Book skip-the-line tickets to Accademia Gallery

Cut the wait with skip-the-line tickets and dive straight into the Accademia Gallery with a pro guide!

• Hear how Accademia, which was initially founded as an art school, got transformed into a gallery and other little-known stories from your guide.
• Beat the queues and enjoy a hassle-free experience with a host guiding you straight to the entrance!
• Explore the gallery’s 7 halls and discover some of the finest art spanning hundreds of years of Italian history.
• Marvel at Michelangelo’s iconic sculpture 'David', made from a Carrara marble, and learn how the biblical hero defeated Goliath.
• Your tickets allow you to choose the tour in your preferred language including English, Spanish, French, Italian, and German.

Inclusions

• 1-hour tour of Accademia Gallery
• Skip-the-line hosted entry
• Expert English, Spanish, French, Italian, or German-speaking guide
• Headsets

• Tip: If you have time after your visit, don't miss the two bookshops at the Accademia Gallery!
• Note that the tickets allow you to skip the ticketing lines and not the security checks.
• Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, pram/stroller accessibility.
• Note that the following are not allowed: large bags, beverages, tripod, flash photography.
• Animals are not allowed, except for guide dogs, service dogs, and certified therapy pets.
• Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Food and drinks are not permitted inside the museum.
• There is no cloakroom, so luggage, large backpacks, helmets, and items larger than 40x30x18 cm are not allowed.
• Mobile phones must be turned off or set to silent.
• Flash photography, tripods, and selfie sticks are prohibited.
• Re-entry is not allowed once you exit.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Breeze past the lines at the Accademia Gallery and explore Florence city with an expert guide!

• Take a half-day walking tour through Florence’s city center and soak in Renaissance art at the Accademia Gallery.
• Wander through the Medici area and witness the San Lorenzo Church, and Medici Chapels, resplendent of Medici family’s historical and artistic significance.
• Bask in the grandeur of the Duomo complex, including the Baptistery and the iconic Cathedral, crowned by Brunelleschi's awe-inspiring dome.
• Take a 2-hour break to explore on your own, and dive into the city's beauty as you explore its monuments, palaces, streets, and squares.
• Art lover or not, get the chance to admire masterpieces by one of the most famous artists in the world, Michelangelo at Accademia Gallery.

Inclusions

• Skip-the-line entry to Accademia Gallery
• 2.5-hour walking tour of Florence City Centre
• Expert English-speaking guide
• Headsets for groups of 5 people or more

• Palazzo Medici Riccardi
• San Lorenzo Church
• Florence Cathedral and Duomo Complex
• Straw Market
• Signoria Square
• Palazzo Vecchio
• Ponte Vecchio
• Guided tour of Accademia Gallery

• Tip: How about a little luck? At the Straw Market, rub the nose of the Porcellino statue: a popular tradition to bring some good luck in your life.
• 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.
• Note that the following are not allowed inside Accademia: bags, large backpacks, helmets, knives, scissors, hazardous objects, food and drinks, tripods, camera equipment, and flash photography.
• Guide dogs are allowed at Accademia.
• Children under 12 must be with an adult when they visit the gallery.
• Re-entry is not allowed.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

• From iconic architecture to renowned art, enjoy the best of Florence on a guided tour of its center, and skip-the-line access to the Accademia and Uffizi.
• Start in the heart of the city. Traverse Ponte Vecchhio bridge and rub Il Porcelino's nose at the Straw Market before surveying Florence Cathedral's stunning façade.
• At Accademia Gallery, encounter Michelangelo’s seminal sculptures – from the 4-part Prisoner series to the iconic David.
• Uffizi Gallery holds transcendent mythical paintings like Sandro Boticelli’s Birth of Venus and Carravaggio’s Medusa as well as Bacchus.
• Roam the 2 galleries at your own pace, absorbing artistry at your leisure without guided restrictions. Upgrade for an art historian guide on a full-day tour!

Inclusions

• Walking tour of the Florence Historic Center
• Expert local guide
• Skip-the-line entry to Accademia Gallery
• Skip-the-line entry to Uffizi Gallery
• Visit the outside of the Florence Duomo
• Small group tour

Exclusions

• Entry to Brunelleschi's Dome
• Entry to Giotto's Bell Tower
• Entry to Opera del Duomo Museum & Baptistery
• Entry to the Secret Terraces

• Piazzale degli Uffizi
• Ponte Vecchio Bridge
• Leather Market
• Piazza Signoria
• Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral
• San Giovanni Baptistery
• Accademia Gallery
• Uffizi Gallery

• Tip: Try to find out more about the ‘secret passage’ of the Medici family that runs through Uffizi Gallery, along Ponte Vecchio, to Pitti Palace!
• Accademia and Uffizi Gallery are some of the most popular tourist destinations and sometimes delays can occur due to increased security measures or unexpectedly large crowds during holidays and festivities. As always, your host will ensure any delays are minimized and you get access as quickly as possible.
• Strict Dress Code: Clothing that covers the knees and shoulders are required in the Cathedral. Sandals, headgear and sunglasses are also not allowed.
• The itinerary may vary; some days, the tour will start at the Uffizi Gallery and end at the Accademia, or vice versa.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Join an intimate tour of Florence’s most iconic landmarks with VIP morning entry!

• In small group of just 10 people, avoid crowds at the Accademia Gallery, and gaze at Michelangelo’s 17-foot statue of David in total serenity.
• Next, the ornate Gothic façade of Santa Maria del Fiore greets you as you traverse Florence Cathedral square.
• Gain exclusive access to Brunelleschi’s Dome! Scale the steps to view gigantic frescoes up close, and bask in city-wide vistas.

Inclusions

• Guided tour of Accademia Gallery and Florence Cathedral Square
• Expert English-speaking guide
• Small group of up to 10 guests
• Skip-the-line entry to Accademia Gallery
• Brunelleschi’s Dome climb ticket
• Access to the Opera Museum of the Florence Cathedral
• All entry fees

Exclusions

• Access to the Secret Terraces

• Tip: If you’re a music lover, don’t miss the instrument room in Accademia, featuring a stunning Stradivari tenor viola from 1690!
• Strict dress code: Clothing that covers the knees and shoulders is required to access the cathedral.
• The Dome is not accessible by wheelchair and not recommended for guests with mobility issues, back problems, or heart conditions.
• Climbing the dome involves 463 steps, please ensure you are physically prepared.
• No backpacks are allowed inside.
• This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users, pregnant people, and those suffering from vertigo and claustrophobia.
• The tour starts early to avoid crowds, be on time to enjoy the full experience.
• Unfortunately, due to restoration works, the mosaics in the vault of St. John’s Baptistery are not visible.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.