Experience the Italian Renaissance era in Florence on this 2.5-hour exclusive tour of the museum and city, which includes a visit to the Accademia featuring Michelangelo’s David. This individual tour provides you with a personal guide to discover the rich history and mysteries of Florence and its renowned inhabitants.
Experience the Italian Renaissance era in Florence on this 2.5-hour exclusive tour of the museum and city, which includes a visit to the Accademia featuring Michelangelo’s David. This individual tour provides you with a personal guide to discover the rich history and mysteries of Florence and its renowned inhabitants.
- Galleria dell’Accademia - This tour features a visit to the Accademia, home to Michelangelo’s renowned statue, David. The guide will delve into the genius behind this monumental nude sculpture and other 16th-century masterpieces displayed in the museum.
- Piazza del Duomo - Following the Galleria dell’Accademia, the tour continues to the Piazza…
- Galleria dell’Accademia - This tour features a visit to the Accademia, home to Michelangelo’s renowned statue, David. The guide will delve into the genius behind this monumental nude sculpture and other 16th-century masterpieces displayed in the museum.
- Piazza del Duomo - Following the Galleria dell’Accademia, the tour continues to the Piazza del Duomo, situated in the heart of Florence. This square is among the most frequented spots in the city and Europe!
- Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore - Within the Piazza del Duomo, participants will learn about the Cathedral of Florence and its stunning Dome, designed by Brunelleschi in the 15th century. Although the tour does not include entry into the Dome, its captivating history will be shared while viewing it from the outside.
- Battistero di San Giovanni - The tour also includes a view of the city’s Baptistery, one of Florence’s oldest religious structures. It is famous for its three sets of bronze doors, exemplary of Renaissance art.
*Other notable sites in the Piazza del Duomo include the Loggia del Bigallo, a late Gothic structure, the Opera del Duomo Museum, housing many original artworks created for the Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, and the Arcivescoville and Canoncici’s palace, all located in the western section of the square known as Piazza San Giovanni.
- Via dei Calzaiuoli - Next, the tour proceeds along Via dei Calzaiuoli, a broad pedestrian street linking the Piazza del Duomo with the Piazza della Signoria. It is one of the city’s busiest streets, lined with stylish boutiques and upscale restaurants.
- Piazza della Repubblica - The tour then visits the Piazza della Repubblica, a public square marking ancient Florence. Redesigned in the 19th century, the tour will cover the city’s transformations during this era.
- Piazza della Signoria - Subsequently, the tour explores the Piazza della Signoria, Florence’s political square. It is adorned with numerous original statues, including Florence’s first public fountain, Neptune by Ammannati, and the remarkable Perseus by Cellini from the 16th century. A replica of David is also present, indicating where the statue originally stood before being moved to the Accademia.
- Palazzo Vecchio - The tour’s highlight is the Palazzo Vecchio, Florence’s town hall and a symbol of civic power. The original construction began in 1299 over the ruins of the Uberti Ghibelline towers and is attributed to Arnolfo di Cambio.
- Fontana del Porcellino - Near the tour’s conclusion, participants will touch the nose of the “Porcellino,” a wild boar fountain, believed to bring good luck!
- Ponte Vecchio - The tour concludes at Ponte Vecchio, the city’s main bridge and the first constructed in Florence. It is the only bridge to have survived World War II.
- Arno River - The tour concludes at Ponte Vecchio, the city’s main bridge and the first constructed in Florence. It is the only bridge to have survived World War II.

- Tour Guide Exclusively For You (Does NOT apply if you choose ‘SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE’ option)
- Guided Museum Tour
- Duration 2.5 Hours
- All Entrance Fees
- Tour Guide Exclusively For You (Does NOT apply if you choose ‘SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE’ option)
- Guided Museum Tour
- Duration 2.5 Hours
- All Entrance Fees
- Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
- Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
- Temporary exhibitions NOT included
- Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
- Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
- Temporary exhibitions NOT included
- It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
- Notes: Academia museum may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour…
- It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
- Notes: Academia museum may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour starting time. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin bag packs are allowed through security. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with ‘Skip the Line’ or ‘No Wait’ access. Some specific rooms inside the museum are subjected to a very quiet or restricted right to speak inside, in this cases your guide will provide the information about this places before entering the specific rooms where this rule applies. Some collections may vary along the year.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour. We recommend comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, umbrella in case of rain and hat during summer. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some can’t be visited from the inside.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.