Guided Tour of Florence & Duomo with Accademia Gallery Reserved Entrance Tickets

About this experience

Guided Tour of Florence & Duomo with Accademia Gallery Reserved Entrance Tickets This 3-hour guided tour combines Florence's Renaissance masterpieces with its architectural wonders. You'll start with reserved entry to the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo's David without the queues, then explore the historic centre on foot. Your expert guide leads a small group of maximum 19 people through seven themed halls at the Accademia, past the magnificent Duomo exterior, and across Florence's most important piazzas. The tour covers Florence's essential highlights in one compact experience. At the Accademia Gallery, you'll see works by Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci and Giotto alongside the famous David sculpture. The walking portion takes you through Piazza della Signoria and Piazza degli Uffizi, past Palazzo Vecchio and around the UNESCO-listed Cathedral complex including Giotto's Bell Tower and the Baptistery. What is Included Reserved entry tickets to Accademia Gallery Expert guide for small group of maximum 19 people 3-hour guided tour including gallery visit and city walking tour Skip-the-line access to see Michelangelo's David Exterior visit to Florence Duomo with historical commentary Good to Know The tour runs Tuesday to Sunday with morning and afternoon start times. Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in with your guide. The entire experience lasts approximately 3 hours and involves considerable walking through Florence's historic centre. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress modestly for religious sites with shoulders and knees covered. Large bags and backpacks cannot be brought into the Accademia Gallery. The tour visits the Duomo's exterior only, though you can return independently as interior admission is free. For a deeper dive into Florence's artistic treasures, consider booking the Uffizi Gallery skip-the-line tickets to see Botticelli's Birth of Venus and works by Renaissance masters. If you're interested in exploring more of Tuscany, the Chianti wine tour from Florence offers a perfect countryside escape with vineyard visits and wine tastings.

Highlights

• Explore the picturesque city of Florence and its magnificent buildings, streets and squares
• Enjoy reserved entrance to the Accademia Galleria, which is home to the prolific marble statue of David by Michelangelo
• Breathe in the magnificence of the Duomo, one of the crown jewels of Florence
• The tour has small groups of not more than 19 people, which allows for a more interactive, comfortable and engrossing experience
• You will be accompanied by an expert, English-speaking guide who will tell you detailed stories behind the significance of Florence’s many wonders
• Visit Palazzo Vecchio, Piazza Della Signoria, Piazza degli Uffizi, Santa Maria del Fiore and many other Renaissance sites in the Florentine area.

What is included

• 3-hr walking tour of Florence Expert English or Spanish-speaking guide Reserved entry to Accademia Gallery Exploring the exterior of the Duomo Complex and Piazza Della Signoria with Palazzo Vecchio

Not included

• Lunch Hotel transfers

Before you go

Before your guided tour of Florence & Duomo with Accademia Gallery Reserved Entrance Tickets, make sure to wear comfortable shoes and dress for the season. Bring a water bottle and a light snack, as you'll be walking and exploring for about 2 hours. It's a good idea to arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour starts. The tour is wheelchair accessible, but please note that the Accademia Gallery has some areas that may be difficult to navigate for visitors with mobility issues. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the stunning views and artwork.

Cancellation terms

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.