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See one of Michelangelo's most famous masterpieces with this private, skip-the-line 2-hour tour of the Accademia Gallery in Florence. Admire the impressive statue of David close-up with a guide to explain its history and significance. Choose a morning or afternoon tour.

Price €198

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Rating 5 / 5 [15 ratings]

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When in Florence with your family you dont have to miss one of Michelangelo's most famous masterpieces the David! With our kid friendly guide admire the impressive statue of David and learn about the art and life of the great Michelangelo. Skip the line of the Accademia Gallery and discover the highlights of the city center as the Holy Cross Church where Michelangelo is buried and many more! You will spend 2.5 hours playing games, treasure hunts and having fun while learning thanks to engaging and educational activities.

Price €189

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Rating 5 / 5 [14 ratings]

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Relive the Italian Renaissance in Florence during this 2.5 hour private guided museum & walking tour covering highlights including the Accademia with Michelangelo's David. This private tour pairs you with your own personal guide to explore the history and secrets of Florence and its most famous citizens.

Price €132

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Rating 4.97 / 5 [44 ratings]

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Accademia Gallery is one of the most visited museums in all of Florence. Its main attraction is the exquisite Statue of David, however, it offers many more masterpieces and notable works of art. Booking a private tour of the Accademia guarantees you will get the most out of your visit. Firstly, upon arriving at the meeting point, you will be greeted by the agency representative and introduced to your expert guide. Private tour guides come with years of experience and exceptional rating. Next, your guide will lead you to the gallery using a special priority entrance only pausing to pass the security check that is compulsory for everyone. During the following hour, your guide will ensure you won’t miss out on any of the main points of interest such as Michelangelo’s Prisoners and, of course, the Statue of David. You will learn a lot about both the art and the artists.

Price €90

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Rating 4.96 / 5 [172 ratings]

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Maximize your time in Florence with a combo tour to visit Florence’s must-see attractions, including the Accademia with Michelangelo's David, and the Uffizi Gallery. This 5.5 hour private guided walking and museum tour pairs you with a guide to visit the Tuscan capital and all of its most important marvels.

Price €238

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Rating 4.95 / 5 [46 ratings]

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Discover the most visited museums in Florence and two of the most visited in the world alongside a private guide, admiring the most important works and appreciating the art of the Italian Renaissance. Your guide will let you enter from the priority entrance in both galleries without having to wait in long lines and will explain the most important works of art. The Uffizi Gallery with its pictorial collections, masterpieces by artists and protagonists of the Renaissance such as Michelangelo, Giotto, Botticelli, Caravaggio, Leonardo da Vinci and many others. Then your guide will accompany you to the Accademia Gallery, the second most visited museum in Florence to discover Michelangelo's David, the most famous Florentine symbol. The gallery is one of the places with the highest number of sculptures by Michelangelo, you can also admire the museum of musical instruments, the collection of pictorial works with a gold background and the Sala dei Prigioni with sculptures designed for Pope Julius II.

Price €209

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Rating 4.95 / 5 [80 ratings]

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Spiritual awakening by Michelangelo: discover the red thread that links David to the Sistine Chapel! This is not standard experience above David , this is the MarioGesu's tour with priority entrance , Mariogesu is a native guide and an actor that bring you inside Michelangelo's code , the creation process, a wonderful life message. His tour is high profile, aimed at couples, families with children and friends, for those who want to know the secret of Michelangelo. If the David is the fulcrum, the surprise will be to discover how the artist "surpasses" the David with his "Prisoners", just a few meters away, created through the "unfinished" style. By choosing this experience, easily understandable to everyone because it is expressed with images and metaphors (therefore easy to understand even for the little ones), you will participate in a unique perspective: the red thread that binds Michelangelo's entire work, the artistic and spiritual reason of the greatest artist of all time.

