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3H Semi Private Guided Tour to Uffizi Gallery & Accademia Gallery

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Overview

Embark on an unforgettable artistic journey through Florence's most celebrated museums. This expertly guided tour combines the two pillars of Renaissance art - the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries - offering you an immersive experience of history's greatest masterpieces.

✦ HIGHLIGHTS OF YOUR EXPERIENCE ✦

Skip the legendary queues at both museums with priority access
Stand in awe before Michelangelo's original David, discovering details often missed by visitors

Wander through the Uffizi's stunning corridors, home to the world's finest Renaissance collection

Learn the fascinating stories behind Botticelli's "Birth of Venus" and Leonardo's "Annunciation".

Your journey begins in the Uffizi Gallery, where your expert guide will lead you through centuries of artistic genius and Renaissance masterpieces. After savoring the treasures of the Uffizi and enjoying free time to explore Florence's charming streets and cafes, continue to the Accademia Gallery.

What's Included

  • Entrance Ticket with reservation to the Academia Gallery
  • Radios and headsets
  • Small group tour (9 people max)

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Piazzale degli Uffizi
    50122 Firenze FI, Italy

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    Via Ricasoli
    50122 Firenze FI, Italy

    This 3 hour guided tour ends at Accademia Gallery

    What To Expect

    Uffizi

    Experience the glory of the Uffizi Gallery, one of the world's most renowned museums and the crown jewel of Florence's artistic heritage. Housing an incomparable collection spanning centuries of artistic genius, the Uffizi stands as a testament to the Renaissance's golden age. Skip the notoriously long queues with priority access and let an expert guide lead you through halls adorned with masterpieces. Marvel at Botticelli's ethereal "Birth of Venus" and "Primavera," Leonardo da Vinci's groundbreaking "Annunciation," and Caravaggio's dramatic works that revolutionized painting. The museum's chronological layout takes you on a journey through art history, from Medieval panels to High Renaissance masterpieces. Discover works by Giotto, Filippo Lippi, Raphael, and countless other masters who shaped Western art. Each room reveals new treasures, from Titian's sensual "Venus of Urbino" to Michelangelo's only surviving panel painting, the magnificent "Doni Tondo."
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    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Piazza della Signoria (Pass By)

    Piazza della Signoria stands as the historic heart of Florence, a stunning open-air museum where art, politics, and history converge. This L-shaped square, dominated by the imposing Palazzo Vecchio with its soaring tower, has been the center of Florentine political life since the 14th century. The piazza serves as a free open-air sculpture gallery, featuring masterful works that have witnessed centuries of Florentine history. The Loggia dei Lanzi, an elegant arched gallery, shelters Renaissance masterpieces including Cellini's dramatic "Perseus with the Head of Medusa" and Giambologna's "Rape of the Sabines." At the piazza's center, visitors can admire a copy of Michelangelo's "David" marking the spot where the original once stood, alongside Bandinelli's "Hercules and Cacus" and the majestic "Neptune Fountain" by Ammannati.
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    Piazza del Duomo

    Piazza del Duomo, the religious heart of Florence, stands as one of the world's most magnificent architectural ensembles. This bustling square is dominated by the breathtaking Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, crowned by Brunelleschi's revolutionary dome - an engineering marvel that defines Florence's skyline. The plaza showcases three architectural masterpieces: the Cathedral with its distinctive green, white, and pink marble facade; Giotto's elegant Bell Tower soaring 277 feet high; and the octagonal Baptistery of St. John, famous for its gleaming "Gates of Paradise" bronze doors by Ghiberti.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Galleria dell'Accademia

    Accademia Gallery stands as a temple to Michelangelo's genius, home to his most famous masterpiece - the colossal David. Originally housed in Piazza della Signoria, this 17-foot marble marvel has amazed visitors since its completion in 1504. The statue, carved from a single block of marble, depicts the biblical hero David in the moment before his battle with Goliath, capturing both his physical power and inner determination. As you enter the gallery's main corridor, you'll encounter Michelangelo's unfinished "Prisoners" - powerful figures seemingly struggling to break free from their marble blocks. These works offer unique insights into the master's sculpting technique and creative process. Beyond David, the museum houses other treasures including:A remarkable collection of 15th and 16th-century paintings The Museum of Musical Instruments, featuring rare historic pieces Florentine Gothic paintings with their characteristic gold backgrounds Original plaster casts by Lorenzo Bartolini
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 3H Semi Private Guided Tour to Uffizi Gallery & Accademia Gallery?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    What's Included

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    • Entrance Ticket with reservation to the Academia Gallery
    • Radios and headsets
    • Small group tour (9 people max)
    • Entrance Ticket with reservation to the Uffizi Gallery
    • Official Certified Guide

    Additional Info

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    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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