Michelangelo's Code: Discover the Red Thread

‘David’ tour in Florence with priority entrance, a native guide, and an actor. Discover Michelangelo’s code, creation process, and life message. Uncover the secret of the ‘Prisoners’ sculptures. Perfect for couples, families, and friends.

Duration: 1 hour, 20 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Galleria dell’Accademia - 6 masterpieces by michelangelo, David included
What's Included
  • Museum reservation service for skip the line ticket (MUSEUM TICKET COST ARE NOT INCLUDED -20€ EACH)
  • Radios if the group is more than 7 people
  • Museum ticket cost is 20€ (not included in experience price)
  • Under 18 years old, museum ticket cost is 4€
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fees
Additional Information

Spiritual awakening by Michelangelo: discover the red thread that links David to the Sistine Chapel! This is not a standard experience above David; this is the MarioGesu’s tour with priority entrance. MarioGesu is a native guide and an actor who brings you inside Michelangelo’s code, the creation process, and a wonderful life message. His tour is high…

Location
Libreria Cristiana CLC Firenze
Via Ricasoli
In front of the the door museum entrance, at the ATM of "libreria evangelica"
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Michael_w
Nov 17, 2025
Mario is the BEST! - Mario the tour guide is the best! So insightful and very interactive... He's extremely entertaining and inclusive. You won't regret booking with him! No question we'd use him again for other tours!
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Freedom62312154066
Nov 4, 2025
Michelangelo from Artist to Philosopher - With Mario you experience more than skipping the line. Too actually understand Michelangelo from Mario's perspective was a wonderful experience. He is able to share his knowledge in a way that you can integrate the Renaissance into present time. How he helps you travel the 60+ years of Michelangelo's artistry & his main philosophy is exhilarating and inspiring. I HIGHLY SUGGEST, that if you want more than skipping the line Mario is the way to go.
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Tourist35777842944
Nov 4, 2025
Took spontaneous part in the tour guide - We spontaneously joined the group, since we were so fascinated by the guide, the way he was explaining everything was very interesting and exciting to hear about. We asked him if we could join and he gladly took as with him. Would definitely recommend him!
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X6654lrisabellag
Nov 3, 2025
Loved it! - Mario gave an incredible tour that was packed with insight and heart. Definitely made our experience of Michelangelo special. Would recommend, especially to those interesting in the more philosophical side of art history.
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Adam_f
Nov 2, 2025
AMAZING tour and guide! - Mario is incredible. This is a one of a kind experience that we just lucked into. Mario has a unique take that is intellectual, emotional and spiritual. Insightful and inspiring. If you're looking for a list of dates and names and places this is not that tour - don't get me wrong Mario knows that stuff and includes where appropriate. This tour is fascinating. Thank you, Mario!
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Jackie_s
Nov 1, 2025
Deep dive into Michelangelo's process - This was such a unique and awesome tour! The thing to know first is this is a deep dive into Michelangelo's artistic style and perspective evolution. Personally, I wanted to do something different than walk around the whole museum with a big group and cover too many works of art to really remember any of it. This tour was perfect! It was like being in Mario's masterclass on Michelangelo. It was also super interactive, and I was really impressed that Mario learned everyone's names and made sure to include everyone individually in the conversation. One member of the group was even live translating Mario's commentary into Chinese on her phone. When he found out, he invited her to stand next to him through the rest of the tour so the translation would pick up his words better. There was also a child in the group, and while I wouldn't necessarily recommend the tour for kids since it is pretty intellectual and philosophical, Mario did an excellent job keeping the kid engaged. Highly recommend for a very unique and fascinating tour with a fantastic and extremely knowledgeable guide!
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Camper08735763829
Oct 31, 2025
Great experience - Lucia was great she knows the history of the Vatican, and is willing to share her knowledge. It was fast paced due to amount of area that was covered. I would definitely recommend it to friends and family.
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Sorin
Oct 30, 2025
Excellent tour guide! - Excellent tour guide! I recomend for groups. He offered us many intersting informations about Michelangelo and his works!
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Markv610810
Oct 30, 2025
An in depth look. - Mario gave an amazing in-depth view of Michelangelo‘s work. It made the experience so much more enjoyable to have someone who really understood Michelangelo his life and thinking. One of the best tours I have been on.
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Nate
Oct 29, 2025
Mario provides a great in-depth tour experience - Mario provided fun, deep and intuitive perspectives into the works of Michelangelo. Would recommend to anyone! Thank you Mario!
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From $34
up to 9 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).