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Version 159 – April 18, 2025 12:29

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Cancellation notes
  • Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable.
  • Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable.
  • Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes.
  • Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
  • Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable.
  • Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable.
  • Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes.
  • Late arrivals and no-shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.

Version 158 – April 08, 2025 11:58

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Know Before You Go
  • all guests must pass through security. no weapons or large items are allowed inside., due to the religious nature of the cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. you can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering the cathedral. walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry., only small handbags are allowed inside the accademia museum. there is no bag check or storage available., please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., shoes with heels and flip-flops are prohibited inside the cathedral., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., walks and devour comply with all local government regulations. please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information., we ask all guests (including children) bring id on the day of their tour., your afterhours duomo ticket is valid for 72 hours to explore the other duomo monuments on your own: opera duomo museum, baptistery of san giovanni and crypt of santa reparata.
  • all guests must pass through security. no weapons or large items are allowed inside., due to the religious nature of the cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. you can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering the cathedral. walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry., only small handbags are allowed inside the accademia museum. there is no bag check or storage available., please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., shoes with heels and flip-flops are prohibited inside the cathedral., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., walks and devour comply with all local government regulations. please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information., we ask all guests (including children) bring id on the day of their tour.
Know Before You Book
  • due to security reasons, children under 7 years of age aren't allowed on this tour and minors under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult., due to the religious nature of the cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers., walks and devour comply with all local government regulations. please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information., we ask all guests (including children) bring id on the day of their tour., your afterhours duomo ticket is valid for 72 hours to explore the other duomo monuments on your own: opera duomo museum, baptistery of san giovanni and crypt of santa reparata.
  • due to security reasons, children under 7 years of age aren't allowed on this tour and minors under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult., due to the religious nature of the cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers., walks and devour comply with all local government regulations. please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information., we ask all guests (including children) bring id on the day of their tour.

Version 155 – April 07, 2025 08:58

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Description
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, you’ll see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance and get deeper context that will help you more fully appreciate each aspect. Visit Michelangelo’s David without the typical crowds, enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces, and climb that incomparable dome—all without waiting in line.    
  • Your tour begins close to the Accademia Gallery in central Florence, where you’ll meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer). Breezing past the long line, you’ll head straight inside. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished “Slaves” sculptures, each of which grants you incredible insight into the mind of a master.     
  • After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. Your tour includes tickets (valid for 72 hours) allowing you to visit other monuments like the Opera Duomo Museum, Baptistery of San Giovanni and Crypt of Santa Reparata on your own after the tour.
  •    
  • Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance. Once inside, your guide will unveil some of the secrets behind the architecture before leading you up to the terraces*—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public.     
  • Finally, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all.   
  • *Please note: Only the morning tour will briefly tour the Florence cathedral. The afternoon tour will enjoy a view of the cathedral's interior from above during the climb to the Duomo terraces. The order of the itinerary may vary to avoid the crowds and enhance your experience.
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, you’ll see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance and get deeper context that will help you more fully appreciate each aspect. Visit Michelangelo’s David without the typical crowds, enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces, and climb that incomparable dome—all without waiting in line.    
  • Your tour begins close to the Accademia Gallery in central Florence, where you’ll meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer). Breezing past the long line, you’ll head straight inside. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished “Slaves” sculptures, each of which grants you incredible insight into the mind of a master.     
  • After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo.  If you wish to visit on your own, your tour includes tickets (valid for 72 hours) allowing you to visit other monuments like the Opera Duomo Museum, Baptistery of San Giovanni and Crypt of Santa Reparata.
  •    
  • Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance. Once inside, your guide will unveil some of the secrets behind the architecture before leading you up to the terraces*—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public.     
  • Finally, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all.   
  • *Please note: Only the morning tour will briefly tour the Florence cathedral. The afternoon tour will enjoy a view of the cathedral's interior from above during the climb to the Duomo terraces. The order of the itinerary may vary to avoid the crowds and enhance your experience.
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Version 154 – April 07, 2025 08:54

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Description
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, you’ll see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance and get deeper context that will help you more fully appreciate each aspect. Visit Michelangelo’s David without the typical crowds, enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces, and climb that incomparable dome—all without waiting in line.    
  • Your tour begins close to the Accademia Gallery in central Florence, where you’ll meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer). Breezing past the long line, you’ll head straight inside. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished “Slaves” sculptures, each of which grants you incredible insight into the mind of a master.     
  • After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo.  If you wish to visit on your own, your tour includes tickets (valid for 72 hours) allowing you to visit other monuments like the Opera Duomo Museum, Baptistery of San Giovanni and Crypt of Santa Reparata.
  •    
  • Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance. Once inside, your guide will unveil some of the secrets behind the architecture before leading you up to the terraces*—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public.     
  • Finally, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all.   
  • *Please note: Only the morning tour will briefly tour the Florence cathedral. The afternoon tour will enjoy a view of the cathedral's interior from above during the climb to the Duomo terraces. The order of the itinerary may vary to avoid the crowds and enhance your experience.
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, you’ll see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance and get deeper context that will help you more fully appreciate each aspect. Visit Michelangelo’s David without the typical crowds, enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces, and climb that incomparable dome—all without waiting in line.    
  • Your tour begins close to the Accademia Gallery in central Florence, where you’ll meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer). Breezing past the long line, you’ll head straight inside. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished “Slaves” sculptures, each of which grants you incredible insight into the mind of a master.     
  • After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo.  If you wish to visit on your own, your North Terrace & Climbing the Cupola ticket is valid for 72 hours and allows to other monuments like the Opera Duomo Museum, Baptistery of San Giovanni and Crypt of Santa Reparata.
  •    
  • Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance. Once inside, your guide will unveil some of the secrets behind the architecture before leading you up to the terraces*—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public.     
  • Finally, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all.   
  • *Please note: Only the morning tour will briefly tour the Florence cathedral. The afternoon tour will enjoy a view of the cathedral's interior from above during the climb to the Duomo terraces. The order of the itinerary may vary to avoid the crowds and enhance your experience.

Version 153 – April 07, 2025 08:53

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Included
  • expert english-speaking guide, headsets (when needed), skip the line access to climb the dome, skip the line tickets to the accademia gallery, special access to the duomo terraces, tickets to opera duomo museum, baptistery of san giovanni & crypt of santa reparata (visit on your own - valid for 72 hours)
  • expert english-speaking guide, headsets (when needed), skip the line access to climb the dome, skip the line tickets to the accademia gallery, special access to the duomo terraces

Version 152 – April 07, 2025 08:51

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Description
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, you’ll see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance and get deeper context that will help you more fully appreciate each aspect. Visit Michelangelo’s David without the typical crowds, enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces, and climb that incomparable dome—all without waiting in line.    
  • Your tour begins close to the Accademia Gallery in central Florence, where you’ll meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer). Breezing past the long line, you’ll head straight inside. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished “Slaves” sculptures, each of which grants you incredible insight into the mind of a master.     
  • After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo.  If you wish to visit on your own, your North Terrace & Climbing the Cupola ticket is valid for 72 hours and allows to other monuments like the Opera Duomo Museum, Baptistery of San Giovanni and Crypt of Santa Reparata.
  •    
  • Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance. Once inside, your guide will unveil some of the secrets behind the architecture before leading you up to the terraces*—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public.     
  • Finally, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all.   
  • *Please note: Only the morning tour will briefly tour the Florence cathedral. The afternoon tour will enjoy a view of the cathedral's interior from above during the climb to the Duomo terraces. The order of the itinerary may vary to avoid the crowds and enhance your experience.
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, you’ll see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance and get deeper context that will help you more fully appreciate each aspect. Visit Michelangelo’s David without the typical crowds, enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces, and climb that incomparable dome—all without waiting in line.    
  • Your tour begins close to the Accademia Gallery in central Florence, where you’ll meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer). Breezing past the long line, you’ll head straight inside. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished “Slaves” sculptures, each of which grants you incredible insight into the mind of a master.     
  • After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo.     
  • Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance. Once inside, your guide will unveil some of the secrets behind the architecture before leading you up to the terraces*—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public.     
  • Finally, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all.   
  • *Please note: Only the morning tour will briefly tour the Florence cathedral. The afternoon tour will enjoy a view of the cathedral's interior from above during the climb to the Duomo terraces. The order of the itinerary may vary to avoid the crowds and enhance your experience.

Version 151 – April 07, 2025 08:50

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Short Description
  • Explore Florentine art and architecture on a tour that gets you past the typical long lines at the Accademia Gallery and the Duomo. See Michelangelo’s David in the uncrowded early morning or late afternoon hours, then get an in-depth tour of the Duomo, including the exclusive rooftop terraces, usually not accessible by the general public. With all entrance fees included and a small group of just 18 guests max for a more intimate experience, there’s no better way to see Florence’s top attractions.  
  • Explore Florentine art and architecture on a tour that gets you past the typical long lines at the Accademia Gallery and the Duomo. See Michelangelo’s David in the uncrowded early morning or late afternoon hours, then get an in-depth tour of the Duomo, including the exclusive rooftop terraces, usually not accessible by the general public. With all entrance fees included and a small group of just 18 guests max for a more intimate experience, there’s no better way to see Florence’s top attractions.  
Description
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, you’ll see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance and get deeper context that will help you more fully appreciate each aspect. Visit Michelangelo’s David without the typical crowds, enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces, and climb that incomparable dome—all without waiting in line.    
  • Your tour begins close to the Accademia Gallery in central Florence, where you’ll meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer). Breezing past the long line, you’ll head straight inside. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished “Slaves” sculptures, each of which grants you incredible insight into the mind of a master.     
  • After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo.     
  • Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance. Once inside, your guide will unveil some of the secrets behind the architecture before leading you up to the terraces*—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public.     
  • Finally, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all.   
  • *Please note: Only the morning tour will briefly tour the Florence cathedral. The afternoon tour will enjoy a view of the cathedral's interior from above during the climb to the Duomo terraces. The order of the itinerary may vary to avoid the crowds and enhance your experience.
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, you’ll see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance and get deeper context that will help you more fully appreciate each aspect. Visit Michelangelo’s David without the typical crowds, enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces, and climb that incomparable dome—all without waiting in line. 
  •  
  • Your tour begins close to the Accademia Gallery in central Florence, where you’ll meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer). Breezing past the long line, you’ll head straight inside. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished “Slaves” sculptures, each of which grants you incredible insight into the mind of a master. 
  •   
  • After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. 
  •   
  • Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance. Once inside, your guide will unveil some of the secrets behind the architecture before leading you up to the terraces*—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public. 
  •   
  • Finally, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all. 
  •  
  • *Please note: Only the morning tour will briefly tour the Florence cathedral. The afternoon tour will enjoy a view of the cathedral's interior from above during the climb to the Duomo terraces. The order of the itinerary may vary to avoid the crowds and enhance your experience.
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Version 125 – October 25, 2024 11:18

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Know Before You Go
  • all guests must pass through security. no weapons or large items are allowed inside., due to the religious nature of the cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. you can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering the cathedral. walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry., only small handbags are allowed inside the accademia museum. there is no bag check or storage available., please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., shoes with heels and flip-flops are prohibited inside the cathedral., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., walks and devour comply with all local government regulations. please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information., we ask all guests (including children) bring id on the day of their tour.
  • due to the religious nature of the cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. you can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering the cathedral., guests may be asked to go through security on this tour., if you cannot join your tour at the last minute (running late, etc), please contact us. we may be able to reschedule your tour with a small amendment fee depending on availability., minors under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult to climb the terraces., only small handbags and backpacks are allowed inside the duomo., please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows after tour commencement or departure., shoes with heels and flip-flops are prohibited inside the cathedral., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., we ask all guests (including children) to bring their id on the day of their tour.
Know Before You Book
  • due to security reasons, children under 7 years of age aren't allowed on this tour and minors under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult., due to the religious nature of the cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers., walks and devour comply with all local government regulations. please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information., we ask all guests (including children) bring id on the day of their tour.
  • children under 7 years old aren't allowed on this tour., due to conditions inside the duomo (463 steps and fairly narrow), wheelchairs, those with limited mobility, and anyone with claustrophobia cannot be accommodated on this tour., walks / devour complies with all local government regulations. please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information., we ask all guests (including children) to bring their id on the day of their tour.

Version 121 – February 21, 2024 14:17

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Version 120 – February 21, 2024 13:15

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Know Before You Go
  • due to the religious nature of the cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. you can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering the cathedral., guests may be asked to go through security on this tour., if you cannot join your tour at the last minute (running late, etc), please contact us. we may be able to reschedule your tour with a small amendment fee depending on availability., minors under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult to climb the terraces., only small handbags and backpacks are allowed inside the duomo., please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows after tour commencement or departure., shoes with heels and flip-flops are prohibited inside the cathedral., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., we ask all guests (including children) to bring their id on the day of their tour.
  • due to conditions inside the duomo (463 steps and fairly narrow), wheelchairs, those with limited mobility, and anyone with claustrophobia cannot be accommodated on this tour., due to the religious nature of the cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. you can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering the cathedral., guests may be asked to go through security on this tour., if you cannot join your tour at the last minute (running late, etc), please contact us. we may be able to reschedule your tour with a small amendment fee depending on availability., only small handbags and backpacks are allowed inside the accademia museum. there is no bag check or storage available., the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., we ask all guests (including children) bring id on the day of their tour.
Know Before You Book
  • children under 7 years old aren't allowed on this tour., due to conditions inside the duomo (463 steps and fairly narrow), wheelchairs, those with limited mobility, and anyone with claustrophobia cannot be accommodated on this tour., walks / devour complies with all local government regulations. please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information., we ask all guests (including children) to bring their id on the day of their tour.
  • due to conditions inside the duomo (463 steps and fairly narrow), wheelchairs, those with limited mobility, and anyone with claustrophobia cannot be accommodated on this tour., walks / devour complies with all local government regulations. please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.

