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Art & Culture Tour with David in Florence - Florence

Art & Culture Tour with David in Florence

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

1.5–2 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels, as it involves minimal physical activity

Overview

Discover the beauty of Florence’s art scene with a private guide at the Accademia. Marvel at Michelangelo’s David and enjoy a personalized tour that brings Renaissance masterpieces to life.

Firenze, Toscana

David & Accademia Gallery Private Tour

For all ages • 1h 30mins • Private Tour!

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About This Adventure

Embark on a captivating 90-minute journey through Florence's art scene with a private guide. Discover Michelangelo's iconic David and explore the museum's rich collection, including masterpieces and musical instruments. Enjoy priority access and personalized attention as you stroll through the city's stunning streets, making this an unforgettable cultural experience.

Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes

City Florence Tours invites you to discover one of the most important museums in Florence accompanied by a private guide that will be at your complete disposal, illustrating you through a chronological itinerary, the history of Michelangelo's David, one of the most famous Florentine symbols in Italy and in the world. As part of this visit, you will increase the quality level of the tour, because during the visit the guide will pay attention and will satisfy all your requests. Starting from our office located a few meters away from another important art gallery of Florence, the Uffizi Gallery, you will walk along with your guide on the route that will take you to the entrance of the museum. During this short walk, you'll cross the city, admiring the beauty of Florence from the exterior, walking from Piazza Della Signoria (where you'll see one of the two copies of the David) to Piazza del Duomo, passing from Via Dei Calzaiuoli, admiring the entire complex of the church. With the guide you will enter from the priority entrance of the gallery, starting a journey that will take you to see THE DAVID, a sculpture made of marble (height 520 cm) by Michelangelo Buonarroti between 1501 and 1504, considered a masterpiece of sculpture all over the world, it's one of the emblems of the Renaissance and a symbol of Florence and of Italy abroad. The work represents the biblical hero at the moment in which he is preparing to face Golia, the work has always created the ideal of male beauty in art. The gallery represents one of the places with the highest number of sculptures observed by Michelangelo, you'll find also the museum of musical instruments, the largest collection of paintings with a gold background, and the Sala Dei Prigioni with sculptures designed for Pope Julius II. After the guided tour, you can remain inside the museum appreciate better the works inside.

Highlights

City Florence Tours invites you to discover one of the most important museums in Florence accompanied by a private guide that will be at your complete disposal, illustrating you through a chronological itinerary, the history of Michelangelo's David, one of the most famous Florentine symbols in Italy and in the world

Includes

  • Skip The Line, Priority Entrance
  • Reservation Fee
  • Entrance Ticket
  • Radio Headsets (For Groups With More Than 6 People)
  • Private Tour Guide ( Licensed )
  • Fast Track Entrance Fee
  • Maximum Of 19 People In The Group

Excludes

  • Pick Up / Drop Off
  • Food And Drinks

Important to Know

Meeting Point

Via Camillo Benso Conte Cavour, 19, 50129 Firenze FI, Italy

Adventure Tips

Arrive early

Getting there early helps avoid crowds and gives you more time with the artworks.

Wear comfortable shoes

Florence's streets and the gallery involve a bit of walking, so comfortable footwear is advised.

Bring a notebook

Jot down interesting facts or thoughts during your private tour for a richer experience.

Photography rules

No flash photography inside the gallery—check with your guide for photography permissions.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Pigeons
  • Doves

History

The Accademia was founded in 1784 to house Florence's collection of artistic works, primarily focusing on Michelangelo's sculptures.

Conservation

Efforts are ongoing to preserve the gallery’s artworks and ensure sustainable tourism practices.

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Adventure Hotspots in Florence

Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

Essential for walking through Florence and the gallery comfortably.

Portable camera or smartphone

Capture the art and architecture to remember your visit.

Notebook and pen

Note key details or questions during your private tour.

Light backpack

Carry your essentials like water, guidebook, or camera.