Price €29

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Rating 4.90 / 5 [632 ratings]

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• Priority entrance in a small group with skip the line tickets for the Accademia Gallery • Learn the stories and legends behind Michelangelo’s David • Explore other works by Michelangelo such as the unfinished Prisoners • I hour guided tour with 15 people See Florence the right way with us Florence & Global Tuch' Want to see Florence with a guide but are not keen on being herded around in a large, impersonal group or spending a fortune for a private tour? Look no further. “Florence & Global” tours are designed for the selective traveller, providing all the benefits of a private tour with the group tour value.

Price €55

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Rating 4.86 / 5 [52 ratings]

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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Accademia Gallery skip-the-line ticket, don't waste your time queuing for the whole day! • The home of Michelangelo's original sculpture David • A passionate and art-lover local guide - The Galleria dell'Accademia di Firenze, or "Gallery of the Academy of Florence", is an art museum in Florence, Italy and is best known as the home of Michelangelo's sculpture David. It also has other sculptures by Michelangelo and a large collection of paintings by Florentine artists, mostly from the period 1300-1600, the Trecento to the Late Renaissance. It is smaller and more specialized than the Uffizi, the main art museum in Florence. It adjoins the Accademia di Belle Arti or academy of fine arts of Florence, but despite the name has no other connection with it.

Price €47

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Rating 4.85 / 5 [102 ratings]

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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 incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance up to the terraces—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public. You’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome to soak up even more spectacular views of the city. With all entrance fees included, an expert guide, and a small group of just 18 guests max for a more intimate experience, there’s no better way to see Florence’s top attractions.

Price €127

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Rating 4.85 / 5 [567 ratings]

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Enjoy a different way to fully appreciate the most iconic Michelangelo's masterpiece! Michelangelo's masterpieces from youth to maturity, from visibly to intellectually completed statues: Michelangelo's uniqueness of his powerful, non-complete marble works. Your guide will highlight aspects to bring to life all statues at the Accademia Gallery.

Price €75

Min age 6

Rating 4.76 / 5 [39 ratings]

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Make the most of your time in Florence with this Priority Entrance Accademia Gallery Tour and see Michelangelo’s iconic “David”. Follow our expert, local guide to marvel at one of the most famous statues in the world. Stay in the gallery after the tour to admire a great collection of paintings and musical instruments.

Price €45

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Rating 4.75 / 5 [88 ratings]

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The most iconic artwork in history comes to life on this small-group tour focused on the David and its enigmatic artist. From the history of the very stone the David was carved from, to the commissioning of the artwork through to its original placement and the creation of the museum where it now stands, this is a tour like no other. Led by Florence’s greatest guides, this tour also includes an introduction to other works by Michelangelo and fascinating information about the master artist himself. Pre-reserved museum entry is included.

Price €120

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Rating 4.75 / 5 [52 ratings]

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The Uffizi Gallery is considered one of the most iconic and important museums in the world of art. People from all over the world come to Florence to see with their own eyes all these incredible masterpieces and treasures that it contains. Marvel at the most iconic masterpieces created by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Filippo Lippi, Caravaggio and others. At Accademia Gallery immerse yourself in the world of Michelangelo Buonarotti and his remarkable David, while exploring the museum with our guide. This statue is rightfully considered one of the most famous in the world. David has become one of the most recognisable works of Renaissance sculpture; a symbol of strength and youthful beauty. Learn about the difficult fate of David's creation, and why this statue is considered one of the acmes not only of the Renaissance, but also of human genius in general. What is the meaning of his pose, and why Michelangelo portrayed the young man just like that.

Price €180

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Rating 4.75 / 5 [28 ratings]

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Uffizi Gallery and Accademia Gallery are the most Iconic and important art galleries in Florence. Uffizi tour highlights include masterpieces by Renaissance geniuses like Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. See famous artworks like Botticelli’s Primavera and the Birth of Venus. Learn the history and secrets behind these priceless masterpieces and the stories of the artists who created them. In the Accademia gallery With our experienced guide, you will learn about the life and work of the legendary Michelangelo. Besides the David, unfinished works by this Renaissance master are also on display in the Gallery including the four the so-called “Slaves”, Saint Matthew, and the Palestrina Pietà.

