Explore Florence’s art treasures with a guided tour of Uffizi and Accademia Galleries. Skip lines, see Michelangelo’s David, and uncover Renaissance secrets.
Explore Florence’s art treasures with a guided tour of Uffizi and Accademia Galleries. Skip lines, see Michelangelo’s David, and uncover Renaissance secrets.
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Uffizi - Discover the splendor of the Uffizi Gallery, a world-famous museum and the pride of Florence’s artistic legacy. It boasts an unparalleled collection that spans centuries of artistic brilliance, serving as a tribute to the Renaissance’s golden era.
Bypass the famously long lines with priority access and let a knowledgeable guide lead you…
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Uffizi - Discover the splendor of the Uffizi Gallery, a world-famous museum and the pride of Florence’s artistic legacy. It boasts an unparalleled collection that spans centuries of artistic brilliance, serving as a tribute to the Renaissance’s golden era.
Bypass the famously long lines with priority access and let a knowledgeable guide lead you through halls filled with masterpieces. Admire Botticelli’s enchanting “Birth of Venus” and “Primavera,” Leonardo da Vinci’s innovative “Annunciation,” and Caravaggio’s dramatic works that transformed painting.
The museum’s chronological arrangement guides you through art history, from Medieval panels to High Renaissance masterpieces. Explore works by Giotto, Filippo Lippi, Raphael, and numerous other masters who influenced Western art. Each room unveils new treasures, from Titian’s alluring “Venus of Urbino” to Michelangelo’s sole surviving panel painting, the magnificent “Doni Tondo.” -
Piazza della Signoria - Piazza della Signoria serves as the historic core of Florence, a breathtaking open-air museum where art, politics, and history intersect. This L-shaped square, dominated by the impressive Palazzo Vecchio with its towering structure, has been the hub of Florentine political life since the 14th century.
The piazza acts as a free open-air sculpture gallery, showcasing masterful works that have witnessed centuries of Florentine history. The Loggia dei Lanzi, a graceful arched gallery, houses Renaissance masterpieces including Cellini’s dramatic “Perseus with the Head of Medusa” and Giambologna’s “Rape of the Sabines.” At the piazza’s center, visitors can admire a replica of Michelangelo’s “David” marking the spot where the original once stood, alongside Bandinelli’s “Hercules and Cacus” and the grand “Neptune Fountain” by Ammannati. -
Piazza del Duomo - Piazza del Duomo, the spiritual center of Florence, is one of the world’s most magnificent architectural ensembles. This lively square is dominated by the awe-inspiring Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, topped by Brunelleschi’s revolutionary dome - an engineering marvel that defines Florence’s skyline.
The plaza features three architectural masterpieces: the Cathedral with its distinctive green, white, and pink marble facade; Giotto’s elegant Bell Tower rising 277 feet high; and the octagonal Baptistery of St. John, renowned for its brilliant “Gates of Paradise” bronze doors by Ghiberti. -
Galleria dell’Accademia - Accademia Gallery is a shrine to Michelangelo’s genius, home to his most renowned masterpiece - the colossal David. Originally located in Piazza della Signoria, this 17-foot marble marvel has captivated visitors since its completion in 1504. The statue, carved from a single block of marble, portrays the biblical hero David in the moment before his battle with Goliath, capturing both his physical strength and inner resolve.
Upon entering the gallery’s main corridor, you’ll encounter Michelangelo’s unfinished “Prisoners” - powerful figures seemingly striving to break free from their marble confines. These works provide unique insights into the master’s sculpting technique and creative process.
Beyond David, the museum houses other treasures including:
A remarkable collection of 15th and 16th-century paintings
The Museum of Musical Instruments, featuring rare historic pieces
Florentine Gothic paintings with their characteristic gold backgrounds
Original plaster casts by Lorenzo Bartolini
- Entrance Ticket with reservation to the Academia Gallery
- Entrance Ticket with reservation to the Uffizi Gallery
- Official Certified Guide
- Radios and headsets
- Small group tour (9 people max)
- Entrance Ticket with reservation to the Academia Gallery
- Entrance Ticket with reservation to the Uffizi Gallery
- Official Certified Guide
- Radios and headsets
- Small group tour (9 people max)
Embark on an unforgettable artistic journey through Florence’s most renowned museums. This expertly guided tour combines the two cornerstones of Renaissance art - the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries - providing an immersive experience of history’s greatest masterpieces.
✦ HIGHLIGHTS OF YOUR EXPERIENCE ✦
Bypass the legendary queues at both museums with…
Embark on an unforgettable artistic journey through Florence’s most renowned museums. This expertly guided tour combines the two cornerstones of Renaissance art - the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries - providing an immersive experience of history’s greatest masterpieces.
✦ HIGHLIGHTS OF YOUR EXPERIENCE ✦
Bypass the legendary queues at both museums with priority access
Marvel at Michelangelo’s original David, uncovering details often overlooked by visitors
Stroll through the Uffizi’s breathtaking corridors, home to the world’s finest Renaissance collection
Discover the captivating stories behind Botticelli’s “Birth of Venus” and Leonardo’s “Annunciation”.
Your journey begins in the Uffizi Gallery, where an expert guide will lead you through centuries of artistic brilliance and Renaissance masterpieces. After appreciating the treasures of the Uffizi and enjoying free time to explore Florence’s charming streets and cafes, proceed to the Accademia Gallery.
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.