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Discover the masterpieces of Michelangelo on a private guided tour of Florence’s Accademia Gallery, accompanied by a passionate local guide. Explore the museum’s collection and uncover the stories behind some of the artist’s most celebrated works.
The highlight of the experience is Michelangelo’s original David, one of Florence’s most iconic symbols and a masterpiece of Renaissance sculpture. Learn about its creation, history, and extraordinary artistic significance as you admire the statue up close.
Your professional guide will also introduce you to other important works by Michelangelo, including the unfinished Prigioni (Prisoners) and San Matteo.
Thanks to the private setting, the visit can be tailored to your interests, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions and discover the museum at your own pace. At the end of the guided tour, you can remain inside the Accademia and continue exploring its collection independently.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Accademia Gallery, in front of the main entrance - Your private guide will hold a sign with your name on it
Itinerary
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1Via Ricasoli
Prepare for a captivating and truly unforgettable private tour of the Accademia Gallery! Meet your history and art loving guide right outside of the museum. Your guide will be holding a sign with your name on it, so you can easily find him or her. The, follow your guide through the entrance of the Gallery. Your private guide will truly bring the masterpieces in the Accademia Gallery to life, with vivid, storytelling descriptions. Any questions you may have, your guide will be happy to answer. Your guide will be happy to cater the tour to your personal interests and at a pace that is comfortable for you! Embark on this journey through time, as you visit the Renaissance era, a source of great pride and heritage in Florence.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Galleria dell'Accademia
Upon walking in, you will be greeted by some of the most impressive works of art throughout history. Your guide will lead you through the Hall of “Prisoners.” This hall showcases a unique form of Michelangelo's art, "non-finito," or unfinished. The sculptures showcase the life of characters inside the block, as their emotions form while trapped inside the Carrara marble. As a viewer, you can examine the exact dents and small details where Michelangelo was working with his chisel and hammer. Admire Michelangelo’s artistic process, and how he incredibly worked from a simple piece of marble. If you are interested in learning more, your private guide will go into vivid detail about each of these sculptures and their stories.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
3Galleria dell'Accademia
Continue to follow your expert, private guide as you visit works of art by Renaissance masters such as Sandro Botticelli, Jacopo di Cione, and Pacino di Buonaguida. After your 2-hour private tour of the museum, feel free to revisit any works of art and stroll the gallery independently. There is no better way to discover, "the Cradle of the Renaissance" than by visiting one of the most important Renaissance galleries in the world - the Accademia Gallery!
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The departure time of this tour is subject to the Museum availability. We will do our best in order to confirm the departure time that you selected. However, if it's not possible, you will be contacted as soon as possible via e-mail or over the phone in order to agree an alternative departure time
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The departure time of this tour is subject to the Museum availability. We will do our best in order to confirm the departure time that you selected. However, if it's not possible, you will be contacted as soon as possible via e-mail or over the phone in order to agree an alternative departure time
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Accademia Gallery
- Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.
- Official Accademia Gallery admission fees: Adults (18+): €24.00, Reduced Rate (EU citizens aged 18–25): €6.00, Free Admission (0–17): €4.00.
- Any additional charges included in the tour price cover professional guiding services, on-site coordination and assistance, ticket reservation and purchase, booking management fees, and dedicated customer support
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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