Florence: Accademia Gallery & Statue of David with Uffizi Gallery

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Between entry lines and crowds, seeing Florence's treasures can be time-consuming. Our express tour is the only way to see Michelangelo’s David at the Accademia and Botticelli’s masterpieces at the Uffizi without compromising your schedule. A guided walk through Florence’s historic center connects the highlights, offering a streamlined experience without compromising on depth. Perfect for those who want to enjoy the best of Florence and still have time to continue their Tuscan adventure.

Additional Info

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Please note durations listed are based on the Full Day Itinerary.

During the Half Day Itinerary we will spend 30 minutes at the Academia Gallery and 1.5 hour at the Uffizi Gallery

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Fun, English-speaking guide

Skip-the-line entry & guided tour of Accademia Gallery

Entry to the Uffizi Gallery

Small group of maximum 15

Hotel pick up / drop off

Food and Beverages (at own expense)

Gratuities (optional)

What To Expect

Galleria dell'Accademia

Enjoy a Tour of the Academy Gallery - with Michelangelo's David Prepare to be in awe as you enter the Accademia Gallery and come face to face with one of the most famous sculptures in the world - Michelangelo's David. This awe-inspiring, 14-foot-tall marble masterpiece depicts the biblical hero David, captured in stunning detail just before his legendary battle with Goliath. As one of the city's most popular museums (second only to the Uffizi), the Accademia can attract big crowds, which can result in long lines and frustrating wait times. But don't worry - with this tour, you'll have an advantage over other visitors. Your expert guide will lead you to a special entrance, allowing you to skip the long lines and bypass the crowds. While there may be some brief delays during the busy summer months, you can rest assured that you'll be spending less time waiting and more time marveling at this incredible work of art. Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Accademia Gallery!

30 minutes • Admission Included

Piazza del Duomo

Piazza del Duomo in Florence is a remarkable square that encapsulates the beauty of Renaissance architecture, art, and history. It is a must-visit destination for travelers exploring the cultural riches of Florence.

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Full Tour Option

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes: includes a 30-minute guided tour of the Accademia Gallery & David, exterior Duomo visit, and 1.5 hr Uffizi Gallery Tour

Express Tour - Accademia ONLY

Duration: 1 hour
Accademia & David Statue ONLY: This tour takes you through the Accademia Gallery to the Michelangelo’s original David. The Uffizi Gallery is not included.

Reviews

4.58

148 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

112

Magical time in Florence Italy
Fearless572659,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Cecilia was fantastic! She was charismatic, intelligent, and shared many valuable insights. Florence is a stunning city, and her passion and love for her hometown are evident. We had an excellent experience and plan to book another activity before leaving.
Great guide
Q S,
Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Marco's perspective on the architecture, sculptures, and art was wonderful. He added insight to each piece and increased our appreciation for the artist and the time period of each item. Wonderful experience.
Great Tour of major art history pieces in Florence
Daniel H,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Guido was excellent, with a nice easygoing manner but great knowledge on the history and art for the tour. Highly recommended!
Great insight into Florence’s history
Andres M,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great guide, in depth history about Florence, the Medici’s, Leonardo, Michaelangelo. Guido and Saheera (the person in charge of waiting for everyone) made this so much betterZ
Cosetta is a gem!
VacayOhYay,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent tour of the highlights of both museums with a stop at the Duomo and Baptistry exterior. Our tour guide Cosetta was very knowledgeable and well spoken. A great small group experience!
Renaissance Art Immersion
Rajeev N,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This full-day Florence tour was absolutely enriching! The guided visits to Galleria dell'Accademia, Gallerie Degli Uffizi, and the Duomo were awe-inspiring. Walking past the Ponte Vecchio and historic sites rounded off a perfect cultural day. Highly recommend for art lovers!
Claudia is very...
Linney W,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Claudia is very knowledgeable about her city, its art and architecture, and she shares her knowledge most personably.
A day at Uffizi
Sally H,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Our tour was very in depth with descriptions of the art almost on an academic level. David’s sculpture was breathtaking.
A must do tour.
Wendy B,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The tour was amazing. The guide had so much knowledge and covered everything. We enjoyed the entire experience.
Unfortunate circumstance
Bob G,
Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00
You get to see a lot of great art but it was a bit rushed. Our guide did not show up and we went to the Accademia without a guide. We met up with the replacement after that but that may be why it was rushed. We seemed to be trying to make up for lost time.