Version 119 – February 16, 2024 22:23

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  • adult, child, infant
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Version 118 – February 16, 2024 22:23

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  • to: '14'
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  • to: '1'

Version 117 – January 24, 2024 10:08

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Cancellation notes
  • Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable.
  • Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable.
  • Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes.
  • Late arrivals and no-shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
  • Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable.
  • Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable.
  • Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes.
  • Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.

Version 116 – January 10, 2024 14:25

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Know Before You Go
  • due to conditions inside the duomo (463 steps and fairly narrow), wheelchairs, those with limited mobility, and anyone with claustrophobia cannot be accommodated on this tour., due to the religious nature of the cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. you can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering the cathedral., guests may be asked to go through security on this tour., if you cannot join your tour at the last minute (running late, etc), please contact us. we may be able to reschedule your tour with a small amendment fee depending on availability., only small handbags and backpacks are allowed inside the accademia museum. there is no bag check or storage available., the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., we ask all guests (including children) bring id on the day of their tour.
  • due to conditions inside the duomo (463 steps and fairly narrow), wheelchairs, those with limited mobility, and anyone with claustrophobia cannot be accommodated on this tour., due to the religious nature of the cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. you can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering the cathedral., guests may be asked to go through security on this tour., if you cannot join your tour at the last minute (running late, etc), please contact us. we may be able to reschedule your tour with a small amendment fee depending on availability., only small handbags and backpacks are allowed inside the accademia museum. there is no bag check or storage available., the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., walks comply with all local government regulations. you may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. please refer to italy government guidelines for the most up to date information, we ask all guests (including children) bring id on the day of their tour.

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  • due to conditions inside the duomo (463 steps and fairly narrow), wheelchairs, those with limited mobility, and anyone with claustrophobia cannot be accommodated on this tour., walks / devour complies with all local government regulations. please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
  • due to conditions inside the duomo (463 steps and fairly narrow), wheelchairs, those with limited mobility, and anyone with claustrophobia cannot be accommodated on this tour., walks comply with all local government regulations. you may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. please refer to italy government guidelines for the most up to date information

Version 114 – December 01, 2023 10:39

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  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, you’ll see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance and get deeper context that will help you more fully appreciate each aspect. Visit Michelangelo’s David without the typical crowds, enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces, and climb that incomparable dome—all without waiting in line. 
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  • Your tour begins close to the Accademia Gallery in central Florence, where you’ll meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer). Breezing past the long line, you’ll head straight inside. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished “Slaves” sculptures, each of which grants you incredible insight into the mind of a master. 
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  • After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. 
  •   
  • Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance. Once inside, your guide will unveil some of the secrets behind the architecture before leading you up to the terraces*—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public. 
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  • Finally, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all. 
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  • *Please note: Only the morning tour will briefly tour the Florence cathedral. The afternoon tour will enjoy a view of the cathedral's interior from above during the climb to the Duomo terraces. The order of the itinerary may vary to avoid the crowds and enhance your experience.
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, you’ll see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance and get deeper context that will help you more fully appreciate each aspect. Visit Michelangelo’s David without the typical crowds, enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces, and climb that incomparable dome—all without waiting in line. 
  •  
  • Your tour begins close to the Accademia Gallery in central Florence, where you’ll meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer). Breezing past the long line, you’ll head straight inside. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished “Slaves” sculptures, each of which grants you incredible insight into the mind of a master. 
  •   
  • After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. 
  •   
  • Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance. Once inside, your guide will unveil some of the secrets behind the architecture before leading you up to the terraces*—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public. 
  •   
  • Finally, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all. 
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  • *Please note: Only the morning tour will briefly tour the Florence cathedral. The afternoon tour will enjoy a view of the cathedral's interior from above during the climb to the Duomo terraces.

Version 113 – December 01, 2023 10:30

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  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, you’ll see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance and get deeper context that will help you more fully appreciate each aspect. Visit Michelangelo’s David without the typical crowds, enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces, and climb that incomparable dome—all without waiting in line. 
  •  
  • Your tour begins close to the Accademia Gallery in central Florence, where you’ll meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer). Breezing past the long line, you’ll head straight inside. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished “Slaves” sculptures, each of which grants you incredible insight into the mind of a master. 
  •   
  • After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. 
  •   
  • Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance. Once inside, your guide will unveil some of the secrets behind the architecture before leading you up to the terraces*—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public. 
  •   
  • Finally, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all. 
  •  
  • *Please note: Only the morning tour will briefly tour the Florence cathedral. The afternoon tour will enjoy a view of the cathedral's interior from above during the climb to the Duomo terraces.
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, you’ll see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance and get deeper context that will help you more fully appreciate each aspect. Visit Michelangelo’s David without the typical crowds, enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces, and climb that incomparable dome—all without waiting in line. 
  •  
  • Your tour begins close to the Accademia Gallery in central Florence, where you’ll meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer). Breezing past the long line, you’ll head straight inside. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished “Slaves” sculptures, each of which grants you incredible insight into the mind of a master. 
  •   
  • After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. 
  •   
  • Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance. Once inside, your guide will unveil some of the secrets behind the architecture before leading you up to the terraces*—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public. On the way up, this is where the afternoon tour will enjoy a view of the cathedral's interior from above.
  •   
  • Finally, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all. 
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  • *Please note: Only the morning tour will briefly tour the Florence cathedral. The afternoon tour will enjoy a view of the cathedral's interior from above during the climb to the Duomo terraces.

Version 112 – December 01, 2023 10:24

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Description
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, you’ll see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance and get deeper context that will help you more fully appreciate each aspect. Visit Michelangelo’s David without the typical crowds, enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces, and climb that incomparable dome—all without waiting in line. 
  •  
  • Your tour begins close to the Accademia Gallery in central Florence, where you’ll meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer). Breezing past the long line, you’ll head straight inside. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished “Slaves” sculptures, each of which grants you incredible insight into the mind of a master. 
  •   
  • After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. 
  •   
  • Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance. Once inside, your guide will unveil some of the secrets behind the architecture before leading you up to the terraces*—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public. On the way up, this is where the afternoon tour will enjoy a view of the cathedral's interior from above.
  •   
  • Finally, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all. 
  •  
  • *Please note: Only the morning tour will briefly tour the Florence cathedral. The afternoon tour will enjoy a view of the cathedral's interior from above during the climb to the Duomo terraces.
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, you’ll see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance and get deeper context that will help you more fully appreciate each aspect. Visit Michelangelo’s David without the typical crowds, enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces, and climb that incomparable dome—all without waiting in line. 
  •  
  • Your tour begins close to the Accademia Gallery in central Florence, where you’ll meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer). Breezing past the long line, you’ll head straight inside. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished “Slaves” sculptures, each of which grants you incredible insight into the mind of a master. 
  •   
  • After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. 
  •   
  • Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance. On the morning tour, your guide will unveil some of the secrets behind the architecture on a brief tour of the cathedral. Afterwards, your guide will lead you up to the terraces—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public. On the way up, this is where the afternoon tour will enjoy a view of the cathedral's interior from above.
  •   
  • Finally, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all. 
  •  
  • *Please note: Only the morning tour will briefly enter the Florence cathedral. The afternoon tour will enjoy a view of the cathedral's interior from above during the Duomo climb.

Version 111 – December 01, 2023 10:23

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Description
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, you’ll see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance and get deeper context that will help you more fully appreciate each aspect. Visit Michelangelo’s David without the typical crowds, enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces, and climb that incomparable dome—all without waiting in line. 
  •  
  • Your tour begins close to the Accademia Gallery in central Florence, where you’ll meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer). Breezing past the long line, you’ll head straight inside. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished “Slaves” sculptures, each of which grants you incredible insight into the mind of a master. 
  •   
  • After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. 
  •   
  • Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance. On the morning tour, your guide will unveil some of the secrets behind the architecture on a brief tour of the cathedral. Afterwards, your guide will lead you up to the terraces—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public. On the way up, this is where the afternoon tour will enjoy a view of the cathedral's interior from above.
  •   
  • Finally, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all. 
  •  
  • *Please note: Only the morning tour will briefly enter the Florence cathedral. The afternoon tour will enjoy a view of the cathedral's interior from above during the Duomo climb.
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, you’ll see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance and get deeper context that will help you more fully appreciate each aspect. Visit Michelangelo’s David without the typical crowds, enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces, and climb that incomparable dome—all without waiting in line. 
  •  
  • Your tour begins close to the Accademia Gallery in central Florence, where you’ll meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer). Breezing past the long line, you’ll head straight inside. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished “Slaves” sculptures, each of which grants you incredible insight into the mind of a master. 
  •   
  • After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. 
  •   
  • Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance. Once inside, your guide will unveil some of the secrets behind the architecture before leading you up to the terraces—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public.  
  • *Please note: Only the morning tour will briefly enter the Florence cathedral. The afternoon tour will enjoy a view of the cathedral's interior from above during the Duomo climb.
  •   
  • Finally, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all. 
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Version 110 – December 01, 2023 10:20

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Description
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, you’ll see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance and get deeper context that will help you more fully appreciate each aspect. Visit Michelangelo’s David without the typical crowds, enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces, and climb that incomparable dome—all without waiting in line. 
  •  
  • Your tour begins close to the Accademia Gallery in central Florence, where you’ll meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer). Breezing past the long line, you’ll head straight inside. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished “Slaves” sculptures, each of which grants you incredible insight into the mind of a master. 
  •   
  • After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. 
  •   
  • Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance. Once inside, your guide will unveil some of the secrets behind the architecture before leading you up to the terraces—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public.  
  • *Please note: Only the morning tour will briefly enter the Florence cathedral. The afternoon tour will enjoy a view of the cathedral's interior from above during the Duomo climb.
  •   
  • Finally, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all. 
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  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, you’ll see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance and get deeper context that will help you more fully appreciate each aspect. Visit Michelangelo’s David without the typical crowds, enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces, and climb that incomparable dome—all without waiting in line. 
  •  
  • Your tour begins close to the Accademia Gallery in central Florence, where you’ll meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer). Breezing past the long line, you’ll head straight inside. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished “Slaves” sculptures, each of which grants you incredible insight into the mind of a master. 
  •   
  • After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. 
  •   
  • Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance. Once inside, your guide will unveil some of the secrets behind the architecture before leading you up to the terraces—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public.  
  •   
  • Finally, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all. 
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Version 109 – December 01, 2023 10:20

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Description
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, you’ll see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance and get deeper context that will help you more fully appreciate each aspect. Visit Michelangelo’s David without the typical crowds, enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces, and climb that incomparable dome—all without waiting in line. 
  •  
  • Your tour begins close to the Accademia Gallery in central Florence, where you’ll meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer). Breezing past the long line, you’ll head straight inside. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished “Slaves” sculptures, each of which grants you incredible insight into the mind of a master. 
  •   
  • After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. 
  •   
  • Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance. Once inside, your guide will unveil some of the secrets behind the architecture before leading you up to the terraces—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public.  
  •   
  • Finally, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all. 
  •  
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, you’ll see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance and get deeper context that will help you more fully appreciate each aspect. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up, enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces, and climb that incomparable dome—all without waiting in line. 
  •  
  • Your morning begins close to the Accademia Gallery in central Florence, where you’ll meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer). Breezing past the long line, you’ll head straight inside. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished “Slaves” sculptures, each of which grants you incredible insight into the mind of a master. 
  •   
  • After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. 
  •   
  • Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance. Once inside, your guide will unveil some of the secrets behind the architecture before leading you up to the terraces—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public.  
  •   
  • Finally, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all. 
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Version 108 – December 01, 2023 10:19

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  • Explore Florentine art and architecture on a tour that gets you past the typical long lines at the Accademia Gallery and the Duomo. See Michelangelo’s David in the uncrowded early morning or late afternoon hours, then get an in-depth tour of the Duomo, including the exclusive rooftop terraces, usually not accessible by the general public. With all entrance fees included and a small group of just 18 guests max for a more intimate experience, there’s no better way to see Florence’s top attractions.  
  • Explore Florentine art and architecture on a tour that gets you past the typical long lines at the Accademia Gallery and the Duomo. See Michelangelo’s David in the uncrowded morning hours, then get an in-depth tour of the Duomo, including the exclusive rooftop terraces, usually not accessible by the general public. With all entrance fees included and a small group of just 18 guests max for a more intimate experience, there’s no better way to see Florence’s top attractions.  