Price $210

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Rating 4.75 / 5 [12 ratings]

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This is a 60-minute small group tour with a maximum of 9 people. It features a certified guide who will accompany you on an exciting brief journey. You will be able to see one of the museum’s jewels, the collection of musical instruments in the Conservatorio Luigi Cherubini. This section includes an original Stradivarius from 1690 and the first modern piano, which was invented in Florence.

Price €59

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Rating 4.74 / 5 [295 ratings]

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Skip the long lines to both the Accademia and the Catherdral on this Best of Florence guided tour. Begin with skip-the-line access to get up close to Michelangelo's 'David' in the Accademia Gallery. Then see the Duomo, the city's iconic, Gothic-style cathedral with your skip-the-line access and guided tour inside the Cathedral & Duomo. Afterwards, your guide will take you to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art gallery where Michelangelo's David was originally supposed to stand. Then explore the streets of Florence, taking in landmarks like the Ponte Vecchio bridge, Palazzo della Signoria e Piazza della Repubblica and learn about the influence of the famous Medici family on Florence.

Price €72

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Rating 4.72 / 5 [915 ratings]

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Discover the most visited museums in Florence and two of the most visited in the world alongside a professional guide, admiring the most important works and appreciating the art of the Italian Renaissance. The guide will take you through the priority entrance into both galleries without having to wait in the long lines and explain the most important works of art. The Uffizi Gallery with its pictorial collections, masterpieces by artists and protagonists of the Renaissance such as Michelangelo, Giotto, Botticelli, Caravaggio, Leonardo da Vinci and many others. Later the guide will take you to the Accademia Gallery, the second most visited museum in Florence to discover Michelangelo's David, the most famous Florentine symbol. The gallery is one of the places with the highest number of sculptures by Michelangelo, besides you can admire the museum of musical instruments, the collection of paintings with a golden background and the Sala dei Prigioni with sculptures designed for Pope Julius II.

Price €98

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Rating 4.68 / 5 [364 ratings]

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• Skip the line Unforgettable experience with genuine tour • 4-hour small group (max 10-15 people) tour of the Accademia and the Uffizi • Discover the incredible masterpieces of Renaissance art • Priority entrance to the most important museums of Florence • Walking tour through Duomo Square and Piazza della Signoria The “Florence & Global ” Touch.  See Florence the right way with us Want to see Florence with a guide but are not keen on being herded around in a large, impersonal group or spending a fortune for a private tour? Look no further. “Florence & Global ” tours are designed for the selective traveller, providing all the benefits of a private tour with the group tour value.

Price €128

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Rating 4.65 / 5 [2490 ratings]

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You can find out the marvelous associated to the Michelangelo’s David, by joining the Accademia Gallery Tour, of about one hour long, conducted by professional licensed guides. In addition to exploring the highlights of the gallery, you will get to skip the line which barricades the entry to the museum on a daily basis. Choose from one of the seven departure times available when you book.

Price €48

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Rating 4.62 / 5 [2976 ratings]

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Accademia is a very small museum and does not allow more than 600 people inside, for this reason the queue can vary from 3 to 5 hours in high season and it is not easy to find tickets .. !! Don’t waste your time in line!!! Michelangelo's David as you've never seen it before. We will go through the life of the great genius of all times. I will have the pleasure of telling you all the secrets that hide behind the genius of Michelangelo and the giant David. Please remember tickets are not included in the price i will buy the tickets in advance for you and you pay me when you get to Florence before we start the tour. One ticket cost 20 euro, i can take only cash. Grazie mille

Price €25

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Rating 4.62 / 5 [663 ratings]

