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You’ll spot your expert guide holding a clearly marked sign (or maybe even a big smile and a flag!) right outside the gallery, at a nearby café or in a designated square (the specifics will be mentioned on your ticket)
With your time-slot locked in and entry handled, you’ll move smoothly through the security check and into the first hall. The short lines you might encounter at the security check are unavoidable. Your guide will ensure the group stays together and equipped with headsets, so you can hear clearly even in busy sections.
Your first stop is the Hall of the Colossus, where you’ll be introduced to Giambologna’s dramatic Rape of the Sabines. Your guide will explain the techniques and symbolism behind this Mannerist marvel, setting the tone for the masterpieces ahead.
Next, enter The Tribune, home to the show-stopper—Michelangelo’s David. Towering at over 17 feet, David is a symbol of human potential and Florence’s Renaissance spirit. Your guide will share the incredible story of how Michelangelo sculpted David from a single block of flawed marble.
Move on to the Hall of the Prisoners, where four powerful, unfinished statues—the Slaves—seem to wrestle their way out of marble. Your guide will explain Michelangelo’s “non-finito” technique and how these works were originally designed for Pope Julius II’s grand tomb.
Now for something a little different — a surprise highlight that many visitors overlook! You'll step into the Museum of Musical Instruments, home to rare and historic instruments, including pieces by Stradivari himself.
As the tour continues, you'll discover beautiful paintings by artists like Sandro Botticelli, Ghirlandaio, and Andrea del Sarto. These works show Florence's vibrant artistic soul beyond Michelangelo — and your guide will highlight details that are easy to miss on your own.
Felt like you didn't quite get enough, or want to examine an installation a little more closely? Feel free to stay back and explore the gallery at your own pace, long after your guided tour is over.
If you're late, most tours cannot admit you past the start time, and your slot may be treated as a no‑show with no refund. Always arrive at least 15 minutes early and check your voucher for the exact meeting point.
Yes, kids can join! Tours are engaging and include short walks. Guides can adjust their pace and narrative to entertain families. It's always good to mention ages when booking.
The perfect tour for you depends on the type of traveler you are, your interests, time you've got at hand, etc. Here are some tours you can choose from:
-Skip-the-line tours: Especially if you're short on time, this tour is a great option to see the gallery's top highlights and benefit from the expertise of a local guide.
-Combo tours: If you've got the time, explore more of Florence with these tours. See the Florence Cathedral, visit the Uffizi Gallery and stroll through the historic city centre.
Since the Accademia Gallery houses some of the world's most iconic art collections, listening to a local guide who's a subject matter expert will give you a more in-depth understanding of the meaning and significance of these works. They might be able to point out to you nuances in form, skill and technique that may otherwise go unnoticed by the untrained eye. Moreover, they'll help you navigate the gallery better, guiding you through the rooms in a progressive manner so it's easy to follow the development of the paintings, sculptures and instruments. A guided tour in most cases also offers hosted entry/priority access, helping you bypass the long queues.
Guided tours are naturally capped at a higher fee due to the bonus advantage of offering live commentary, insights and interactions, etc. They are also more expensive given that they include assistance at the entry, priority access, etc. Usually, they are priced at least €10-15 more than regular tickets.
Expect light to moderate walking—about 1 kilometer over 1–1.5 hours—mostly on flat, hard surfaces. Comfortable shoes are highly recommended.
Not at all! Your guide can speak your language, so opt for the tour in a language you're comfortable in. However, the availability of these languages can vary. Do check the details of the specific tour you're interested in to make sure it's available in your language of choice.
Yes. All groups of 8+ use headsets to ensure everyone hears the guide clearly, even in busy rooms. Smaller groups may share microphones or tour systems.
The Accademia Gallery guided tour covers all the seven museum halls inside the Accademia Gallery and gives a glimpse into some of the finest and most celebrated works of art in the history of Italian art. You can see the iconic statue of David, plaster casts by Lorenzo Bartolini and more.
It depends on the type of Accademia Gallery tour you book. Small group tours have a limit of 15 people or less while the other guided tours can accommodate up to a maximum of 20 people. Private tours is just you and your guide.
Yes. Your Accademia Gallery tours include skip the line access. This ensures that you can dive right into the artworks without wasting time in long entrance queues.
Yes. You can cancel your Accademia Gallery tour tickets between 24 to 48 hours before the scheduled date and get a full refund. Please check the cancellation policy before booking your tickets.
Yes, you can rent audio guides for €6 from the gallery's bookshop. They help you explore the gallery at your own pace and leisure, offering key information about the halls and their exhibits.
The duration of your tour depends on the type you have chosen. While a guided tour of just the Accademia Gallery guided tours is between 1-1.5 hours long, combo tours can take up to half the day or longer. The duration of your tour may also get extended if you choose to gather more information from your guide, etc.
You can expect to meet your guide at the main entrance of the Accademia Gallery, or at a location that's just a stone's throw from the gallery. The guide often also acts as your host, leading you through the halls and explaining the significance of the collections inside them.
While a general guided tour takes you only through Accademia Gallery, booking combo tours like this helps you see the top collections inside both the Uffizi and Accademia galleries.
Guided tours generally start on time, so if a guest arrives late, they will most likely miss their entry and won't be permitted to join the group. Aim to arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour is scheduled to begin so you can make the most of this valuable experience.
Save 30–60 mins in ticket lines—enter Europe's oldest art-school-turned-museum at your chosen time slot.
Inclusions
Reserved timed entry to Accademia Gallery
Hosted entry (as per option selected)
Audio guide in English, French, Italian, Spanish, German & Chinese (as per option selected)
Guided tour (as per option selected)
Exclusions
Follow a local expert as you skip lines to Accademia and explore its famous sculptures, including Michelangelo’s David.
Inclusions
Guided tour of Accademia Gallery with skip-the-line entry
Expert English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese or German-speaking guide (as per option selected)
Headsets
Walk through 500 years of Italian art in two of Florence's most sought-after galleries with a single ticket.
Inclusions
Two museums, zero waiting. Your guide takes you inside Florence’s most celebrated art spaces to meet Botticelli, Michelangelo, and more.
Inclusions Uffizi Gallery
Guided tour of Uffizi Gallery with reserved timed entry
Expert English, Spanish, or Italian-speaking local guide
Accademia Gallery
Guided tour of Accademia Gallery with reserved timed entry
Expert English, Spanish, or Italian-speaking local guide
Exclusions
Uffizi Gallery:
Accademia Gallery:
Skip the lines and skip the stress: your host guarantees smooth entry so you can focus on the Uffizi’s Renaissance treasures and Accademia’s world-famous David.
Inclusions
Hosted entry to Uffizi Gallery
Hosted entry to Accademia Gallery
Exclusions
Transfers between the two galleries
Audio guide
Access to Vasari Corridor
Uffizi Gallery:
Accademia Gallery:
Just you, your guide, and Michelangelo’s masterpieces on a fully customizable private tour—no waiting, no distractions.
Inclusions
Exclusions
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