Version 102 – January 25, 2023 11:48

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Short Description
  • Explore Florentine art and architecture on a tour that gets you past the typical long lines at the Accademia Gallery and the Duomo. See Michelangelo’s David in the uncrowded morning hours, then get an in-depth tour of the Duomo, including the exclusive rooftop terraces, usually not accessible by the general public. With all entrance fees included and a small group of just 18 guests max for a more intimate experience, there’s no better way to see Florence’s top attractions.  
  • Explore Florentine art and architecture on a tour that gets you skip-the-line access to the Accademia Gallery and the Duomo. See Michelangelo’s ‘David’ in the uncrowded, morning hours, then get an in-depth tour of the Duomo, including the Duomo Museum, the Baptistry, and the Duomo Terraces, without waiting in line. This tour includes all entrance fees and is limited to 18 people for a personalized experience.
Description
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access to two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, you’ll see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance and get deeper context that will help you more fully appreciate each aspect. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up, enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces, and climb that incomparable dome—all without waiting in line. 
  •  
  • Your morning begins close to the Accademia Gallery in central Florence, where you’ll meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer). Breezing past the long line, you’ll head straight inside. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished “Slaves” sculptures, each of which grants you incredible insight into the mind of a master. 
  •   
  • After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. 
  •   
  • Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special skip-the-line entrance. Once inside, your guide will unveil some of the secrets behind the architecture before leading you up to the terraces—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public.  
  •   
  • Finally, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all. 
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  • The best way to see Florence - a guided tour of Michelangelo's David at the Accademia and the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore Dome Climb with Exclusive Terrace access.
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • Stop at Piazza del Duomo at the Baptistery and see the set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo.
  • Continue to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. with a special skip-the-line entrance, you pass the long lings outside, as your guide unveils the inside you also visit a secret room where original statues from the cathedral's facade are stored.
  • With a climb to the top of the duomo where again, with special skip-the-(long)-line you commence your climb to the Dome, to be rewarded with the incredible views over Florence, with exclusive Terrace Access.
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery (Statue of David)
  • Florence Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)
  • Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
  • Dome Terraces
  • Dome Climb
Highlights
  • bypass the long lines at florence’s cathedral. , explore in an intimate small group of 18 people or fewer. , get vip access to the terraces of the duomo. , skip the line at the accademia gallery and see david. , take a shortcut to the top of brunelleschi’s famous dome.
  • exclusive terrace access of the florence dome, first entry skip-the-line to the accademia gallery , skip the line entry to cathedral of santa maria del fiore, small-group tour with 18 people or fewer, special access to private rooms inside the cathedral
Health items
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers

Version 99 – July 21, 2022 12:17

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  • The best way to see Florence - a guided tour of Michelangelo's David at the Accademia and the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore Dome Climb with Exclusive Terrace access.
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, meet your guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • Stop at Piazza del Duomo at the Baptistery and see the set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo.
  • Continue to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. with a special skip-the-line entrance, you pass the long lings outside, as your guide unveils the inside you also visit a secret room where original statues from the cathedral's facade are stored.
  • With a climb to the top of the duomo where again, with special skip-the-(long)-line you commence your climb to the Dome, to be rewarded with the incredible views over Florence, with exclusive Terrace Access.
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery (Statue of David)
  • Florence Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)
  • Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
  • Dome Terraces
  • Dome Climb
  • The best way to see Florence - a guided tour of Michelangelo's David at the Accademia and the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore Dome Climb with Exclusive Terrace access.
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, meet your guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • Stop at Piazza del Duomo at the Baptistery and see the set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo.
  • Continue to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. with a special skip-the-line entrance, you pass the long lings outside, as your guide unveils the inside you also visit a secret room where original statues from the cathedral's facade are stored.
  • With a climb to the top of the duomo where again, with special skip-the-(long)-line you commence your climb to the Dome, to be rewarded with the incredible views over Florence, with exclusive Terrace Access.
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery (Statue of David)
  • Florence Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)
  • Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
  • Dome Terraces
  • Dome Climb

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  • Skip-the-Line to David: Accademia Gallery Tour & Dome Climb
  • VIP David & Duomo Tour: Early Accademia Tour & Skip the Line Dome Climb with Exclusive Terrace Access

Version 97 – July 21, 2022 12:13

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Version 96 – July 21, 2022 12:13

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Description
  • The best way to see Florence - a guided tour of Michelangelo's David at the Accademia and the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore Dome Climb with Exclusive Terrace access.
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most iconic sites. With an expert local guide, see some of the greatest art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, meet your guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • Stop at Piazza del Duomo at the Baptistery and see the set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo.
  • Continue to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. with a special skip-the-line entrance, you pass the long lings outside, as your guide unveils the inside you also visit a secret room where original statues from the cathedral's facade are stored.
  • With a climb to the top of the duomo where again, with special skip-the-(long)-line you commence your climb to the Dome, to be rewarded with the incredible views over Florence, with exclusive Terrace Access.
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery (Statue of David)
  • Florence Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)
  • Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
  • Dome Terraces
  • Dome Climb
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery (Statue of David)
  • Florence Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)
  • Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
  • Dome Terraces
  • Dome Climb
Highlights
  • exclusive terrace access of the florence dome, first entry skip-the-line to the accademia gallery , skip the line entry to cathedral of santa maria del fiore, small-group tour with 18 people or fewer, special access to private rooms inside the cathedral
  • - enter the accademia before the crowds to see michelangelo’s ‘david’ in relative peace., - get rare skip the line access to climb to the top of florence duomo, potentially saving you hours of waiting in line., - walk the duomo terraces (rarely visited by the public) for incredible views over the city and of the duomo itself.
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  • 100.0

Version 95 – July 21, 2022 12:11

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Short Description
  • Explore Florentine art and architecture on a tour that gets you skip-the-line access to the Accademia Gallery and the Duomo. See Michelangelo’s ‘David’ in the uncrowded, morning hours, then get an in-depth tour of the Duomo, including the Duomo Museum, the Baptistry, and the Duomo Terraces, without waiting in line. This tour includes all entrance fees and is limited to 18 people for a personalized experience.
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. 
  • Looming overhead, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the red-capped duomo brought to life by Filippo Brunelleschi and celebrated in every iconic shot of Florence, awaits your arrival.
  • Step onto the cathedral's terraces with special entrance, and then conclude your time with a climb to the top of the duomo (optional) where again, special skip-the-(long)-line gains you access to the top of the world, ahem, Florence. It is here the incredible views over the Italian city seal your growing assumptions about how this city has long inspired the great artists of Italy.

Version 92 – July 06, 2022 15:26

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Short Description
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 18 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. 
  • Looming overhead, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the red-capped duomo brought to life by Filippo Brunelleschi and celebrated in every iconic shot of Florence, awaits your arrival.
  • Step onto the cathedral's terraces with special entrance, and then conclude your time with a climb to the top of the duomo (optional) where again, special skip-the-(long)-line gains you access to the top of the world, ahem, Florence. It is here the incredible views over the Italian city seal your growing assumptions about how this city has long inspired the great artists of Italy.
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. 
  • Looming overhead, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the red-capped duomo brought to life by Filippo Brunelleschi and celebrated in every iconic shot of Florence, awaits your arrival.
  • Step onto the cathedral's terraces with special entrance, and then conclude your time with a climb to the top of the duomo (optional) where again, special skip-the-(long)-line gains you access to the top of the world, ahem, Florence. It is here the incredible views over the Italian city seal your growing assumptions about how this city has long inspired the great artists of Italy.

Version 88 – February 18, 2022 15:21

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Short Description
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. 
  • Looming overhead, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the red-capped duomo brought to life by Filippo Brunelleschi and celebrated in every iconic shot of Florence, awaits your arrival.
  • Step onto the cathedral's terraces with special entrance, and then conclude your time with a climb to the top of the duomo (optional) where again, special skip-the-(long)-line gains you access to the top of the world, ahem, Florence. It is here the incredible views over the Italian city seal your growing assumptions about how this city has long inspired the great artists of Italy.
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. 
  • Step onto the cathedral's terraces with special entrance, and then conclude your time with a climb to the top of the duomo (optional) where again, special skip-the-(long)-line gains you access to the top of the world, ahem, Florence. It is here the incredible views over the Italian city seal your growing assumptions about how this city has long inspired the great artists of Italy.

Version 87 – February 18, 2022 15:19

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Short Description
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. 
  • Step onto the cathedral's terraces with special entrance, and then conclude your time with a climb to the top of the duomo (optional) where again, special skip-the-(long)-line gains you access to the top of the world, ahem, Florence. It is here the incredible views over the Italian city seal your growing assumptions about how this city has long inspired the great artists of Italy.
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the red-capped duomo brought to life by Filippo Brunelleschi and celebrated in every iconic shot of Florence, awaits your arrival. 
  • Step onto the cathedral's terraces with special entrance, and then conclude your time with a climb to the top of the duomo (optional) where again, special skip-the-(long)-line gains you access to the top of the world, ahem, Florence. It is here the incredible views over the Italian city seal your growing assumptions about how this city has long inspired the great artists of Italy.

Version 86 – February 14, 2022 14:15

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Booking cutoff
  • 24
  • 2
Know Before You Go
  • due to conditions inside the duomo (463 steps and fairly narrow), wheelchairs, those with limited mobility, and anyone with claustrophobia cannot be accommodated on this tour., due to the religious nature of the cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. you can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering the cathedral., guests may be asked to go through security on this tour., if you cannot join your tour at the last minute (running late, etc), please contact us. we may be able to reschedule your tour with a small amendment fee depending on availability., only small handbags and backpacks are allowed inside the accademia museum. there is no bag check or storage available., the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., walks comply with all local government regulations. you may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. please refer to italy government guidelines for the most up to date information, we ask all guests (including children) bring id on the day of their tour.
  • due to conditions inside the duomo (463 steps and fairly narrow), wheelchairs, those with limited mobility, and anyone with claustrophobia cannot be accommodated on this tour., due to the religious nature of the cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. you can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering the cathedral., from august 6th 2021, all italy sites we visit will require clients and guides alike to provide proof of vaccination or a negative covid test completed within 48 hours prior to entry. they will also require a legal form of id matching the vaccination or test results. more info on the italian government website, guests may be asked to go through security on this tour., if you cannot join your tour at the last minute (running late, etc), please contact us. we may be able to reschedule your tour with a small amendment fee depending on availability., only small handbags and backpacks are allowed inside the accademia museum. there is no bag check or storage available., the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., we ask all guests (including children) bring id on the day of their tour.
Know Before You Book
  • due to conditions inside the duomo (463 steps and fairly narrow), wheelchairs, those with limited mobility, and anyone with claustrophobia cannot be accommodated on this tour., walks comply with all local government regulations. you may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. please refer to italy government guidelines for the most up to date information
  • due to conditions inside the duomo (463 steps and fairly narrow), wheelchairs, those with limited mobility, and anyone with claustrophobia cannot be accommodated on this tour., from august 6th 2021, all italy sites we visit will require clients and guides alike to provide proof of vaccination or a negative covid test completed within 48 hours prior to entry. they will also require a legal form of id matching the vaccination or test results. more info on the italian government website
Cancellation notes
  • Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable.
  • Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable.
  • Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes.
  • Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
  • Cancellations received greater than 72 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable.
  • Cancellations received within 72 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable.
  • Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes.
  • Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
Cancellation cutoff
  • 24
  • 72

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Health items
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers

Version 84 – February 14, 2022 14:11

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Short Description
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the red-capped duomo brought to life by Filippo Brunelleschi and celebrated in every iconic shot of Florence, awaits your arrival. 
  • Step onto the cathedral's terraces with special entrance, and then conclude your time with a climb to the top of the duomo (optional) where again, special skip-the-(long)-line gains you access to the top of the world, ahem, Florence. It is here the incredible views over the Italian city seal your growing assumptions about how this city has long inspired the great artists of Italy.
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • After your visit to the Accademia explore the streets of Florence. Your walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, arguably the most famous piazza in the Florentine city where an open-air art gallery and other city highlights abound. As you walk your guide will relay stories that bring the past to life.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the red-capped duomo brought to life by Filippo Brunelleschi and celebrated in every iconic shot of Florence, awaits your arrival. 
  • Step onto the cathedral's terraces with special entrance, and then conclude your time with a climb to the top of the duomo (optional) where again, special skip-the-(long)-line gains you access to the top of the world, ahem, Florence. It is here the incredible views over the Italian city seal your growing assumptions about how this city has long inspired the great artists of Italy.
Description
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery (Statue of David)
  • Florence Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)
  • Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
  • Dome Terraces
  • Dome Climb
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery (Statue of David)
  • Florence Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)
  • Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
  • Dome Terraces
  • Dome Climb
  • Orsanmichele Church (exterior)
  • Piazza Repubblica

Version 83 – February 14, 2022 14:05

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Description
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery (Statue of David)
  • Florence Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)
  • Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
  • Dome Terraces
  • Dome Climb
  • Orsanmichele Church (exterior)
  • Piazza Repubblica
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery (Statue of David)
  • Florence Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)
  • Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
  • Dome Terraces
  • Dome Climb
  • Ponte Vecchio (exterior)
  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Orsanmichele Church (exterior)
  • Piazza Repubblica

Version 79 – October 06, 2021 15:44

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Terms and conditions
  • Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.
  • Before you travel, please read our important notes about possible disruptions & site entrance requirements.

