Explore Florence’s soul with a guided tour of the Duomo Complex and Accademia Gallery. See Michelangelo’s David and Renaissance masterpieces up close.
Explore Florence’s soul with a guided tour of the Duomo Complex and Accademia Gallery. See Michelangelo’s David and Renaissance masterpieces up close.
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Galleria dell’Accademia - Embark on an unforgettable hour-long journey with a local expert through the Accademia Gallery’s treasures. Discover the story of Michelangelo’s David, from its creation to its lasting impact. The guide will reveal hidden details and bring this Renaissance masterpiece to life.
But David is just the start! Experience the…
- Galleria dell’Accademia - Embark on an unforgettable hour-long journey with a local expert through the Accademia Gallery’s treasures. Discover the story of Michelangelo’s David, from its creation to its lasting impact. The guide will reveal hidden details and bring this Renaissance masterpiece to life.
But David is just the start! Experience the captivating work of Giambologna and Ghirlandaio’s solemn “St. Stephen.” Uncover the intriguing story behind Michelangelo’s unfinished “Slaves” and their influence on his peers.
The tour concludes at the iconic Tribune, offering deep insights into David and Allori’s “Coronation of the Virgin Mary.” Finally, explore the Gipsoteca Bartolini, a collection of plaster casts by renowned artists.
This well-paced tour ensures you see the highlights without feeling rushed. Plus, you can revisit any favorites, like David, after the tour ends.
- Piazza del Duomo - Situated in the heart of Florence’s historic center, Piazza del Duomo is one of the world’s most visited sites and the most popular area in Florence. From the meeting point, the guide will provide insights into the history of this magnificent piece of art right before you.
- Museo dell’Opera del Duomo - The guide will lead you to the Museo dell’Opera del Duomo, dedicated to preserving the dome and other masterpieces by Michelangelo, Donatello, Lorenzo Ghiberti, Luca Della Robbia, Arnolfo di Cambio, and many others.
- Campanile di Giotto - As you stroll through the Piazza, you’ll catch glimpses of the red dome completed in 1436 by Filippo Brunelleschi, once the largest building in Medieval Europe. After an engaging explanation of this marvel, your next stop will be the Florentine Gothic architecture showpieces, Giotto’s Bell Tower, adjacent to the Basilica of Santa Maria del Fiore.
- Battistero di San Giovanni - Finally, enter through the “Gates of Paradise” to the Baptistery of Saint John, located across from the Duomo Cathedral. You will receive guidance on the technical and artistic aspects of the architecture before the tour concludes.
The tour lasts about an hour and a half, the perfect duration to see the highlights of Piazza Della Duomo.
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Cupola del Brunelleschi - Designed and built by Filippo Brunelleschi, the Cupola features narrow corridors for climbing up and down. This is because the cathedral’s builders never intended it to be open to the public.
Inside the dome, admire Giorgio Vasari’s frescoes of the Last Judgment (1572-9) up close, with an engaging explanation of the frescoes as you ascend to the top. Look down to see that Baccio D’Angelo began adding a balcony in 1507, and one of the eight sides remains unfinished, with the other seven sides still rough brick to this day!
Once at the top of the Cupola, be captivated by the panoramic view of Florence city before you.
After visiting the Cupola with your pre-reserved timed ticket, you can also explore the interior of the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, Santa Reparata, and climb Giotto’s Bell Tower at your own pace and time.
- Entrance Ticket with reservation to the Academia Gallery
- Entry ticket to the Cathedral (Duomo)
- Guided tour of St. John’s Baptistery (interior)
- Entry ticket to St. John’s Baptistery
- Entry ticket to Giotto’s Bell Tower
- Official Certified Guide
- Pre-timed reserved tickets to climb Brunelleschi’s Dome on your own
- Guided tour of Opera del Duomo…
- Entrance Ticket with reservation to the Academia Gallery
- Entry ticket to the Cathedral (Duomo)
- Guided tour of St. John’s Baptistery (interior)
- Entry ticket to St. John’s Baptistery
- Entry ticket to Giotto’s Bell Tower
- Official Certified Guide
- Pre-timed reserved tickets to climb Brunelleschi’s Dome on your own
- Guided tour of Opera del Duomo Museum
- Radio system to hear the guide
- Guided tour of the Academia Gallery
- Entry ticket to Museo dell’ Opera del Duomo
- Entry ticket to Santa Reparata
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Guided tour to Brunelleschi’s Dome (Cupola)
- Guided tour to Florence Cathedral
- Guided tour to Giotto’s Bell Tower
- Guided tour to Santa Reparata
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Guided tour to Brunelleschi’s Dome (Cupola)
- Guided tour to Florence Cathedral
- Guided tour to Giotto’s Bell Tower
- Guided tour to Santa Reparata
Explore the essence of Florence! This unique tour merges the renowned Duomo complex - including the Baptistery, Cathedral, and museum - with a guided stroll led by a local expert. Marvel at the architectural wonders in Piazza del Duomo.
Next, immerse yourself in Florence’s artistic core at the Academia Gallery. Get an up-close view of Michelangelo’s…
Explore the essence of Florence! This unique tour merges the renowned Duomo complex - including the Baptistery, Cathedral, and museum - with a guided stroll led by a local expert. Marvel at the architectural wonders in Piazza del Duomo.
Next, immerse yourself in Florence’s artistic core at the Academia Gallery. Get an up-close view of Michelangelo’s David, learn about its creation, and appreciate other Renaissance masterpieces.
- No elevators or pets allowed.
- “Skip-the-line” access for Accademia Gallery is guaranteed, even during peak season (except in the event of delays or strikes by the museum management).
- After the first validation, the ticket is valid for 72 hours: you can use it to visit locations listed on your own time (Giotto’s Bell Tower and Santa Reparata).
- Appropriate clothing for a place of worship is required: access with bare legs and shoulders, and wearing sandals, hats, or sunglasses is not permitted. You may be refused entry to the Baptistery and Cathedral if you fail to comply with the cathedral’s dress requirements.
- Suitcases, backpacks, parcels, containers, and large and medium-sized bags are not permitted inside the Dome(Cupola).
- Umbrellas, canes (when not used to assist walking), tripods for cameras, and film cameras are not permitted inside the Dome.
- Knives, scissors, and metal tools that could be dangerous for people and the exhibited works are not permitted inside the Dome.
- Please note that the guided tour does not include Brunelleschi’s Dome(Cupola). You can climb the Cupola on your own with the timed-reserved tickets, 45 minutes after the Duomo Complex guided tour ends.
- Please note that the tour requires a minimum number of two guests to run.
- Please note that if you arrive after the tour start time you will not be able to join and will not be refunded or have your tour rescheduled.
- There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet the requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- The customers choosing the Accademia Gallery tour at 09.00am, join the Duomo Complex tour at 11.15am after attending Accademia Gallery tour.
- The customers choosing the Accademia Gallery tour at 09.00am, join the Duomo Complex tour at 15.00pm after attending Accademia Gallery tour.
- The customers choosing the Duomo Complex tour at 09.45am, join the Accademia Gallery tour at 15.00pm after attending Duomo Complex tour.
- The customers choosing the Accademia Gallery tour at 10.00am, join the Duomo Complex tour at 15.00pm after attending Accademia Gallery tour.
- The recommended duration for the visit to the Brunelleschi’s Dome is approximately 45 - 60 minutes.
- The recommended duration for the visit to Giotto’s Bell Tower is approximately 45 minutes.
- The recommended duration for the visit to the Santa Reparata is approximately 30 minutes.
- Not recommended for participants physically not fit to climb steps, suffering from vertigo or claustrophobia.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.