David & Accademia Gallery Florence Semi-Private Tour (6 people)

What to expect

Are you looking to explore Florence’s art scene? Our David & Accademia Gallery Florence Semi-Private Tour is perfect for you and up to five others. You’ll be able to visit the second most visited Museum in the Renaissance capital – the Accademia Gallery. Your private art expert will guide you through the most important works of both collections. Feel free to speak up if there are specific artists or works you want to see – they will be more than happy to share them with you!

With your guide, you’ll enter from the priority entrance of the gallery and begin a journey that will take you to see Michelangelo Buonarroti’s masterpiece sculpture – THE DAVID. This sculpture is made of marble and stands at 520 cm. It’s considered a symbol of Florence and Italy abroad. This sculpture represents the biblical hero at the moment in which he is preparing to face Golia. It’s one of the emblems of the Renaissance and a stunning example of male beauty in art. The gallery boasts one of the highest numbers of sculptures observed by Michelangelo. You’ll also find the Museum of musical instruments, most extensive collection of paintings with a gold background, and the Sala dei Prigioni with sculptures designed for Pope Julius II.

After your guided tour, you can remain inside the Museum and further appreciate the works. Immerse yourself in the art of the Renaissance with our expert guide!

Why book this tour

• Learn about the history behind David, a Florentine icon
• Skip the long lines with priority access tickets
• Learn from a passionate and art-loving local guide
• Admire other artworks by Botticelli, Lippi, and many others

Read more about David & Accademia Gallery Florence Semi-Private Tour

With our Skip-the-Line semi-private Accademia Gallery Tour, you’ll avoid the long ticket lines and gain priority access to the art masterpieces for a full hour while accompanied by an expert guide.

The Accademia Gallery is a must-see for any art lover. It is home to works by world-renowned masters such as Paolo Uccello, Domenico Ghirlandaio, Sandro Botticelli, and Andrea del Sarto. You’ll have the opportunity to see the original full-sized model of “Rape of the Sabine” by Giambologna, a remarkable work of art showcasing its creator’s incredible skill.

Of course, the highlight of the Accademia Gallery is undoubtedly Michelangelo’s David. This stunning masterpiece is one of the world’s most famous works of art, and it’s not hard to see why. You’ll be amazed by its size and the intricate details that Michelangelo was able to capture in his sculpture. But that’s not all – you’ll also see numerous Florentine paintings from the 13th to the 16th centuries, spanning the Medieval Ages to the High Renaissance. You’ll be transported back in time as you admire the Florentine Gothic paintings and a collection of Russian Icons.

Overall, our Skip-the-Line Accademia Gallery Tour is the perfect way to experience the gallery’s incredible art and history, all with an expert local guide who will share their knowledge and passion for the art with you.

This tour includes

• Guided tour in a semi-private group of 6 people
• Priority entrance with skip-the-line tickets
• Museum tickets and reservations
• Expert local guide

Know before you go

• This tour is offered in English, Spanish, and Italian. Please specify under “Additional notes” if you wish to book the tour in a language other than English.
• Photography is only permitted without flash inside the museums.
• Backpacks are not permitted in the museum.
• On the first Sunday of each month, entrance is free of charge, but as tickets can’t be reserved ahead of time, entry is not guaranteed.