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Michelangelo's David as you've never seen it before. We will go through the life of the great genius of all times. I will have the pleasure of telling you all the secrets that hide behind the genius of Michelangelo and the giant David. Our path will be on the Pietro Perugino Rafaello's master, Filippino Lippi. Domenico Ghirlandaio the master of Michelangelo in painting. We will walk through the history of the Medici and try to understand why the Renaissance was born in Florence. Why is the Medici family so important to Michelangelo? We will analyze Lorenzo the Magnificent and his brother Giuliano. At the Galleria del Accademia there is not only the Giant David.. Please remember that tickets are not included in the price, I will buy tickets in advance for you and you will pay me when you arrive in Florence before starting the tour. A ticket costs 20 euros, under 18 years old the ticket costs 4 euros but they must have an identity document with them. I can only take cash. Grazie

Price €25

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Rating 4.61 / 5 [256 ratings]

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Uffizi Gallery and Accademia Gallery are the most iconic and important art galleries in Florence. With our experienced guide, you will learn about the life and work of the legendary Michelangelo. Besides the David, unfinished works by this Renaissance master are also on display in the Gallery including the four the so-called “Slaves”, Saint Matthew, and the Palestrina Pietà.Renaissance geniuses like Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael.

Price $210

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Rating 4.61 / 5 [36 ratings]

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Accademia Gallery of Florence was once part of the academy of the fine arts. It was founded in 1784 by the grand Duke Pietro Leopoldo whom collected a great amount original and replicated art works. Accademia gallery was chosen to be the new home of Michelangelo’s David due to the fact that the Accademia happen to be located in the same square where the young Michelangelo studied sculpting as a child. In 1873 the town of Florence relocated David which was no longer safe in its original location of Signoria Square. Our expert guide will bring each master piece come back to life with inside stories of one of the world’s greatest artist.

Price €59

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Rating 4.47 / 5 [236 ratings]

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Skip the long lines and be among the first to enter the Accademia Gallery, with the personalized attention of a small-group tour. Meet the authentic Michelangelo's David in all his magnificence, and discover the other masterpieces housed in the Accademia Gallery museum. After this 1.5 hour tour, you are free to stay inside the museum to continue admiring the art of Michelangelo, Botticelli and many more.

Price €50

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Rating 4.44 / 5 [289 ratings]

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* Attention Please! From 06/08/21 the entrance into the Uffizi and Accademia Galleries is only allowed with Green Pass vaccination certificate In our Uffizi Gallery and Accademia Gallery tour with our professional guide you will not only get the benefit of saving your time, but you have the advantage of acquiring the inside stories behind some of the most notable masterpieces conserved in Florence. After your Uffizi tour, you can enjoy some refreshments in the cafeteria while taking in the unique stunning view of the Uffizi Gallery's terrace where you are more than welcome to relax and take pictures. Please, note: We will be entering through the priority line and may experience a short wait due to COVID security prevention measures. The schedule time in the reservation is for the Uffizi Gallery Tour. The Accademia Gallery Tour departs at 16:00.

Price €129

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Rating 4.37 / 5 [27 ratings]

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This exclusive tour offers you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most renowned art galleries in a day you’re sure never to forget. Begin your day by meeting your guide and embarking on an artistic journey through time, immersing yourself in the beauty and creativity that have made Florence a haven of artistry. Whether you’re a seasoned art enthusiast or a curious traveler, the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries promise an experience that will leave an indelible mark on your artistic soul.

Price €138

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Rating 4.31 / 5 [54 ratings]

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Explore the Accademia Gallery with our expert guide, discovering Michelangelo's masterpieces. After a lunch break (not included in the tour), join a walking tour for an introductory journey through two thousand years of Florentine history. Learn about the city's Roman origins, visit the Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi courtyard, and marvel at Brunelleschi’s Dome. Uncover the past of Florence and its artists in this guided walking tour.

Price €135

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Rating 4.27 / 5 [11 ratings]

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Discover the most visited museums in Florence and two of the most visited in the world, admiring the most important works to appreciate the art of the Italian Renaissance. The Uffizi Gallery with its collections of works of art, masterpieces by artists and protagonists of the Renaissance such as Michelangelo, Giotto, Botticelli, Caravaggio, Leonardo da Vinci and many others. And the Galleria dell'Accademia, the second most visited museum in Florence to discover Michelangelo's David, one of the most famous Florentine symbols. The Gallery is one of the places with the highest number of sculptures by Michelangelo, besides you can admire 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. You will enter from the priority entrance to the museum and enjoy a journey into the life of the genius of Michelangelo.

