Florence Art Tour: Skip Lines at Top Sites

Experience an exclusive VIP tour of Florence’s top attractions, including early access to see Michelangelo’s David and a guided tour of the Duomo’s rooftop terraces. Avoid the crowds and enjoy a more intimate and in-depth exploration of Florentine art and architecture.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Galleria dell’Accademia - Join a knowledgeable local guide and a small group of no more than 18 people outside the Accademia. Either before the daytime crowds arrive or after they have departed in the afternoon, you will enter to admire Michelangelo’s “David” and his unfinished sculptures known as “Slaves,” which offer remarkable insight into the…
What's Included
  • Tickets to Opera Duomo, Baptistery of San Giovanni & Crypt of Santa Reparata (Valid for 72 hours)
  • Special access to the Duomo Terraces
  • Skip the line tickets to the Accademia Gallery
  • Expert English-speaking guide
  • Skip the line access to climb the dome
  • Headsets (when needed)
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Additional Information

Explore Florentine art and architecture on a tour that gets you past the typical long lines at the Accademia Gallery and the Duomo. You’ll breeze past the long line to marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David, granting you incredible insight into the mind of a master. After, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the…

Location
Piazza San Marco
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets in Piazza di San Marco at the Monument to General Manfredo Fanti statue in the center of the square.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Danielle_m
Oct 27, 2025
What a lovely tour! Giada... - What a lovely tour! Giada was an excellent guide. So knowledgeable, organized, and welcoming. Clear meeting instructions and an amazing tour packed full of information. We would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone wanting more out of their visit to beautiful Italy.
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Jane_g
Oct 27, 2025
Well worth it! - This does allow skipping the line for entrance to Accademia, Duomo and dome climb, which makes it well worth it. Plus private group access to the terrace. It was well organized with 3 staff members doing check-in. The guide was enthusiastic, knowledgable and fun.
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Roby_p
Oct 12, 2025
No Waiting - My Guide was very knowledgeable - but what everyone needs to understand is that you don't have to wait in line. That is the best bang for the buck.
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Global09795674561
Oct 11, 2025
Wonderful Guide - Christiano is an amazing guide. He is so knowledgeable about all of the sites, and his explanation of the history and background of the David, Florence, and the Duomo made the tour so much more special. Worth every penny!
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Sherry
Oct 11, 2025
Highly recommend this experience!!! - Christiano’s engaging personality and extensive knowledge leant interesting perspectives to viewing David and Florence writ large. Incredible experience overall. Highly recommend this tour!!!!
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Maureen_n
Oct 8, 2025
The tour was great. Our... - The tour was great. Our guide was very knowledgeable and kind. I would definitely recommend this tour to others.
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Andrea_g
Oct 5, 2025
Definitely recommend - So informative - loved the history and explanations given at the academia. Duomo was a fabulous experience as well. Terrace views were amazing.
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Rochellem31
Oct 1, 2025
Early Academia and Duomo Tour. - Never having been to Italy, I learned so much about Michelangelo's statue of David. It truly is a masterpiece and worth going on the early tour to avoid the crowds. I also climbed the 432 steps at the Duomo. It is physically challenging but very worth going to the top of the Duomo! What a great tour and the tour guide, Fredrica was great!
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Greg_d
Sep 28, 2025
Do not miss this tour - Defiinately do not miss this tour! It was amazing to see the David up close and climb to the top of the duomo . Skipping all the lines was so nice !!! This is a must do for Florence
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Daytrip62229096588
Sep 22, 2025
Skip the lines, soak up the history! - Our guide was fantastic! She brought Michelangelo’s David and the treasures of the Accademia to life with passion and insight. At the Duomo, her explanation of Brunelleschi’s genius made us see it in a whole new light. Efficient, engaging, and best of all…no lines! Highly recommend if you’re looking to maximize your time and learn about the beauty of the Renaissance.
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From $181
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).