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  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Additional Info
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Version 75 – September 21, 2021 17:15

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Additional Info
  • Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.

Version 74 – July 28, 2021 14:45

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Know Before You Go
  • due to conditions inside the duomo (463 steps and fairly narrow), wheelchairs, those with limited mobility, and anyone with claustrophobia cannot be accommodated on this tour., due to the religious nature of the cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. you can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering the cathedral., from august 6th 2021, all italy sites we visit will require clients and guides alike to provide proof of vaccination or a negative covid test completed within 48 hours prior to entry. they will also require a legal form of id matching the vaccination or test results. more info on the italian government website, guests may be asked to go through security on this tour., if you cannot join your tour at the last minute (running late, etc), please contact us. we may be able to reschedule your tour with a small amendment fee depending on availability., only small handbags and backpacks are allowed inside the accademia museum. there is no bag check or storage available., the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., we ask all guests (including children) bring id on the day of their tour.
  • due to conditions inside the duomo (463 steps and fairly narrow), wheelchairs, those with limited mobility, and anyone with claustrophobia cannot be accommodated on this tour., due to the religious nature of the cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. you can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering the cathedral., guests may be asked to go through security on this tour., if you cannot join your tour at the last minute (running late, etc), please contact us. we may be able to reschedule your tour with a small amendment fee depending on availability., only small handbags and backpacks are allowed inside the accademia museum. there is no bag check or storage available., the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., we ask all guests (including children) bring id on the day of their tour.
Know Before You Book
  • due to conditions inside the duomo (463 steps and fairly narrow), wheelchairs, those with limited mobility, and anyone with claustrophobia cannot be accommodated on this tour., from august 6th 2021, all italy sites we visit will require clients and guides alike to provide proof of vaccination or a negative covid test completed within 48 hours prior to entry. they will also require a legal form of id matching the vaccination or test results. more info on the italian government website
  • due to conditions inside the duomo (463 steps and fairly narrow), wheelchairs, those with limited mobility, and anyone with claustrophobia cannot be accommodated on this tour.

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Know Before You Go
  • due to conditions inside the duomo (463 steps and fairly narrow), wheelchairs, those with limited mobility, and anyone with claustrophobia cannot be accommodated on this tour., due to the religious nature of the cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. you can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering the cathedral., guests may be asked to go through security on this tour., if you cannot join your tour at the last minute (running late, etc), please contact us. we may be able to reschedule your tour with a small amendment fee depending on availability., only small handbags and backpacks are allowed inside the accademia museum. there is no bag check or storage available., the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., we ask all guests (including children) bring id on the day of their tour.
  • accademia gallery will strictly not allowed larger backpacks. only small backpacks and regular-size handbags are allowed (there are no storage facilities), please ensure that all members of your party have a valid id on them on the day of the visit., please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no shows after tour commencement or departure., please note that there might be security checks to enter the cathedral, please remember that the duomo (cathedral) is a holy place and attire must be appropriate for the visit. both men and women are asked to wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees. walks cannot be held responsible for denied entry due to improper dress.
Know Before You Book
  • due to conditions inside the duomo (463 steps and fairly narrow), wheelchairs, those with limited mobility, and anyone with claustrophobia cannot be accommodated on this tour.
  • there are 463 steps to the top of the florence duomo and no elevator. also, the staircase and is narrow and, in the summer, pretty hot. we don't recommend it for the elderly, people with limitations on their mobility, or anyone with claustrophobia, unfortunately we are unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs or strollers on this tour.

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Health items
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers

Version 69 – June 22, 2021 12:50

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Included
  • expert english-speaking guide, headsets (when needed), skip the line access to climb the dome, skip the line tickets to the accademia gallery, special access to the duomo terraces
  • expert english-speaking guide, headsets when needed, skip the line access to climb the dome, skip the line tickets to the accademia gallery, small groups of 15 or fewer, special access to the duomo terraces

Version 68 – June 18, 2021 12:09

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Description
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery (Statue of David)
  • Florence Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)
  • Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
  • Dome Terraces
  • Dome Climb
  • Ponte Vecchio (exterior)
  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Orsanmichele Church (exterior)
  • Piazza Repubblica
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery (Statue of David)
  • Florence Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)
  • Florence Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
  • Dome Terraces
  • Dome Climb
  • Ponte Vecchio (exterior)
  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Orsanmichele Church (exterior)
  • Piazza Repubblica

Version 67 – June 18, 2021 12:05

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Description
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery (Statue of David)
  • Florence Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)
  • Florence Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
  • Dome Terraces
  • Dome Climb
  • Ponte Vecchio (exterior)
  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Orsanmichele Church (exterior)
  • Piazza Repubblica
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery (Statue of David)
  • Florence Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)
  • Florence Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
  • Dome Terraces
  • Dome Climb
  • Ponte Vecchio (exterior)
  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Orsanmichele Church (from the outside)
  • Piazza Repubblica

Version 66 – June 18, 2021 12:04

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Description
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery (Statue of David)
  • Florence Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)
  • Florence Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
  • Dome Terraces
  • Dome Climb
  • Ponte Vecchio (exterior)
  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Orsanmichele Church (from the outside)
  • Piazza Repubblica
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery (Statue of David)
  • Florence Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)
  • Florence Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
  • Duomo Terraces
  • Dome Climb
  • Ponte Vecchio (from the outside)
  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Orsanmichele Church (from the outside)
  • Piazza Repubblica

Version 65 – June 18, 2021 12:03

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Description
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery (Statue of David)
  • Florence Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)
  • Florence Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
  • Duomo Terraces
  • Dome Climb
  • Ponte Vecchio (from the outside)
  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Orsanmichele Church (from the outside)
  • Piazza Repubblica
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery
  • Florence Duomo
  • Florence Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
  • Duomo Terraces
  • Dome Climb
  • Ponte Vecchio (from the outside)
  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Orsanmichele Church (from the outside)
  • Piazza Repubblica

Version 64 – June 18, 2021 12:02

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Short Description
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • After your visit to the Accademia explore the streets of Florence. Your walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, arguably the most famous piazza in the Florentine city where an open-air art gallery and other city highlights abound. As you walk your guide will relay stories that bring the past to life.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the red-capped duomo brought to life by Filippo Brunelleschi and celebrated in every iconic shot of Florence, awaits your arrival. 
  • Step onto the cathedral's terraces with special entrance, and then conclude your time with a climb to the top of the duomo (optional) where again, special skip-the-(long)-line gains you access to the top of the world, ahem, Florence. It is here the incredible views over the Italian city seal your growing assumptions about how this city has long inspired the great artists of Italy.
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • After your visit to the Accademia explore the streets of Florence. Your walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, arguably the most famous piazza in the Florentine city where an open-air art gallery and other city highlights abound. As you walk your guide will relay stories that bring the past to life.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the red-capped duomo brought to life by Filippo Brunelleschi and celebrated in every iconic shot of Florence, awaits your arrival. 
  • Step onto the cathedral's terraces with special entrance, and then conclude your time with a climb to the top of the duomo (optional) where again, special skip-the-(long)-line gains you access to the top of the world, ahem, Florence, for such incredible views over the Italian city it's hard to miss just how inspiring this was for many of the great artists. 

Version 63 – June 18, 2021 12:01

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Short Description
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • After your visit to the Accademia explore the streets of Florence. Your walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, arguably the most famous piazza in the Florentine city where an open-air art gallery and other city highlights abound. As you walk your guide will relay stories that bring the past to life.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the red-capped duomo brought to life by Filippo Brunelleschi and celebrated in every iconic shot of Florence, awaits your arrival. 
  • Step onto the cathedral's terraces with special entrance, and then conclude your time with a climb to the top of the duomo (optional) where again, special skip-the-(long)-line gains you access to the top of the world, ahem, Florence, for such incredible views over the Italian city it's hard to miss just how inspiring this was for many of the great artists. 
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • After your visit to the Accademia explore the streets of Florence. Your walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, arguably the most famous piazza in the Florentine city where an open-air art gallery and other city highlights abound. As you walk your guide will relay stories that bring the past to life.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the red-capped duomo brought to life by Filippo Brunelleschi and celebrated in every iconic shot of Florence, awaits your arrival. 
  • Step onto the cathedral's terraces with special entrance, and then conclude your time with a climb to the top of the duomo (optional) where again, special skip-the-(long)-line gains you access to the top of the world, ahem, Florence for views over the Italian city its hard to not see how the surrounding landscape inspired so many great artists. 

Version 62 – June 18, 2021 11:59

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Short Description
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • After your visit to the Accademia explore the streets of Florence. Your walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, arguably the most famous piazza in the Florentine city where an open-air art gallery and other city highlights abound. As you walk your guide will relay stories that bring the past to life.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the red-capped duomo brought to life by Filippo Brunelleschi and celebrated in every iconic shot of Florence, awaits your arrival. 
  • Step onto the cathedral's terraces with special entrance, and then conclude your time with a climb to the top of the duomo (optional) where again, special skip-the-(long)-line gains you access to the top of the world, ahem, Florence for views over the Italian city its hard to not see how the surrounding landscape inspired so many great artists. 
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • After your visit to the Accademia explore the streets of Florence. Your walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, arguably the most famous piazza in the Florentine city where an open-air art gallery and other city highlights abound. As you walk your guide will relay stories that bring the past to life.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the red-capped duomo brought to life by Filippo Brunelleschi and celebrated in every iconic shot of Florence, awaits your arrival. 
  • Step onto the cathedral's terraces with special entrance, and then conclude your time 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • Skip lines and go behind velvet ropes at the two most important (and busiest) attractions in Florence. This VIP experience showcases Michelangelo's *David* and the *Duomo* as you've never seen them before. 
  • You'll begin early with reserved tickets for the first entrance at the Florence Accademia, where Michelangelo's earth-shattering sculpture of *David* has been dazzling people for years. You'll learn the story of this statue from your local guide, along with fascinating tales of its tortured creator, Michelangelo Buonarroti, whose unfinished *Slaves* you'll also get to enjoy. They provide a fantastic insight into the artist's method of sculpting, which he characterized as being more like a reveal than creation. Indeed, the *Slaves* do look like they've been lurking inside the rock for centuries, just waiting for Michelangelo to release them.
  • Its now time to enjoy a tour of the streets of Florence where you will discover the fascinating history behind the Medici's and much more as your guide shows you the city highlights. 
  • Next it's on through the Piazza del Duomo and past the Florence Baptistery - where all true Florentines were once baptized. There you'll pause to gaze upon bronze doors that Michelangelo himself called the *Gates of Paradise*.
  • Take a moment before you make your way to the *Duomo* Terrace, where you'll step on the semi-secret platform that will give you an unrivaled view of the great dome of the cathedral. It's truly a moment to remember. The terrace dome broke every rule of architecture when it was built by Filippo Brunelleschi and remains today one of the largest domes in the world, more than 500 years after it was built.
  • Finally, the cherry on top of this VIP cake; you'll have the option to take a special-entrance Dome climb. While most visitors wait for hours in the long line below, you'll walk right up to the pinnacle of this titanic structure for a jaw-dropping view of Florence and the rolling hills of Tuscany beyond.  
Additional Info
  • Gratuities to guides are appreciated but never obligatory.

