Accademia & Michelangelo's David Express Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
Short on time but eager to see Michelangelo’s most famous works? This express tour makes it simple. Skip the line into the Accademia Gallery with your guide to see the Prisoners, sculptures that look like they’re breaking free from stone, and learn how Michelangelo created them. Then explore other Renaissance art before finishing with an up-close look at David. You'll be in and out in an hour, and best of all, you won't accidentally end up at one of the replica Davids scattered around Florence!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This is a small-group tour limited to 18 participants maximum
This is a walking tour, so comfortable shoes are recommended
We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages.
What To Expect
Galleria dell'Accademia
Start of your day with a guided tour of the Accademia Gallery. Bypass long queues on your way in, and marvel at Renaissance masterpieces by the great masters such as Botielli, Ghilandaio and ofcourse plenty of time at Michelangelo's David. Your knowledgeable guide will shed a light on the remarkable story behind Michelangelo's heroic victory in sculpting this masterpiece.
Options
Accademia's David and Uffizi Half-Day Skip the Line Tour
Add Uffizi Gallery to the tour: Includes timed-entry to the Accademia and Uffizi, walking tour, Duomo exterior, and expert guide, in a group of up to 15 Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Accademia & David Tour
Duration: 1 hour
What‘s Included
Group setting of maximum 18
Engaging English-Speaking Expert Guide
Marvel at Michelangelo's David
Guided Tour and Timed Entry for the Accademia Gallery
Hotel Pick Up / Drop Off
Food & Beverages
Gratuities (optional)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
165 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Knowledgeable and very informative!!
A7291BMdonb,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lucy, was a great tour guide. She was extremely knowledgeable and very informative about everything on the tour. We were very pleased with her abilities and her friendliness, and the way she treated everyone in the group. She's announced standing tour guide and I would recommend her to everyone.
Efficient way to see David
skypath,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very efficient tour but with plenty of time for viewing David. Reliable and on-time guide. She provided interpretation of several works in the museum but most importantly she was able to walk us right past a giant line and right in to see David for as long as we wished.
Short tour but very...
Gina D,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Short tour but very informative. Elia was a wonderful guide. I would recommend this tour if you’re short on time and your main focus is to see David and a few other sculptures of Michelangelo.
Michaelangel's David presented by Marius
todd l,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Marius was a very knowledgeable and passionate host who gave very detailed perspective of Michaelangelo's David which enabled a very moving appreciation for this masterpiece. Would not have been as memorable without his presentation!
We had an amazing time...
Erin L,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing time with Gabriel and Fabio. As others have mentioned due to construction be prepared to walk about 15 mins to the bus but after that it’s pure relaxation and beauty. Highly recommend.
Very interesting ….good...
Christine Z,Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very interesting ….good information!! Loved the pace of the tour!! Quick entrance to see David and learned so much about the city of Florence
Must do!!
Mp6pack,Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour guide Elias was very knowledgeable and passionate about love of the Florence culture. I learned so much history. Elias was kind patient and willing to answer any question. No matter how small.
A Must-Do in Florence!
Rajeev N,Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was the highlight of our trip—skipping the line to see David was priceless, and our guide’s stories made Florence’s art and history come alive.
Great tour, very...
Derek B,Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour, very knowledgeable guide. Recommend to get in to see Statue of David quickly, just don’t plan on being inside and exploring too much on your own
Great your in Florence
colef491,Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Cosseta (I think that’s her name) was an amazing guide. She was so knowledgeable about everything and really enhanced the experience. I would definitely do more tours with her if I had the chance.
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