Florence City Tour: Renaissance Exploration with Accademia & Michelangelo's David
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Firenze

Experience the era of the Italian Renaissance in Florence with this 2.5 hour city tour featuring key attractions like the Accademia housing Michelangelo’s David. This semi-private tour accommodates up to 8 guests, offering the opportunity to delve into Florence’s history and discover the mysteries of its most renowned residents.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Galleria dell’Accademia - This tour includes a visit to the Academia, home to one of the world’s most iconic statues, David, by Michelangelo. Your guide will discuss the artistic mastermind behind this giant nude statue and his other 16th century works on display in the museum. You’ll also wander the streets of the city center, learning about Florence’s long history as it unfolded in public squares like Piazza della Signoria and Piazza della Repubblica.

See the only bridge to survive World War II, the Ponte Vecchio while discussing the noble Medici family who put Florence on the map. Follow in the steps of artists like Leonardo da Vinci who would have marveled at the city’s stunning architecture including the imposing Duomo. Hear all about this magnificent church that towers over Florence, including the gleaming bronze Baptistery Doors. By the end, you’ll have experienced the most important sites that Florence has to offer.

What's Included
  • Maximum of 7 guests for a semi-private group experience
  • Semi-private guided tour of the museum
  • 2.5-hour immersive tour journey
  • All entrance fees included in the tour price
  • Expertise of a professional tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
  • Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
  • Tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
  • Temporary exhibitions NOT included
Additional Information
  • It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
  • A maximum of 8 people permitted per tour allowed
  • Notes: Academia museum may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour starting time. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin bag packs are allowed through security. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with ‘Skip the Line’ or ‘No Wait’ access. Some specific rooms inside the museum are subjected to a very quiet or restricted right to speak inside, in this cases your guide will provide the information about this places before entering the specific rooms where this rule applies. Some collections may vary along the year.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour. We recommend comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, umbrella in case of rain and hat during summer. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some can’t be visited from the inside.
Location
Accademia Gallery
Via Ricasoli
Meet your guide in front of reservation door at the Academia Via Ricasoli, 58/60, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
Cancellation Policy

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

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L7907znmichelles
May 30, 2024
Experience of a lifetime!! - Excellent tour!! Sabrina was such a wonderful guide!! She knew everything and even recommended where we could get great pizza and gelato! Best we have had so far!!
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Griffinr245
Jun 11, 2023
Amazing Tour - Our guide Jack was very knowledgeable about Florence’s history. He also gave great insights into the sculpting of David and the significance behind many of the city’s landmarks.
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Kshjdh
Oct 15, 2021
The David and more - Excellent tour! Our guide Viola was very knowledgeable and her love for the David and Florence was apparent. She answered all of our questions and shared lots of information about the history of Florence and life here today, including recommendations for additional sights to see and places to eat. I highly recommend this tour.
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S0metimesitravel
Oct 10, 2021
Babylon Tours brings the history and art alive! - It's our experience that a guide's insights and perspectives really enhances your understanding and enjoyment of the sights. Florence was the 3rd city that we experienced with Babylon. We participated in the Michelangelo/Academia Gallery (with Viola) and Uffizzi (with Eleonara) tours. Both guides were first rate- knowledgeable, enthusiastic, friendly and humorous. We have participated in small group and private tours with other companies in the past and Babylon is always our first choice. The pricing is very reasonable for an in depth, personalized experience of exceptional quality. Plus, the customer service is excellent. I made a mistake with the booking and Babylon corrected it easily and immediately.
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Jkpmii
Oct 2, 2019
Outstanding Tour and Exceptional Tour Guide with Annette - My wife and I were very fortunate to tour Florence and the museums with Annette today. She has an exceptional historical knowledge of the history of the city and the historical significance of the Renaissance period. Annette was great and paced our group perfectly to take in the sights and nuances of the museums in a level of detail and depth that gave us a great appreciation for this city and the Arts. I would highly recommend this tour for all that love to take in all that this area of Italy has to offer. Ask for Annette!
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