Version 61 – June 18, 2021 11:57

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Short Description
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • After your visit to the Accademia explore the streets of Florence. Your walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, arguably the most famous piazza in the Florentine city where an open-air art gallery and other city highlights abound. As you walk your guide will relay stories that bring the past to life.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the red-capped duomo brought to life by Filippo Brunelleschi and celebrated in every iconic shot of Florence, awaits your arrival. 
  • Step onto the cathedral's terraces with special entrance, and then conclude your time 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • Skip lines and go behind velvet ropes at the two most important (and busiest) attractions in Florence. This VIP experience showcases Michelangelo's *David* and the *Duomo* as you've never seen them before. 
  • You'll begin early with reserved tickets for the first entrance at the Florence Accademia, where Michelangelo's earth-shattering sculpture of *David* has been dazzling people for years. You'll learn the story of this statue from your local guide, along with fascinating tales of its tortured creator, Michelangelo Buonarroti, whose unfinished *Slaves* you'll also get to enjoy. They provide a fantastic insight into the artist's method of sculpting, which he characterized as being more like a reveal than creation. Indeed, the *Slaves* do look like they've been lurking inside the rock for centuries, just waiting for Michelangelo to release them.
  • Its now time to enjoy a tour of the streets of Florence where you will discover the fascinating history behind the Medici's and much more as your guide shows you the city highlights. 
  • Next it's on through the Piazza del Duomo and past the Florence Baptistery - where all true Florentines were once baptized. There you'll pause to gaze upon bronze doors that Michelangelo himself called the *Gates of Paradise*.
  • Take a moment before you make your way to the *Duomo* Terrace, where you'll step on the semi-secret platform that will give you an unrivaled view of the great dome of the cathedral. It's truly a moment to remember. The terrace dome broke every rule of architecture when it was built by Filippo Brunelleschi and remains today one of the largest domes in the world, more than 500 years after it was built.
  • Finally, the cherry on top of this VIP cake; you'll have the option to take a special-entrance Dome climb. While most visitors wait for hours in the long line below, you'll walk right up to the pinnacle of this titanic structure for a jaw-dropping view of Florence and the rolling hills of Tuscany beyond.  
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • After your visit to the Accademia explore the streets of Florence. Your walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, arguably the most famous piazza in the Florentine city where an open-air art gallery and many other city highlights abound. As you walk your guide will relay stories that bring the past to life.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the red-capped duomo brought to life by Filippo Brunelleschi and celebrated in every iconic shot of Florence, awaits your arrival. 
  • Step onto the cathedral's terraces with special entrance, and then conclude your time 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • Skip lines and go behind velvet ropes at the two most important (and busiest) attractions in Florence. This VIP experience showcases Michelangelo's *David* and the *Duomo* as you've never seen them before. 
  • You'll begin early with reserved tickets for the first entrance at the Florence Accademia, where Michelangelo's earth-shattering sculpture of *David* has been dazzling people for years. You'll learn the story of this statue from your local guide, along with fascinating tales of its tortured creator, Michelangelo Buonarroti, whose unfinished *Slaves* you'll also get to enjoy. They provide a fantastic insight into the artist's method of sculpting, which he characterized as being more like a reveal than creation. Indeed, the *Slaves* do look like they've been lurking inside the rock for centuries, just waiting for Michelangelo to release them.
  • Its now time to enjoy a tour of the streets of Florence where you will discover the fascinating history behind the Medici's and much more as your guide shows you the city highlights. 
  • Next it's on through the Piazza del Duomo and past the Florence Baptistery - where all true Florentines were once baptized. There you'll pause to gaze upon bronze doors that Michelangelo himself called the *Gates of Paradise*.
  • Take a moment before you make your way to the *Duomo* Terrace, where you'll step on the semi-secret platform that will give you an unrivaled view of the great dome of the cathedral. It's truly a moment to remember. The terrace dome broke every rule of architecture when it was built by Filippo Brunelleschi and remains today one of the largest domes in the world, more than 500 years after it was built.
  • Finally, the cherry on top of this VIP cake; you'll have the option to take a special-entrance Dome climb. While most visitors wait for hours in the long line below, you'll walk right up to the pinnacle of this titanic structure for a jaw-dropping view of Florence and the rolling hills of Tuscany beyond.  

Version 60 – June 18, 2021 11:56

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Short Description
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • After your visit to the Accademia explore the streets of Florence. Your walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, arguably the most famous piazza in the Florentine city where an open-air art gallery and many other city highlights abound. As you walk your guide will relay stories that bring the past to life.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the red-capped duomo brought to life by Filippo Brunelleschi and celebrated in every iconic shot of Florence, awaits your arrival. 
  • Step onto the cathedral's terraces with special entrance, and then conclude your time 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • Skip lines and go behind velvet ropes at the two most important (and busiest) attractions in Florence. This VIP experience showcases Michelangelo's *David* and the *Duomo* as you've never seen them before. 
  • You'll begin early with reserved tickets for the first entrance at the Florence Accademia, where Michelangelo's earth-shattering sculpture of *David* has been dazzling people for years. You'll learn the story of this statue from your local guide, along with fascinating tales of its tortured creator, Michelangelo Buonarroti, whose unfinished *Slaves* you'll also get to enjoy. They provide a fantastic insight into the artist's method of sculpting, which he characterized as being more like a reveal than creation. Indeed, the *Slaves* do look like they've been lurking inside the rock for centuries, just waiting for Michelangelo to release them.
  • Its now time to enjoy a tour of the streets of Florence where you will discover the fascinating history behind the Medici's and much more as your guide shows you the city highlights. 
  • Next it's on through the Piazza del Duomo and past the Florence Baptistery - where all true Florentines were once baptized. There you'll pause to gaze upon bronze doors that Michelangelo himself called the *Gates of Paradise*.
  • Take a moment before you make your way to the *Duomo* Terrace, where you'll step on the semi-secret platform that will give you an unrivaled view of the great dome of the cathedral. It's truly a moment to remember. The terrace dome broke every rule of architecture when it was built by Filippo Brunelleschi and remains today one of the largest domes in the world, more than 500 years after it was built.
  • Finally, the cherry on top of this VIP cake; you'll have the option to take a special-entrance Dome climb. While most visitors wait for hours in the long line below, you'll walk right up to the pinnacle of this titanic structure for a jaw-dropping view of Florence and the rolling hills of Tuscany beyond.  
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • After your visit to the Accademia explore the streets of Florence. Your walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, arguably the most famous piazza in the Florentine city where an open-air art gallery and many other city highlights abound. As you walk your guide will relay stories that bring the past to life.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the red capped duomo brought to life by 
  • Duomo Square where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • Skip lines and go behind velvet ropes at the two most important (and busiest) attractions in Florence. This VIP experience showcases Michelangelo's *David* and the *Duomo* as you've never seen them before. 
  • You'll begin early with reserved tickets for the first entrance at the Florence Accademia, where Michelangelo's earth-shattering sculpture of *David* has been dazzling people for years. You'll learn the story of this statue from your local guide, along with fascinating tales of its tortured creator, Michelangelo Buonarroti, whose unfinished *Slaves* you'll also get to enjoy. They provide a fantastic insight into the artist's method of sculpting, which he characterized as being more like a reveal than creation. Indeed, the *Slaves* do look like they've been lurking inside the rock for centuries, just waiting for Michelangelo to release them.
  • Its now time to enjoy a tour of the streets of Florence where you will discover the fascinating history behind the Medici's and much more as your guide shows you the city highlights. 
  • Next it's on through the Piazza del Duomo and past the Florence Baptistery - where all true Florentines were once baptized. There you'll pause to gaze upon bronze doors that Michelangelo himself called the *Gates of Paradise*.
  • Take a moment before you make your way to the *Duomo* Terrace, where you'll step on the semi-secret platform that will give you an unrivaled view of the great dome of the cathedral. It's truly a moment to remember. The terrace dome broke every rule of architecture when it was built by Filippo Brunelleschi and remains today one of the largest domes in the world, more than 500 years after it was built.
  • Finally, the cherry on top of this VIP cake; you'll have the option to take a special-entrance Dome climb. While most visitors wait for hours in the long line below, you'll walk right up to the pinnacle of this titanic structure for a jaw-dropping view of Florence and the rolling hills of Tuscany beyond.  

Version 59 – June 18, 2021 11:54

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  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • After your visit to the Accademia explore the streets of Florence. Your walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, arguably the most famous piazza in the Florentine city where an open-air art gallery and many other city highlights abound. As you walk your guide will relay stories that bring the past to life.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the red capped duomo brought to life by 
  • Duomo Square where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • Skip lines and go behind velvet ropes at the two most important (and busiest) attractions in Florence. This VIP experience showcases Michelangelo's *David* and the *Duomo* as you've never seen them before. 
  • You'll begin early with reserved tickets for the first entrance at the Florence Accademia, where Michelangelo's earth-shattering sculpture of *David* has been dazzling people for years. You'll learn the story of this statue from your local guide, along with fascinating tales of its tortured creator, Michelangelo Buonarroti, whose unfinished *Slaves* you'll also get to enjoy. They provide a fantastic insight into the artist's method of sculpting, which he characterized as being more like a reveal than creation. Indeed, the *Slaves* do look like they've been lurking inside the rock for centuries, just waiting for Michelangelo to release them.
  • Its now time to enjoy a tour of the streets of Florence where you will discover the fascinating history behind the Medici's and much more as your guide shows you the city highlights. 
  • Next it's on through the Piazza del Duomo and past the Florence Baptistery - where all true Florentines were once baptized. There you'll pause to gaze upon bronze doors that Michelangelo himself called the *Gates of Paradise*.
  • Take a moment before you make your way to the *Duomo* Terrace, where you'll step on the semi-secret platform that will give you an unrivaled view of the great dome of the cathedral. It's truly a moment to remember. The terrace dome broke every rule of architecture when it was built by Filippo Brunelleschi and remains today one of the largest domes in the world, more than 500 years after it was built.
  • Finally, the cherry on top of this VIP cake; you'll have the option to take a special-entrance Dome climb. While most visitors wait for hours in the long line below, you'll walk right up to the pinnacle of this titanic structure for a jaw-dropping view of Florence and the rolling hills of Tuscany beyond.  
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • After your visit to the Accademia explore the streets of Florence. Your walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, arguably the most famous piazza in the Florentine city where an open-air art gallery and many other city highlights abound. As you walk your guide will relay stories that bring the past to life.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, the Cathdral of Santa Maria del Fiore 
  • Duomo Square where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • Skip lines and go behind velvet ropes at the two most important (and busiest) attractions in Florence. This VIP experience showcases Michelangelo's *David* and the *Duomo* as you've never seen them before. 
  • You'll begin early with reserved tickets for the first entrance at the Florence Accademia, where Michelangelo's earth-shattering sculpture of *David* has been dazzling people for years. You'll learn the story of this statue from your local guide, along with fascinating tales of its tortured creator, Michelangelo Buonarroti, whose unfinished *Slaves* you'll also get to enjoy. They provide a fantastic insight into the artist's method of sculpting, which he characterized as being more like a reveal than creation. Indeed, the *Slaves* do look like they've been lurking inside the rock for centuries, just waiting for Michelangelo to release them.
  • Its now time to enjoy a tour of the streets of Florence where you will discover the fascinating history behind the Medici's and much more as your guide shows you the city highlights. 
  • Next it's on through the Piazza del Duomo and past the Florence Baptistery - where all true Florentines were once baptized. There you'll pause to gaze upon bronze doors that Michelangelo himself called the *Gates of Paradise*.
  • Take a moment before you make your way to the *Duomo* Terrace, where you'll step on the semi-secret platform that will give you an unrivaled view of the great dome of the cathedral. It's truly a moment to remember. The terrace dome broke every rule of architecture when it was built by Filippo Brunelleschi and remains today one of the largest domes in the world, more than 500 years after it was built.
  • Finally, the cherry on top of this VIP cake; you'll have the option to take a special-entrance Dome climb. While most visitors wait for hours in the long line below, you'll walk right up to the pinnacle of this titanic structure for a jaw-dropping view of Florence and the rolling hills of Tuscany beyond.  

Version 58 – June 18, 2021 11:53

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Short Description
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • After your visit to the Accademia explore the streets of Florence. Your walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, arguably the most famous piazza in the Florentine city where an open-air art gallery and many other city highlights abound. As you walk your guide will relay stories that bring the past to life.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza del Duomo where a pause at the Baptistery will display a set of bronze cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. With a full introduction to the surrounding features, your time will be not only be filled with awe but also inspire both adults and children alike. Looming overhead, the Cathdral of Santa Maria del Fiore 
  • Duomo Square where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • Skip lines and go behind velvet ropes at the two most important (and busiest) attractions in Florence. This VIP experience showcases Michelangelo's *David* and the *Duomo* as you've never seen them before. 
  • You'll begin early with reserved tickets for the first entrance at the Florence Accademia, where Michelangelo's earth-shattering sculpture of *David* has been dazzling people for years. You'll learn the story of this statue from your local guide, along with fascinating tales of its tortured creator, Michelangelo Buonarroti, whose unfinished *Slaves* you'll also get to enjoy. They provide a fantastic insight into the artist's method of sculpting, which he characterized as being more like a reveal than creation. Indeed, the *Slaves* do look like they've been lurking inside the rock for centuries, just waiting for Michelangelo to release them.
  • Its now time to enjoy a tour of the streets of Florence where you will discover the fascinating history behind the Medici's and much more as your guide shows you the city highlights. 
  • Next it's on through the Piazza del Duomo and past the Florence Baptistery - where all true Florentines were once baptized. There you'll pause to gaze upon bronze doors that Michelangelo himself called the *Gates of Paradise*.
  • Take a moment before you make your way to the *Duomo* Terrace, where you'll step on the semi-secret platform that will give you an unrivaled view of the great dome of the cathedral. It's truly a moment to remember. The terrace dome broke every rule of architecture when it was built by Filippo Brunelleschi and remains today one of the largest domes in the world, more than 500 years after it was built.
  • Finally, the cherry on top of this VIP cake; you'll have the option to take a special-entrance Dome climb. While most visitors wait for hours in the long line below, you'll walk right up to the pinnacle of this titanic structure for a jaw-dropping view of Florence and the rolling hills of Tuscany beyond.  
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • After your visit to the Accademia explore the streets of Florence. Your walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, arguably the most famous piazza in the Florentine city where an open-air art gallery and many other city highlights abound. As you walk your guide will relay stories that bring the past to life.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza della Duomo where 
  • Duomo Square where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • Skip lines and go behind velvet ropes at the two most important (and busiest) attractions in Florence. This VIP experience showcases Michelangelo's *David* and the *Duomo* as you've never seen them before. 
  • You'll begin early with reserved tickets for the first entrance at the Florence Accademia, where Michelangelo's earth-shattering sculpture of *David* has been dazzling people for years. You'll learn the story of this statue from your local guide, along with fascinating tales of its tortured creator, Michelangelo Buonarroti, whose unfinished *Slaves* you'll also get to enjoy. They provide a fantastic insight into the artist's method of sculpting, which he characterized as being more like a reveal than creation. Indeed, the *Slaves* do look like they've been lurking inside the rock for centuries, just waiting for Michelangelo to release them.
  • Its now time to enjoy a tour of the streets of Florence where you will discover the fascinating history behind the Medici's and much more as your guide shows you the city highlights. 
  • Next it's on through the Piazza del Duomo and past the Florence Baptistery - where all true Florentines were once baptized. There you'll pause to gaze upon bronze doors that Michelangelo himself called the *Gates of Paradise*.
  • Take a moment before you make your way to the *Duomo* Terrace, where you'll step on the semi-secret platform that will give you an unrivaled view of the great dome of the cathedral. It's truly a moment to remember. The terrace dome broke every rule of architecture when it was built by Filippo Brunelleschi and remains today one of the largest domes in the world, more than 500 years after it was built.
  • Finally, the cherry on top of this VIP cake; you'll have the option to take a special-entrance Dome climb. While most visitors wait for hours in the long line below, you'll walk right up to the pinnacle of this titanic structure for a jaw-dropping view of Florence and the rolling hills of Tuscany beyond.  

