Florence Accademia Gallery and Michelangelo David Private Tour
Overview
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2 hours
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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.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
What To Expect
Galleria dell'Accademia
Get picked up at your centrally-located Florence hotel by your guide and walk together towards the Accademia Gallery, one of the city's top museums. Bypass the long queues with skip-the-line tickets. The main draw of the Accademia is Michelangelo's 'David.' The statue dominates the museum's central gallery; this unique work of art has become the symbol of Renaissance splendor. Take the time to gaze upon this masterpiece and admire its beauty from every perspective. Michelangelo was still in his early 20s when he carved the statue from a single block of Carrara marble. It's 17 feet (5.17 meters) tall, and represents the Biblical hero, David, who slayed Goliath. It was unveiled in 1504 and soon after came to symbolize the defense of civil liberties embodied by the Florentine Republic. In addition to 'David,' the Accademia also has several unfinished Michelangelo sculptures, plus a collection that includes works by Botticelli, Paolo Uccello, Andrea del Sarto, and more. Enjoy insights about the artwork on display from your guide throughout the tour.
Options
Private Tour: Skip-the-Line Accademia Gallery and Michelangelo's David Tour
Option 1: Private guided Accademia Gallery and Michelangelo's David tour with skip the line tickets included Pickup included
What‘s Included
Blue Badge guide
Hotel walking pickup (selected hotels only in the city center):meet the tour guide at the hotel
Professional art historian guide
Private Tour
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Transportation to/from attractions
Private driver
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
20 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Statue of David and Accedemia
Daniel R,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our entire experience was AMAZING! Getting skip the line tickets was worth every penny, especially with the massive crowds in May. Our guide was very personable and extremely knowledgeable of not only the art but the history behind it as well. Would definitely recommend.
Informative and Fun
Jared G,Apr 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Bruno, our tour guide was great. Very fun and informative, he was very knowledgeable about all the art and we learned so much. Also, was helpful in answering questions. Seeing 'the David" in person was amazing. Overall, our party had a great time!
A very knowledgeable guide
Michael M,Nov 18, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Leonardo was great. He showed us the masterpieces and explained why they were historically important. Great tour.
Engaging and Informative
Kristina C,Sep 23, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Carlos was wonderful. Not only was he incredibly knowledgeable (he's a native Florentine) he was also very careful to engage every member of our group of 4. He shared fascinating historical tidbits and did so with Italian charm.
A must visit when in Florence!
Jetty A,Sep 14, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Loved the skip the line Accademia Gallery and Michelangelo’s David Tour. Impressive collection of art and sculpture of David. Enjoyed the sculpture and the musical rooms too. Liked the fact that this gallery wasn’t as busy as the Cathedral and other monuments we toured. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable too. Meeting point was easy to find and for a 8:00 meeting time, it was a safe and easy walk.
Leonardo was a knowledgable engaging professional guide
Susanna L,Mar 4, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Accomodating to our schedule. Depth of knowledge of all topics related to Renaissance Florence. Truly enjoyable.
Great tour!
KarenS L,Sep 9, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Steffania was an extremely knowledgeable guide. She did a wonder job of blending art and civic history. Very nice and warm person.
Leonardo…. Not just a famous artist.
Gregory H,Sep 21, 2021
- Review from Viator
5.00Leonardo was our guide. Do not settle for less. Request Leonardo. We were staying at the Saint Regis and Leonardo used our location as an opportunity to see other interesting sites on the way. He took us by the oldest pharmacy in the world, the oldest building in Florence, the Piazza della Republica, and the Piazza del Duomo where the Florence Cathedral. All of this on the way to give us historical content on the way to see the David. He was full of terrific information and spoke perfect English. The David was spectacular. Seeing it in person was breathtaking. It stands almost 16’. No pictures in books can give you any idea. I’m serious when I say this, a private tour with Leonardo is worth whatever the cost. Bravo Leonardo!
Awesome Tour
andersonannmarie,Jan 25, 2020
- Review from Viator
5.00I highly recommend going on this tour. Leonardo was highly knowledgeable and very personable. He took us on a great tour picking us up at our hotel. I would 100% send my friends and family on this tour.
Florence toyr
BethHornstrom,Nov 4, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Leonardo was the highlight of our visit to Florence! We were there with a group of 12 friends. We were running a bit late so he met us at the restaurant that we were having lunch at and told us to take our time and he waited outside. He proceeded to take is on a walking tour that was both informative and entertaining. No easy task! One of the couples in our group went back again for another tour with Leonardo a couple of weeks later with a different group. they said that he gave them a completely different tour that was equally interesting. Leonardo is the best!
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