- Museo Nazionale del Bargello - Meet your 5-star expert tour guide at the entrance of the museum and let the adventure begin!
Discover hidden gems of Florentine art on this private tour of the Bargello Museum. Avoid the hassle and bustle of the crowds and enjoy this unique experience in the place where some of the darkest moments of Florentine history unfolded.
Today the museum hosts the most impressive collection of Florentine sculpture that will be explained by an enthusiastic and attentive tour guide. Enjoy the magic of the Renaissance and learn about the competition for the Baptistery Doors – Brunelleschi’s greatest failure which later led to his most incredible success.
See the famous masterpieces by Donatello, the sculptor who revolutionized art in Florence and enjoy the stories about his statues of David and St. George. See artworks by Leonardo da Vinci’s master, Andrea del Verrocchio, and learn how the apprentice overcame his teacher.
Discover other masterpieces by Michelangelo Buonarroti, such as Brutus and a marvelous marble tondo and learn why his Bacchus was originally criticized by its patron.
Admire sculpture by Giambologna and Benvenuto Cellini, creator of the Perseus statue in Piazza della Signoria, and learn about the process of how bronze sculpture is made along the way.
Join us for this incredible tour and smoothly navigate in the palace and be the first to see all the details, avoiding the hassle of large group tours. Enjoy this unique experience with your tour guide, install a dialogue, ask questions, and be ready to hear all the fascinating stories and secrets hidden within the walls of the Bargello. Let us know if you have special interests and we will make sure the tour is tailor-made for you!
- Headsets for clear audio from guide
- Licensed tour guide provided
- Included entry to Bargello Museum
- Pick up and drop off
- Food and drinks
Explore beyond the usual tourist spots and uncover a different page of Florentine history with a private tour of the Bargello Museum.
Constructed over 750 years ago, the Bargello initially served as the headquarters for the Captain of the People, subsequently becoming Florence’s most feared prison, before transforming into one of its most stunning museums. This edifice has borne witness to fires, floods, uprisings, and horrific tortures and deaths following the 1478 conspiracy against the Medici clan.
The Bargello harbours an exceptional collection of Renaissance sculpture. Join our tour to behold Donatello’s David and Michelangelo’s Bacchus, as well as creations by Giambologna, Verrocchio, and numerous other artists.
Experience the magnificence with your guide, engage in conversation and prepare yourself to learn about the fascinating tales and mysteries concealed within Bargello’s walls. If you have specific interests, let us know and we’ll ensure your tour is customized to suit you!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