Version 57 – June 18, 2021 11:50

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Short Description
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • After your visit to the Accademia explore the streets of Florence. Your walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, arguably the most famous piazza in the Florentine city where an open-air art gallery and many other city highlights abound. As you walk your guide will relay stories that bring the past to life.
  • Next, it’s onto Piazza della Duomo where 
  • Duomo Square where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • Skip lines and go behind velvet ropes at the two most important (and busiest) attractions in Florence. This VIP experience showcases Michelangelo's *David* and the *Duomo* as you've never seen them before. 
  • You'll begin early with reserved tickets for the first entrance at the Florence Accademia, where Michelangelo's earth-shattering sculpture of *David* has been dazzling people for years. You'll learn the story of this statue from your local guide, along with fascinating tales of its tortured creator, Michelangelo Buonarroti, whose unfinished *Slaves* you'll also get to enjoy. They provide a fantastic insight into the artist's method of sculpting, which he characterized as being more like a reveal than creation. Indeed, the *Slaves* do look like they've been lurking inside the rock for centuries, just waiting for Michelangelo to release them.
  • Its now time to enjoy a tour of the streets of Florence where you will discover the fascinating history behind the Medici's and much more as your guide shows you the city highlights. 
  • Next it's on through the Piazza del Duomo and past the Florence Baptistery - where all true Florentines were once baptized. There you'll pause to gaze upon bronze doors that Michelangelo himself called the *Gates of Paradise*.
  • Take a moment before you make your way to the *Duomo* Terrace, where you'll step on the semi-secret platform that will give you an unrivaled view of the great dome of the cathedral. It's truly a moment to remember. The terrace dome broke every rule of architecture when it was built by Filippo Brunelleschi and remains today one of the largest domes in the world, more than 500 years after it was built.
  • Finally, the cherry on top of this VIP cake; you'll have the option to take a special-entrance Dome climb. While most visitors wait for hours in the long line below, you'll walk right up to the pinnacle of this titanic structure for a jaw-dropping view of Florence and the rolling hills of Tuscany beyond.  
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • After your visit to the Accademia explore the streets of Florence. Your walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, arguably the most famous piazza in the Florentine city where an open-air art gallery and many other city highlights abound. As you walk your guide will relay stories that bring the past to life.
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • Skip lines and go behind velvet ropes at the two most important (and busiest) attractions in Florence. This VIP experience showcases Michelangelo's *David* and the *Duomo* as you've never seen them before. 
  • You'll begin early with reserved tickets for the first entrance at the Florence Accademia, where Michelangelo's earth-shattering sculpture of *David* has been dazzling people for years. You'll learn the story of this statue from your local guide, along with fascinating tales of its tortured creator, Michelangelo Buonarroti, whose unfinished *Slaves* you'll also get to enjoy. They provide a fantastic insight into the artist's method of sculpting, which he characterized as being more like a reveal than creation. Indeed, the *Slaves* do look like they've been lurking inside the rock for centuries, just waiting for Michelangelo to release them.
  • Its now time to enjoy a tour of the streets of Florence where you will discover the fascinating history behind the Medici's and much more as your guide shows you the city highlights. 
  • Next it's on through the Piazza del Duomo and past the Florence Baptistery - where all true Florentines were once baptized. There you'll pause to gaze upon bronze doors that Michelangelo himself called the *Gates of Paradise*.
  • Take a moment before you make your way to the *Duomo* Terrace, where you'll step on the semi-secret platform that will give you an unrivaled view of the great dome of the cathedral. It's truly a moment to remember. The terrace dome broke every rule of architecture when it was built by Filippo Brunelleschi and remains today one of the largest domes in the world, more than 500 years after it was built.
  • Finally, the cherry on top of this VIP cake; you'll have the option to take a special-entrance Dome climb. While most visitors wait for hours in the long line below, you'll walk right up to the pinnacle of this titanic structure for a jaw-dropping view of Florence and the rolling hills of Tuscany beyond.  

Version 56 – June 18, 2021 11:49

Current Version
Previous Version
Short Description
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local expert guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome all without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people (or fewer) outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • After your visit to the Accademia explore the streets of Florence. Your walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, arguably the most famous piazza in the Florentine city where an open-air art gallery and many other city highlights abound. As you walk your guide will relay stories that bring the past to life.
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • Skip lines and go behind velvet ropes at the two most important (and busiest) attractions in Florence. This VIP experience showcases Michelangelo's *David* and the *Duomo* as you've never seen them before. 
  • You'll begin early with reserved tickets for the first entrance at the Florence Accademia, where Michelangelo's earth-shattering sculpture of *David* has been dazzling people for years. You'll learn the story of this statue from your local guide, along with fascinating tales of its tortured creator, Michelangelo Buonarroti, whose unfinished *Slaves* you'll also get to enjoy. They provide a fantastic insight into the artist's method of sculpting, which he characterized as being more like a reveal than creation. Indeed, the *Slaves* do look like they've been lurking inside the rock for centuries, just waiting for Michelangelo to release them.
  • Its now time to enjoy a tour of the streets of Florence where you will discover the fascinating history behind the Medici's and much more as your guide shows you the city highlights. 
  • Next it's on through the Piazza del Duomo and past the Florence Baptistery - where all true Florentines were once baptized. There you'll pause to gaze upon bronze doors that Michelangelo himself called the *Gates of Paradise*.
  • Take a moment before you make your way to the *Duomo* Terrace, where you'll step on the semi-secret platform that will give you an unrivaled view of the great dome of the cathedral. It's truly a moment to remember. The terrace dome broke every rule of architecture when it was built by Filippo Brunelleschi and remains today one of the largest domes in the world, more than 500 years after it was built.
  • Finally, the cherry on top of this VIP cake; you'll have the option to take a special-entrance Dome climb. While most visitors wait for hours in the long line below, you'll walk right up to the pinnacle of this titanic structure for a jaw-dropping view of Florence and the rolling hills of Tuscany beyond.  
  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local Italian guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, head into marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • After your visit at the Accademia you'll explore the streets of Florence. Your guided walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art galelry and many other city highlights. As you walk your guide will tell you the stories that bring the city to life around you.
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • Skip lines and go behind velvet ropes at the two most important (and busiest) attractions in Florence. This VIP experience showcases Michelangelo's *David* and the *Duomo* as you've never seen them before. 
  • You'll begin early with reserved tickets for the first entrance at the Florence Accademia, where Michelangelo's earth-shattering sculpture of *David* has been dazzling people for years. You'll learn the story of this statue from your local guide, along with fascinating tales of its tortured creator, Michelangelo Buonarroti, whose unfinished *Slaves* you'll also get to enjoy. They provide a fantastic insight into the artist's method of sculpting, which he characterized as being more like a reveal than creation. Indeed, the *Slaves* do look like they've been lurking inside the rock for centuries, just waiting for Michelangelo to release them.
  • Its now time to enjoy a tour of the streets of Florence where you will discover the fascinating history behind the Medici's and much more as your guide shows you the city highlights. 
  • Next it's on through the Piazza del Duomo and past the Florence Baptistery - where all true Florentines were once baptized. There you'll pause to gaze upon bronze doors that Michelangelo himself called the *Gates of Paradise*.
  • Take a moment before you make your way to the *Duomo* Terrace, where you'll step on the semi-secret platform that will give you an unrivaled view of the great dome of the cathedral. It's truly a moment to remember. The terrace dome broke every rule of architecture when it was built by Filippo Brunelleschi and remains today one of the largest domes in the world, more than 500 years after it was built.
  • Finally, the cherry on top of this VIP cake; you'll have the option to take a special-entrance Dome climb. While most visitors wait for hours in the long line below, you'll walk right up to the pinnacle of this titanic structure for a jaw-dropping view of Florence and the rolling hills of Tuscany beyond.  

Version 55 – June 18, 2021 11:46

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  • This once-in-a-lifetime tour of David and the Duomo gets you skip-the-line access at two of Florence’s most in-demand attractions. Let a local Italian guide lead the way and revel at some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s David before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the famed Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral's terraces and climb that incomparable dome without waiting in line.
  • At your morning meeting point, greet your local expert guide and an intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia Galleria. Before the daytime crowds arrive, head into marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David as well as his unfinished sculptures known as "Slaves" granting you incredible insight into the mind of this Master artist.
  • After your visit at the Accademia you'll explore the streets of Florence. Your guided walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art galelry and many other city highlights. As you walk your guide will tell you the stories that bring the city to life around you.
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • Skip lines and go behind velvet ropes at the two most important (and busiest) attractions in Florence. This VIP experience showcases Michelangelo's *David* and the *Duomo* as you've never seen them before. 
  • You'll begin early with reserved tickets for the first entrance at the Florence Accademia, where Michelangelo's earth-shattering sculpture of *David* has been dazzling people for years. You'll learn the story of this statue from your local guide, along with fascinating tales of its tortured creator, Michelangelo Buonarroti, whose unfinished *Slaves* you'll also get to enjoy. They provide a fantastic insight into the artist's method of sculpting, which he characterized as being more like a reveal than creation. Indeed, the *Slaves* do look like they've been lurking inside the rock for centuries, just waiting for Michelangelo to release them.
  • Its now time to enjoy a tour of the streets of Florence where you will discover the fascinating history behind the Medici's and much more as your guide shows you the city highlights. 
  • Next it's on through the Piazza del Duomo and past the Florence Baptistery - where all true Florentines were once baptized. There you'll pause to gaze upon bronze doors that Michelangelo himself called the *Gates of Paradise*.
  • Take a moment before you make your way to the *Duomo* Terrace, where you'll step on the semi-secret platform that will give you an unrivaled view of the great dome of the cathedral. It's truly a moment to remember. The terrace dome broke every rule of architecture when it was built by Filippo Brunelleschi and remains today one of the largest domes in the world, more than 500 years after it was built.
  • Finally, the cherry on top of this VIP cake; you'll have the option to take a special-entrance Dome climb. While most visitors wait for hours in the long line below, you'll walk right up to the pinnacle of this titanic structure for a jaw-dropping view of Florence and the rolling hills of Tuscany beyond.  
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest in-demand attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • After your visit at the Accademia you'll explore the streets of Florence. Your guided walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art galelry and many other city highlights. As you walk your guide will tell you the stories that bring the city to life around you.
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • Skip lines and go behind velvet ropes at the two most important (and busiest) attractions in Florence. This VIP experience showcases Michelangelo's *David* and the *Duomo* as you've never seen them before. 
  • You'll begin early with reserved tickets for the first entrance at the Florence Accademia, where Michelangelo's earth-shattering sculpture of *David* has been dazzling people for years. You'll learn the story of this statue from your local guide, along with fascinating tales of its tortured creator, Michelangelo Buonarroti, whose unfinished *Slaves* you'll also get to enjoy. They provide a fantastic insight into the artist's method of sculpting, which he characterized as being more like a reveal than creation. Indeed, the *Slaves* do look like they've been lurking inside the rock for centuries, just waiting for Michelangelo to release them.
  • Its now time to enjoy a tour of the streets of Florence where you will discover the fascinating history behind the Medici's and much more as your guide shows you the city highlights. 
  • Next it's on through the Piazza del Duomo and past the Florence Baptistery - where all true Florentines were once baptized. There you'll pause to gaze upon bronze doors that Michelangelo himself called the *Gates of Paradise*.
  • Take a moment before you make your way to the *Duomo* Terrace, where you'll step on the semi-secret platform that will give you an unrivaled view of the great dome of the cathedral. It's truly a moment to remember. The terrace dome broke every rule of architecture when it was built by Filippo Brunelleschi and remains today one of the largest domes in the world, more than 500 years after it was built.
  • Finally, the cherry on top of this VIP cake; you'll have the option to take a special-entrance Dome climb. While most visitors wait for hours in the long line below, you'll walk right up to the pinnacle of this titanic structure for a jaw-dropping view of Florence and the rolling hills of Tuscany beyond.  

