
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Galleria dell'Accademia
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore
1 hour 45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour is not suitable for individuals with heart conditions, mobility impairments, or other serious health concerns.
- Not recommended for those who are pregnant, suffer from claustrophobia, or experience vertigo.
- To access the terraces, participants must climb 150 narrow steps—there is no elevator.
- Children under 7 years old are not permitted on the terraces and therefore cannot join the tour.
- Closed-toe, flat shoes with a back strap are mandatory. High heels, clogs, slippers and flip-flops are strictly prohibited for safety reasons.
- Modest attire is required to enter places of worship: shoulders and knees must be covered. Tank tops and short dresses are not allowed.
- Backpacks are not allowed inside the Accademia or Duomo.
- Photography is only permitted without flash inside the museums
- Do not lean over railings or extend objects, including cell phones, beyond them.
- Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, who assumes full responsibility.
- Maximum group size is 10 participants.
- Backpacks are not allowed inside the Accademia or Duomo. The Uffizi has lockers to accommodate backpacks.
- You will be asked to place water bottles inside your handbag/small bag in order to enter inside the Accademia & Uffizi.
- Using cell phones or any type of camera is not permitted in exposed areas.
- Please ensure you bring a valid ID for your visit to the Accademia. The name on your ID must match the name you provided in your booking to guarantee admission.
- Galleria dell’Accademia admission ticket: €24 total €20 admission ticket + €4 reservation fee
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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).
- Highlights tour of the Accademia.
- Semi private group.
- Completely VIP Experience.
- Spectacular rooftop panorama over Florence.
- Exclusive VIP Duomo Terraces Visit.
- First entry to the Accademia.
- Private viewing of David.
- Fully guided experience.
The minimum age to participate is 7. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Florence David First Viewing & Duomo with Terrace VIP Access Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Florence David First Viewing & Duomo with Terrace VIP Access Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Highlights tour of the Accademia
- Semi private group
- Completely VIP Experience
- Spectacular rooftop panorama over Florence
- Exclusive VIP Duomo Terraces Visit
- First entry to the Accademia
- Private viewing of David
- Fully guided experience
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour is not suitable for individuals with heart conditions, mobility impairments, or other serious health concerns.
- Not recommended for those who are pregnant, suffer from claustrophobia, or experience vertigo.
- To access the terraces, participants must climb 150 narrow steps—there is no elevator.
- Children under 7 years old are not permitted on the terraces and therefore cannot join the tour.
- Closed-toe, flat shoes with a back strap are mandatory. High heels, clogs, slippers and flip-flops are strictly prohibited for safety reasons.
- Modest attire is required to enter places of worship: shoulders and knees must be covered. Tank tops and short dresses are not allowed.
- Backpacks are not allowed inside the Accademia or Duomo.
- Photography is only permitted without flash inside the museums
- Do not lean over railings or extend objects, including cell phones, beyond them.
- Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, who assumes full responsibility.
- Maximum group size is 10 participants.
- Backpacks are not allowed inside the Accademia or Duomo. The Uffizi has lockers to accommodate backpacks.
- You will be asked to place water bottles inside your handbag/small bag in order to enter inside the Accademia & Uffizi.
- Using cell phones or any type of camera is not permitted in exposed areas.
- Please ensure you bring a valid ID for your visit to the Accademia. The name on your ID must match the name you provided in your booking to guarantee admission.
- Galleria dell’Accademia admission ticket: €24 total €20 admission ticket + €4 reservation fee
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
