Our top-rated Accademia Gallery tour gets you past the queues and center stage in front of Michelangelo's David, a 16th century masterpiece that would change art forever.
Michelangelo's David: Accademia Gallery Tour
Summary Description
Highlights
- Take in the most famous sculpture in the world — up close and in person!
- Explore other masterworks at the gallery, including paintings by Botticelli and del Sarto
- Skip the line to Michelangelo’s magnificent Statue of David
Description
In Florence, you may notice that there is a statue of David practically on every corner. The symbol of Renaissance Florence, many high quality replicas have been commissioned which decorate the piazzas and monuments of this magical city.
Prepare to get up close and personal with the real deal. The massive sculpture of David is considered to be Michelangelo’s greatest masterpiece. Your guide will tell you about the life of Michelangelo, how he became the greatest known and highest paid artist of his time at just over 20 years of age when he sculpted this iconic representation of the biblical hero David before he slays Goliath. The sculpture stands 5.17 meters tall (17 feet) and was carved from a single block of Carrara marble.
"No other artwork is equal to it in any respect, with such just proportion, beauty and excellence did Michelangelo finish it” - Giorgio Vasari
As your guide will point out at the conclusion of the visit, the Accademia Gallery is also home to many other masterpieces by Renaissance artists such as Botticelli, Paolo Uccello, Andrea del Sarto and many others you may view on your own.
Included / Excluded
- Licensed local guide
- Fully guided visit of Michelengelo’s David
- Accademia Museum skip-the-line entry
- Gratuities
- Personal extras
- Lunch
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Confirmation is not immediate. Use the booking calendar on this page to select a date and time. No payment is required until we confirm your booking or suggest an alternative (typically within 24 hours).
- Tour departs rain or shine
- Due to the route covered and/or the means of transportation used, it is not possible to participate in this tour using a wheelchair, scooter, or other aid. Please contact us to inquire about customized tour options for guests with mobility challenges
- Bring a hat and sunblock during summer months
- Meet your licensed tour guide and expert storyteller in front of the Accademia Gallery
- Wear comfortable clothes and shoes
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 48 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 48 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 48 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Terms and Conditions
Tours depart promptly at the scheduled time, while public transport throughout Italy can be unreliable. Allow plenty of time to get from your accommodation to the meeting point, or contact us to arrange for a private transfer. No refunds will be granted for failure to arrive at the meeting point on time.
Tours depart rain or shine unless otherwise specified.
During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at tourist attractions across Italy, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite Tour Operator priority access. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
View complete terms and conditions at www.italiatours.com/terms.
Additional Information
• Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least 1 adult to join a tour or an activity
• This tour runs rain or shine
Basic Information
- Duration: 1.5 hours
- Trip difficulty: Moderate
- Max Group Size: 20
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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