Version 54 – June 18, 2021 11:40

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  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest in-demand attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • After your visit at the Accademia you'll explore the streets of Florence. Your guided walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art galelry and many other city highlights. As you walk your guide will tell you the stories that bring the city to life around you.
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • Skip lines and go behind velvet ropes at the two most important (and busiest) attractions in Florence. This VIP experience showcases Michelangelo's *David* and the *Duomo* as you've never seen them before. 
  • You'll begin early with reserved tickets for the first entrance at the Florence Accademia, where Michelangelo's earth-shattering sculpture of *David* has been dazzling people for years. You'll learn the story of this statue from your local guide, along with fascinating tales of its tortured creator, Michelangelo Buonarroti, whose unfinished *Slaves* you'll also get to enjoy. They provide a fantastic insight into the artist's method of sculpting, which he characterized as being more like a reveal than creation. Indeed, the *Slaves* do look like they've been lurking inside the rock for centuries, just waiting for Michelangelo to release them.
  • Its now time to enjoy a tour of the streets of Florence where you will discover the fascinating history behind the Medici's and much more as your guide shows you the city highlights. 
  • Next it's on through the Piazza del Duomo and past the Florence Baptistery - where all true Florentines were once baptized. There you'll pause to gaze upon bronze doors that Michelangelo himself called the *Gates of Paradise*.
  • Take a moment before you make your way to the *Duomo* Terrace, where you'll step on the semi-secret platform that will give you an unrivaled view of the great dome of the cathedral. It's truly a moment to remember. The terrace dome broke every rule of architecture when it was built by Filippo Brunelleschi and remains today one of the largest domes in the world, more than 500 years after it was built.
  • Finally, the cherry on top of this VIP cake; you'll have the option to take a special-entrance Dome climb. While most visitors wait for hours in the long line below, you'll walk right up to the pinnacle of this titanic structure for a jaw-dropping view of Florence and the rolling hills of Tuscany beyond.  
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • After your visit at the Accademia you'll explore the streets of Florence. Your guided walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art galelry and many other city highlights. As you walk your guide will tell you the stories that bring the city to life around you.
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • Skip lines and go behind velvet ropes at the two most important (and busiest) attractions in Florence. This VIP experience showcases Michelangelo's *David* and the *Duomo* as you've never seen them before. 
  • You'll begin early with reserved tickets for the first entrance at the Florence Accademia, where Michelangelo's earth-shattering sculpture of *David* has been dazzling people for years. You'll learn the story of this statue from your local guide, along with fascinating tales of its tortured creator, Michelangelo Buonarroti, whose unfinished *Slaves* you'll also get to enjoy. They provide a fantastic insight into the artist's method of sculpting, which he characterized as being more like a reveal than creation. Indeed, the *Slaves* do look like they've been lurking inside the rock for centuries, just waiting for Michelangelo to release them.
  • Its now time to enjoy a tour of the streets of Florence where you will discover the fascinating history behind the Medici's and much more as your guide shows you the city highlights. 
  • Next it's on through the Piazza del Duomo and past the Florence Baptistery - where all true Florentines were once baptized. There you'll pause to gaze upon bronze doors that Michelangelo himself called the *Gates of Paradise*.
  • Take a moment before you make your way to the *Duomo* Terrace, where you'll step on the semi-secret platform that will give you an unrivaled view of the great dome of the cathedral. It's truly a moment to remember. The terrace dome broke every rule of architecture when it was built by Filippo Brunelleschi and remains today one of the largest domes in the world, more than 500 years after it was built.
  • Finally, the cherry on top of this VIP cake; you'll have the option to take a special-entrance Dome climb. While most visitors wait for hours in the long line below, you'll walk right up to the pinnacle of this titanic structure for a jaw-dropping view of Florence and the rolling hills of Tuscany beyond.  

Version 53 – June 18, 2021 11:39

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Short Description
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • After your visit at the Accademia you'll explore the streets of Florence. Your guided walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art galelry and many other city highlights. As you walk your guide will tell you the stories that bring the city to life around you.
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • Skip lines and go behind velvet ropes at the two most important (and busiest) attractions in Florence. This VIP experience showcases Michelangelo's *David* and the *Duomo* as you've never seen them before. 
  • You'll begin early with reserved tickets for the first entrance at the Florence Accademia, where Michelangelo's earth-shattering sculpture of *David* has been dazzling people for years. You'll learn the story of this statue from your local guide, along with fascinating tales of its tortured creator, Michelangelo Buonarroti, whose unfinished *Slaves* you'll also get to enjoy. They provide a fantastic insight into the artist's method of sculpting, which he characterized as being more like a reveal than creation. Indeed, the *Slaves* do look like they've been lurking inside the rock for centuries, just waiting for Michelangelo to release them.
  • Its now time to enjoy a tour of the streets of Florence where you will discover the fascinating history behind the Medici's and much more as your guide shows you the city highlights. 
  • Next it's on through the Piazza del Duomo and past the Florence Baptistery - where all true Florentines were once baptized. There you'll pause to gaze upon bronze doors that Michelangelo himself called the *Gates of Paradise*.
  • Take a moment before you make your way to the *Duomo* Terrace, where you'll step on the semi-secret platform that will give you an unrivaled view of the great dome of the cathedral. It's truly a moment to remember. The terrace dome broke every rule of architecture when it was built by Filippo Brunelleschi and remains today one of the largest domes in the world, more than 500 years after it was built.
  • Finally, the cherry on top of this VIP cake; you'll have the option to take a special-entrance Dome climb. While most visitors wait for hours in the long line below, you'll walk right up to the pinnacle of this titanic structure for a jaw-dropping view of Florence and the rolling hills of Tuscany beyond.  
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • After your visit at the Accademia you'll explore the streets of Florence. Your guided walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art galelry and many other city highlights. As you walk your guide will tell you the stories that bring the city to life around you.
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.

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Version 34 – March 30, 2021 14:07

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  • there are 463 steps to the top of the florence duomo and no elevator. also, the staircase and is narrow and, in the summer, pretty hot. we don't recommend it for the elderly, people with limitations on their mobility, or anyone with claustrophobia, unfortunately we are unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs or strollers on this tour.
  • unfortunately we are unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs or strollers on this tour.

Version 33 – March 30, 2021 14:07

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  • accademia gallery will strictly not allowed larger backpacks. only small backpacks and regular-size handbags are allowed (there are no storage facilities), please ensure that all members of your party have a valid id on them on the day of the visit., please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no shows after tour commencement or departure., please note that there might be security checks to enter the cathedral, please remember that the duomo (cathedral) is a holy place and attire must be appropriate for the visit. both men and women are asked to wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees. walks cannot be held responsible for denied entry due to improper dress.
  • please note that guests can only carry small handbags inside the accademia. larger backpacks and big pointy umbrellas are not allowed. please also note there is no cloakroom inside the accademia gallery. , please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no shows after tour commencement or departure., please note that there might be security checks to enter the cathedral, please remember that the duomo (cathedral) is a holy place and attire must be appropriate for the visit. both men and women are asked to wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees. walks cannot be held responsible for denied entry due to improper dress.

Version 32 – March 30, 2021 14:06

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Know Before You Go
  • please note that guests can only carry small handbags inside the accademia. larger backpacks and big pointy umbrellas are not allowed. please also note there is no cloakroom inside the accademia gallery. , please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no shows after tour commencement or departure., please note that there might be security checks to enter the cathedral, please remember that the duomo (cathedral) is a holy place and attire must be appropriate for the visit. both men and women are asked to wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees. walks cannot be held responsible for denied entry due to improper dress.
  • comfortable walking shoes recommended., in some cases, it may not be possible to enter the bapistry on your guided tour due to long security lines. at these times your guide will skip the opera del duomo museum and provide tickets to visit the museum on your own ( they are valid for 3 days)., note: we advise our clients that the cathedral of florence is subject to closure during special celebrations/festivities, including the easter ceremonies. if this occurs during your visit, we will run an alternative itinerary that includes an explanation of the cathedral from the outside and extra highlights of the city center. we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. , please note that guests can only carry small handbags inside the accademia. larger backpacks and big pointy umbrellas are not allowed. please also note there is no cloakroom inside the accademia gallery. , please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no shows after tour commencement or departure., please remember that the duomo (cathedral) is a holy place and attire must be appropriate for the visit. both men and women are asked to wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees. walks cannot be held responsible for denied entry due to improper dress.
Know Before You Book
  • unfortunately we are unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs or strollers on this tour.
  • in some cases, it may not be possible to enter the bapistry on your guided tour due to long security lines. at these times your guide will skip the opera del duomo museum and provide tickets to visit the museum on your own ( they are valid for 3 days)., unfortunately we are unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs or strollers on this tour.

Version 31 – March 30, 2021 14:03

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Health items
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers

Version 30 – March 30, 2021 14:00

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Included
  • expert english-speaking guide, headsets when needed, skip the line access to climb the dome, skip the line tickets to the accademia gallery, small groups of 15 or fewer, special access to the duomo terraces
  • expert english-speaking guide, skip the line access to climb the dome, skip the line tickets to the accademia gallery, small groups o, special access to the duomo terraces
Health items
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers

Version 29 – March 30, 2021 13:59

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Included
  • expert english-speaking guide, skip the line access to climb the dome, skip the line tickets to the accademia gallery, small groups o, special access to the duomo terraces
  • expert english-speaking guide, skip the line access to climb the dome, skip the line tickets to the accademia gallery, skip the line tickets to the baptistery and access to florence duomo museum, special access inside the duomo

Version 28 – March 30, 2021 13:58

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Short Description
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • After your visit at the Accademia you'll explore the streets of Florence. Your guided walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art galelry and many other city highlights. As you walk your guide will tell you the stories that bring the city to life around you.
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • After your visit at the Accademia you'll explore the streets of Florence. Your guided walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art galelry and many other city highlights. Discover these as you guide tells you the story behind them and the families who
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
Description
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery
  • Florence Duomo
  • Florence Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
  • Duomo Terraces
  • Dome Climb
  • Ponte Vecchio (from the outside)
  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Orsanmichele Church (from the outside)
  • Piazza Repubblica
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery
  • Florence Duomo
  • Florence Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
  • Duomo Terraces
  • Dome Climb

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Short Description
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • After your visit at the Accademia you'll explore the streets of Florence. Your guided walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art galelry and many other city highlights. Discover these as you guide tells you the story behind them and the families who
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • After your visit at the Accademia you'll explore the streets of Florence and your guide will teach you about the Medici, the family of bankers who underwrote the Renaissance. Your guided walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art galelry
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.

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Short Description
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • After your visit at the Accademia you'll explore the streets of Florence and your guide will teach you about the Medici, the family of bankers who underwrote the Renaissance. Your guided walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art galelry
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • After your visit at the Accademia you'll explore the streets of Florence. Your guided walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art galelry
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.

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Short Description
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • After your visit at the Accademia you'll explore the streets of Florence. Your guided walking tour takes you to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art galelry
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
Highlights
  • - enter the accademia before the crowds to see michelangelo’s ‘david’ in relative peace., - get rare skip the line access to climb to the top of florence duomo, potentially saving you hours of waiting in line., - walk the duomo terraces (rarely visited by the public) for incredible views over the city and of the duomo itself.
  • - enjoy special access to a hidden room inside the florence duomo, plus the freedom to roam inside the velvet ropes of the basilica., - enter the accademia before the crowds to see michelangelo’s ‘david’ in relative peace., - get rare skip the line access to climb to the top of florence duomo, potentially saving you hours of waiting in line., - visit the duomo museum & baptistery for a deeper dive into this incredible structure., - walk the duomo terraces (rarely visited by the public) for incredible views over the city and of the duomo itself.

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  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery
  • Florence Duomo
  • Florence Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
  • Duomo Terraces
  • Dome Climb
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery
  • Florence Duomo
  • Florence Baptistery 
  • Duomo Museum
  • Duomo Terraces
  • Dome Climb

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Short Description
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After learning about this magnificent Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After seeing all there is to see inside the Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.

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Short Description
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise. Your guide will give a full introduction to the square which still boasts one of the largest domes in the entire world, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly known as Florence Duomo. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After seeing all there is to see inside the Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise? 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After seeing all there is to see inside the Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.

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Short Description
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cast by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise? 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After seeing all there is to see inside the Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cas by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise?. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After seeing all there is to see inside the Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.

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Short Description
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square  where you will stop off at the Baptistery to see a set of bronze doors cas by Lorenzo Ghiberty that Michelangelo dubbed the 'Gates of Paradise?. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After seeing all there is to see inside the Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After seeing all there is to see inside the Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.

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Short Description
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Square 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After seeing all there is to see inside the Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Baptistery which is famous for its replicas of the bronze doors called the “Gates of Paradise”
  • From there your guide takes you over to the Duomo Museum to show you what the original facade of the Cathedral actually looked like. While there you’ll also see masterpieces by Michelangelo and Donatello.
  • From the museum, you’ll skip lines into the Duomo where you’ll have special access to a room filled with original statues from the cathedral’s facade. Your guide will bring the unbelievable history of the Duomo’s construction to life as you explore the building. Your special access extends to the Cathedral itself, where you’ll step over the velvet ropes to see details up close. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After seeing all there is to see inside the Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.