Price €59

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Rating 4.19 / 5 [119 ratings]

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This is the perfect tour for all those customers who wish to visit the Accademia Gallery in total freedom and at their own pace, guided by an audio commentary of expert art historians, recorded in their own language. Total immersion in the art of Michelangelo to know his most renowned work, the “David”, and other important works of art such as ''I Prigioni'' and ''San Matteo'' and the “Palestrina Pietà”.  The young Michelangelo carved the David from a huge block of rough marble in three years, creating an imposing sculpture of absolute beauty, an icon of the renaissance model. He depicted a magnificent nude young man at the height of his physical vigor, whose intense expression of strength and courage, which originated from an absolute faith in God, roses as a symbol of power and invincibility of the Florentine Republic at the time of its maximum splendor.

Price €49

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Rating 4.19 / 5 [21 ratings]

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Explore Michelangelo's masterpieces with our small-group tour of the Accademia Gallery. Our expert guide will lead you through an immersive experience, highlighting the renowned statue of David and other significant works of Michelangelo. Marvel at the young artist's three-year creation of David, a magnificent representation of physical vigor and courage, embodying the Renaissance ideal. This symbol of Florence's power during its height is a must-see. Join us for an intimate museum tour, ensuring you don't miss the extraordinary artistry of Michelangelo in a small-group setting.

Price €70

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Rating 4.17 / 5 [17 ratings]

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Fast-track entrance ticket to head inside Accademia Gallery (Galleria dell’Accademia) in Florence to explore independently. Home to the original statue of ‘David’ by Renaissance genius Michelangelo, the gallery is a must-visit attraction for art lovers and sightseers alike! Here you can admire the unfinished Michelangelo sculptures such as ‘San Matteo, I Grigioni, la Palestrina Pietà, works of art of Ghirlandaio, Perugino and much more.

Price €35

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Rating 4.10 / 5 [1015 ratings]

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No visit to Florence would be complete without a true encounter with the artistic genius it is famous for. Get the lowdown on Michelangelo and the real David. Visit this top Florence art museum and enjoy a genuine Florence experience. There are so much art and history behind this captivating city. It can be overwhelming. Don’t lose some of your precious holiday time trying to get it all figured out on our own. Let us uncover its most significant works and landmarks so you can enjoy all the artistic wonders in Florence, trouble-free.

Price $44

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Rating 4.08 / 5 [538 ratings]

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Prepare for an extraordinary guided journey into the Accademia Gallery. Marvel at Michelangelo masterpieces, including the renowned "David”. This embodiment of Renaissance beauty symbolizes the invincible power of the Florentine Republic, radiating strength and bravery. But Florence's marvels go beyond imagination. A visit to the Uffizi Gallery is a must, where an awe-inspiring collection of artworks by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raffaello, and other masters awaits. Explore the esteemed halls and discover unparalleled treasures like Botticelli's breathtaking masterpieces, "Primavera" and "Birth of Venus". As your guided tour concludes, be enchanted by the Uffizi Terrace's privileged viewpoint, offering a panoramic vista of Florence's iconic monuments. Allow yourself to be captivated and if you desire, extend your stay, cherishing every moment in the museum's embrace. Enhance your experience by opting for a delightful lunch at a traditional restaurant.

Price €112

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Rating 4.07 / 5 [1953 ratings]

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See some of Florence's art treasures during this 7-hour walking tour that starts with a guided walking tour of the city historic center of Florence, followed by a visit of the Accademia Gallery. Then end with a guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery in the afternoon. You'll have free time in the middle for lunch. Join our semi-private guided tour.

Price €265

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Rating 4.04 / 5 [21 ratings]

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