Florence: Best of Florence Private Tour with Accademia

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Highlights

Discover the masterpieces of Renaissance Florence on a private walking tour
Admire the splendor of Brunelleschi's spectacular dome at Florence Cathedral
Gaze on Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise and beautiful exterior of The Baptistery
Come face-to-face with Michelangelo’s famous David statue in the Accademia
Save time with skip-the-line entry to Accademia and learn from your own guide

Summary

Learn about the art and history of Florence on a walking tour with skip-the-line entry at Accademia. Explore sites including The Duomo, The Baptistery, and Ponte Vecchio with a private guide.

Tour info

Duration

3 hours

Pricing (From)

Adult: (18-64 years)

€325.00

Why take this tour?

Journey to the heart of Renaissance Florence, exploring galleries and piazzas on a private walking tour. Gaze at Brunelleschi’s magnificent Duomo and see Michelangelo’s David at the Accademia. Visit the elegant Piazza della Signoria and admire the beautiful views of the city from the Ponte Vecchio.

Begin your walking tour at Florence Cathedral, whose dome dominates the skyline of the city. Learn about the fascinating history of this impressive building, which has become one of the most iconic symbols of the city.

The Duomo was the work of the great architect Brunelleschi, who had to convince the skeptical overseers that he was capable of this incredible feat of engineering, which involved building one dome inside another. Built at the beginning of the 12th century, the Baptistery is one of the oldest buildings in Florence. The Baptistery is best known for its exquisite bronze doors, the “Gates of Paradise”, which are widely acknowledged as one of the most beautiful artworks in Florence. When you get up close to Michelangelo's David on your Accademia tour, you’ll be left in little doubt that the sculpture's reputation as the most famous statue in the world is fully justified. Saving time with a skip-the-line entry ticket, and enjoy your time at Accademia as your guide leads the way.

Your expert guide will tell you the story of David’s creation, giving you an even deeper appreciation of Michelangelo’s masterpiece, before showing you some lesser-known but equally beautiful works in the Accademia.

Learn about Michelangelo’s Slaves, some of the most moving artworks of the Renaissance; these unfinished sculptures depict bodies struggling to escape from their marble prisons and were originally intended to adorn the magnificent tomb of Pope Julius II in Rome's St. Peter's Basilica.

Walk through some of the most beautiful parts of the city, crossing the ancient Ponte Vecchio and strolling through Piazza della Signoria, learning how art and politics were always closely intertwined in the Renaissance city

What’s included?

All Fees and Taxes
Skip-the-lines Access
Expert, English-speaking private guide
Headsets (for groups of 6 or more)
Transportation to and from the meeting and end points
Food and beverages
Gratuities (optional)

Things to know

Before you book

As this is a walking tour with steps and uneven surfaces, comfortable walking shoes and a bottle of water are strongly recommended.
Please advise if any travelers have mobility concerns so that we can best accommodate you.

Before you go

Your guide will meet you in Piazza San Marco, in front of the Church of San Marco. They will have a Through Eternity sign or flag.
Please ensure you arrive 10 minutes early and at the right meeting point as we cannot wait for late arrivals.
If you are unable to find your guide by 10 minutes before the starting time, please call our office at +1-800-267-7581.
Upon booking, please email the ages of all children travelling with you to [email protected]
As this is a walking tour with steps and uneven surfaces, comfortable walking shoes and a bottle of water are strongly recommended. Please advise if any travelers have mobility concerns so that we can best accommodate you.
Large items cannot be brought into the Accademia and we strongly recommend you leave such items at your hotel, otherwise they will need to be left the coat check.

Cancellation Policy

15 or more days before the tour day: 90% of the cost will be refunded, minus ticket costs; Between 8 and 14 days before the tour day: 50% of the cost will be refunded, minus ticket costs; 7 days or less: no refund.

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About operator:

Through Eternity is a tour company in Italy that provides insightful guidance and commentary on historical and artistic sights, both well known and off the beaten track. The company has been providing exceptionally high quality cultural tourism since 1999. Our guides are all highly educated, fluent English-speaking professionals who bring history alive and provide deep cultural context. The company provides tours and excursions in Italy, Spain, France, Turkey, England and Greece. All Through Eternity's back-office staff are native English speakers.