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Short Description
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Baptistery which is famous for its replicas of the bronze doors called the “Gates of Paradise”
  • From there your guide takes you over to the Duomo Museum to show you what the original facade of the Cathedral actually looked like. While there you’ll also see masterpieces by Michelangelo and Donatello.
  • From the museum, you’ll skip lines into the Duomo where you’ll have special access to a room filled with original statues from the cathedral’s facade. Your guide will bring the unbelievable history of the Duomo’s construction to life as you explore the building. Your special access extends to the Cathedral itself, where you’ll step over the velvet ropes to see details up close. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After seeing all there is to see inside the Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Baptistery which is famous for its replicas of the bronze doors called the “Gates of Paradise” (don’t worry, you’ll see the real ones later, in the Duomo Museum). Inside the Baptistery packed with beautiful art and fascinating stories about the Medici family who were all baptized here. 
  • From there your guide takes you over to the Duomo Museum to show you what the original facade of the Cathedral actually looked like. While there you’ll also see masterpieces by Michelangelo and Donatello.
  • From the museum, you’ll skip lines into the Duomo where you’ll have special access to a room filled with original statues from the cathedral’s facade. Your guide will bring the unbelievable history of the Duomo’s construction to life as you explore the building. Your special access extends to the Cathedral itself, where you’ll step over the velvet ropes to see details up close. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After seeing all there is to see inside the Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.

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Short Description
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral's terraces and climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Baptistery which is famous for its replicas of the bronze doors called the “Gates of Paradise” (don’t worry, you’ll see the real ones later, in the Duomo Museum). Inside the Baptistery packed with beautiful art and fascinating stories about the Medici family who were all baptized here. 
  • From there your guide takes you over to the Duomo Museum to show you what the original facade of the Cathedral actually looked like. While there you’ll also see masterpieces by Michelangelo and Donatello.
  • From the museum, you’ll skip lines into the Duomo where you’ll have special access to a room filled with original statues from the cathedral’s facade. Your guide will bring the unbelievable history of the Duomo’s construction to life as you explore the building. Your special access extends to the Cathedral itself, where you’ll step over the velvet ropes to see details up close. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After seeing all there is to see inside the Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Baptistery which is famous for its replicas of the bronze doors called the “Gates of Paradise” (don’t worry, you’ll see the real ones later, in the Duomo Museum). Inside the Baptistery packed with beautiful art and fascinating stories about the Medici family who were all baptized here. 
  • From there your guide takes you over to the Duomo Museum to show you what the original facade of the Cathedral actually looked like. While there you’ll also see masterpieces by Michelangelo and Donatello.
  • From the museum, you’ll skip lines into the Duomo where you’ll have special access to a room filled with original statues from the cathedral’s facade. Your guide will bring the unbelievable history of the Duomo’s construction to life as you explore the building. Your special access extends to the Cathedral itself, where you’ll step over the velvet ropes to see details up close. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After seeing all there is to see inside the Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.

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  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Baptistery which is famous for its replicas of the bronze doors called the “Gates of Paradise” (don’t worry, you’ll see the real ones later, in the Duomo Museum). Inside the Baptistery packed with beautiful art and fascinating stories about the Medici family who were all baptized here. 
  • From there your guide takes you over to the Duomo Museum to show you what the original facade of the Cathedral actually looked like. While there you’ll also see masterpieces by Michelangelo and Donatello.
  • From the museum, you’ll skip lines into the Duomo where you’ll have special access to a room filled with original statues from the cathedral’s facade. Your guide will bring the unbelievable history of the Duomo’s construction to life as you explore the building. Your special access extends to the Cathedral itself, where you’ll step over the velvet ropes to see details up close. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After seeing all there is to see inside the Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line and explore areas of the Duomo usually closed to the public, and dig deeper at the Duomo Museum & Baptistery.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Baptistery which is famous for its replicas of the bronze doors called the “Gates of Paradise” (don’t worry, you’ll see the real ones later, in the Duomo Museum). Inside the Baptistery packed with beautiful art and fascinating stories about the Medici family who were all baptized here. 
  • From there your guide takes you over to the Duomo Museum to show you what the original facade of the Cathedral actually looked like. While there you’ll also see masterpieces by Michelangelo and Donatello.
  • From the museum, you’ll skip lines into the Duomo where you’ll have special access to a room filled with original statues from the cathedral’s facade. Your guide will bring the unbelievable history of the Duomo’s construction to life as you explore the building. Your special access extends to the Cathedral itself, where you’ll step over the velvet ropes to see details up close. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After seeing all there is to see inside the Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.

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Cancellation notes
  • Cancellations received greater than 72 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable.
  • Cancellations received within 72 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable.
  • Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes.
  • Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
  • GROUP TOURS & ACTIVITIES-
  • Cancellations received greater than 72 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable.
  • Cancellations received within 72 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable.
  • Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes.
  • PRIVATE TOURS & ACTIVITIES-
  • Cancellations received greater than 7 days prior to tour commencement are fully refundable.
  • Cancellations received within 7 days of tour commencement are nonrefundable.
  • All amendments made to private tours may be subject to an administrative fee up to 20%.
  • LATE ARRIVALS & NO SHOWS-
  • Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
  • CHANGES TO THIS POLICY-
  • From time to time, the terms of this policy may change at the Company's discretion. In the event of such changes, the new policy will apply for all tours booked after the date and time of the policy change. For any further questions about our cancellation policy, please feel free to e-mail us at [email protected]
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Highlights
  • - enjoy special access to a hidden room inside the florence duomo, plus the freedom to roam inside the velvet ropes of the basilica., - enter the accademia before the crowds to see michelangelo’s ‘david’ in relative peace., - get rare skip the line access to climb to the top of florence duomo, potentially saving you hours of waiting in line., - visit the duomo museum & baptistery for a deeper dive into this incredible structure., - walk the duomo terraces (rarely visited by the public) for incredible views over the city and of the duomo itself.
  • enjoy special access to a hidden room inside the florence duomo, plus the freedom to roam inside the velvet ropes of the basilica., enter the accademia before the crowds to see michelangelo’s ‘david’ in relative peace., get rare skip the line access to climb to the top of florence duomo, potentially saving you hours of waiting in line., visit the duomo museum & baptistery for a deeper dive into this incredible structure., walk the duomo terraces (rarely visited by the public) for incredible views over the city and of the duomo itself.
Included
  • expert english-speaking guide, skip the line access to climb the dome, skip the line tickets to the accademia gallery, skip the line tickets to the baptistery and access to florence duomo museum, special access inside the duomo
  • expert english-speaking guide, skip the line access to climb the dome, skip the line tickets to the accademia gallery, special access inside the duomo
Additional Info
  • Gratuities to guides are appreciated but never obligatory.
  • Gratuities to guides are appreciated but never obligatory.
Know Before You Go
  • comfortable walking shoes recommended., in some cases, it may not be possible to enter the bapistry on your guided tour due to long security lines. at these times your guide will skip the opera del duomo museum and provide tickets to visit the museum on your own ( they are valid for 3 days)., note: we advise our clients that the cathedral of florence is subject to closure during special celebrations/festivities, including the easter ceremonies. if this occurs during your visit, we will run an alternative itinerary that includes an explanation of the cathedral from the outside and extra highlights of the city center. we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. , please note that guests can only carry small handbags inside the accademia. larger backpacks and big pointy umbrellas are not allowed. please also note there is no cloakroom inside the accademia gallery. , please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no shows after tour commencement or departure., please remember that the duomo (cathedral) is a holy place and attire must be appropriate for the visit. both men and women are asked to wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees. walks cannot be held responsible for denied entry due to improper dress.
  • comfortable walking shoes recommended., please note that guests can only carry small handbags inside the accademia. larger backpacks and big pointy umbrellas are not allowed. please also note there is no cloakroom inside the accademia gallery., please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no shows after tour commencement or departure., please remember that the duomo (cathedral) is a holy place and attire must be appropriate for the visit. both men and women are asked to wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees. walks cannot be held responsible for denied entry due to improper dress.
Know Before You Book
  • in some cases, it may not be possible to enter the bapistry on your guided tour due to long security lines. at these times your guide will skip the opera del duomo museum and provide tickets to visit the museum on your own ( they are valid for 3 days)., unfortunately we are unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs or strollers on this tour.
  • in some cases, it may not be possible to enter the bapistry on your guided tour due to long security lines. at these times your guide will skip the opera del duomo museum and provide tickets to visit the museum on your own ( they are valid for 3 days)., note: we advise our clients that the cathedral of florence is subject to closure during special celebrations/festivities, including the easter ceremonies. if this occurs during your visit, we will run an alternative itinerary that includes an explanation of the cathedral from the outside and extra highlights of the city center. we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. , unfortunately we are unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs or strollers on this tour.

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Short Description
  • This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line and explore areas of the Duomo usually closed to the public, and dig deeper at the Duomo Museum & Baptistery.
  • You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. 
  • Next, it’s onto the Duomo Baptistery which is famous for its replicas of the bronze doors called the “Gates of Paradise” (don’t worry, you’ll see the real ones later, in the Duomo Museum). Inside the Baptistery packed with beautiful art and fascinating stories about the Medici family who were all baptized here. 
  • From there your guide takes you over to the Duomo Museum to show you what the original facade of the Cathedral actually looked like. While there you’ll also see masterpieces by Michelangelo and Donatello.
  • From the museum, you’ll skip lines into the Duomo where you’ll have special access to a room filled with original statues from the cathedral’s facade. Your guide will bring the unbelievable history of the Duomo’s construction to life as you explore the building. Your special access extends to the Cathedral itself, where you’ll step over the velvet ropes to see details up close. 
  • We’ve saved the best for last. After seeing all there is to see inside the Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
Description
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Accademia Gallery
  • Florence Duomo
  • Florence Baptistery 
  • Duomo Museum
  • Duomo Terraces
  • Dome Climb
  • In the early morning, you’ll head to Piazza San Marco to meet your guide and head straight inside Florence’s Accademia Gallery with your skip-the-line ticket. Make your way straight to the masterpiece of Michelangelo’s David, and hear how the statue came to symbolize the Florentine Republic, before you admire the artist’s unfinished I Prigioni works.
  • Stroll onward to Florence Baptistery to learn about the Medici, the de facto rulers of Renaissance Florence—many of whom were baptized in the monument. From the baptistery, you’ll step inside the Florence Duomo museum and step back in time as you see how the original façade once looked. Head into the duomo itself, and get close-up looks at some of the sites that are roped-off to the general public.
  • Finish on a high note as you ascend to the duomo’s terraces and climb a little further, if you wish to reach the top. Your tour ends at the terraces.
Highlights
  • enjoy special access to a hidden room inside the florence duomo, plus the freedom to roam inside the velvet ropes of the basilica., enter the accademia before the crowds to see michelangelo’s ‘david’ in relative peace., get rare skip the line access to climb to the top of florence duomo, potentially saving you hours of waiting in line., visit the duomo museum & baptistery for a deeper dive into this incredible structure., walk the duomo terraces (rarely visited by the public) for incredible views over the city and of the duomo itself.
  • enjoy less waiting and more interaction with your guide on a small-group tour, go straight to michelangelo’s david on a tour of the accademia gallery, make use of privileged access inside florence duomo and enjoy close-up views, use fast-entry tickets at the accademia gallery and florence duomo
Included
  • expert english-speaking guide, skip the line access to climb the dome, skip the line tickets to the accademia gallery, special access inside the duomo
  • entry/admission - duomo - cattedrale di santa maria del fiore, entry/admission - galleria dell'accademia, expert english-speaking guide, guaranteed to skip the lines, skip the line access to climb the dome, skip the line tickets to the accademia gallery, special access inside the duomo
Additional Info
  • Gratuities to guides are appreciated but never obligatory.
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs or strollers on this tour.
  • Please note that guests can only carry small handbags inside the Accademia. Larger backpacks and big pointy umbrellas are not allowed. Please also note there is no cloakroom inside the Accademia Gallery.
  • Please remember that the Duomo (Cathedral) is a holy place and attire must be appropriate for the visit. Both men and women are asked to wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees. Walks of Italy cannot be held responsible for denied entry due to improper dress.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Know Before You Go
  • comfortable walking shoes recommended., please note that guests can only carry small handbags inside the accademia. larger backpacks and big pointy umbrellas are not allowed. please also note there is no cloakroom inside the accademia gallery., please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no shows after tour commencement or departure., please remember that the duomo (cathedral) is a holy place and attire must be appropriate for the visit. both men and women are asked to wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees. walks cannot be held responsible for denied entry due to improper dress.
Know Before You Book
  • in some cases, it may not be possible to enter the bapistry on your guided tour due to long security lines. at these times your guide will skip the opera del duomo museum and provide tickets to visit the museum on your own ( they are valid for 3 days)., note: we advise our clients that the cathedral of florence is subject to closure during special celebrations/festivities, including the easter ceremonies. if this occurs during your visit, we will run an alternative itinerary that includes an explanation of the cathedral from the outside and extra highlights of the city center. we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. , unfortunately we are unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs or strollers on this tour.
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