Michelangelo's Masterpieces: David and More

Embark on a guided tour of the Accademia Gallery and explore Michelangelo’s masterpiece, the ‘David’. Discover the secrets behind its creation and immerse yourself in the world of this legendary artist.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Galleria dell’Accademia - Immerse yourself in Michelangelo’s art, featuring his famous “David” and other significant works like ‘’I Prigioni’’, ‘’San Matteo’’, and the “Palestrina Pietà”.
    Michelangelo, in his youth, sculpted the David from a massive block of rough marble over three years, creating a grand statue of unparalleled beauty, emblematic…
What's Included
  • April to October - monolingual Guided Visit
  • Local Professional Guide: Museum guided Visit in small group
  • Entrance ticket delivered directly at the meeting point, in front of the museum, by our assistant
  • Multilingual assistance at the meeting point
  • From November 1st 2024 until March 31st 2025: Spanish Language confirmed with minimum 4…
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Step into Michelangelo’s world and explore his most prestigious works - the ‘David’, ‘’I Prigioni’’, ‘’San Matteo’’, and the “Palestrina Pietà”. Your guide will take you on a captivating journey through Michelangelo’s life, revealing the inspirations and mysteries behind the creation of the world’s renowned statue. Listen as they narrate the story of a…

Location
Via Ricasoli, 68
Via Ricasoli
At the corner between Via Ricasoli and Piazza San Marco, in front of the loggiato of Accademia delle Belle Arti.An Assistant will wait for you wearing blue clothing with CAF tour - Gray Line logos. Please come 15 minutes before.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Danielle
Sep 9, 2025
Florence 2025 - Great to have an informed guide telling us the history behind a lot of the artwork and statues. Very happy with our experience.
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Globetrotting765786
Aug 24, 2025
Accademia Visit - Alicia was wonderful. Very knowledgeable and had lots of extra information that you would not get from simply reading the signs at the museum. Would highly recommend!
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Anacw7622jp
Aug 19, 2025
Alicia as a museum guide - Alicia is clearly passionate about art and everything inside the academia. She not only shares de history and details of the art, but also the feelings it provokes her and personal stories tied to the museum.
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B4866aqlynnb
Aug 16, 2025
Family visit - Alicia was so knowledgeable! We had a great time and learned so much! I’m just sorry we couldn’t stay longer. Strongly recommend!
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Roxanamariae
Aug 16, 2025
Amazing Accademia tour with Alicia - Really great guided tour with Alicia! I liked the fact that she was very knowledgeable, providing lots of new insights and details. Highly recommend!
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H6825nsdavidp
Aug 1, 2025
Seeing David - The tour was amazing, getting to see the statue of David, a real treat! Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly!!
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H1496kqtaylord
Aug 1, 2025
Amazing guide - Our guide was amazing! She was so full of information and it was so immersive! She gave all of us the information and not just her opinions
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939josefinal
Jul 30, 2025
Happy with the visit and explanation! - The very clear and dynamic explanation! Super interesting story and was perfectly understood. Invites you to understand the history and vision of those moments
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826macarenal
Jul 30, 2025
Visit to David - Very genius Alice!! I loved the spectacular sculptures. Very interesting the visit and good layout of the rooms
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Travelingtomorrow
Jul 27, 2025
Excellent - Excellent tour! Very knowledgeable. Loved the historical context. Learned new info about art & Florence. Great guide.
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From $70
up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).