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Skip-the-Line Michelangelo's David & Florence Academy Guided Tour w Hotel Pickup

3 Reviews 4.67 out of 5 stars Based on 3 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Florence, Italy

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2 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

You will meet your guide at your hotel and with skip-the-line entry enjoy a wonderful, private tour of the Accademia Gallery. 

The guide is an Art Historian and not only will you learn about Michelangelo’s famous statue of David ( which became the enduring image of the Republic of Florence), but also see other noted sculptures by this prodigious artist; I Prigioni and San Matteo (St. Matthew) as well as the Accademia’s other artworks of religious paintings and panels. 

 

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Local taxes
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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Piazza San Marco
Firenze FI, Italy

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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What To Expect

Galleria dell'Accademia

After you meet with your guide you walk to one of the city’s top museums, the Accademia and there is no waiting in queues as with your skip-the-line access you head straight inside.  The museum has many famous artworks, the most famous being of course the legendary, youthful statue of David, which became the enduring image of the Republic of Florence.  Take time to walk around this collosal statue and appreciate its true magnificence from every angle.  Cut from a single square of Carrara marble this masterpiece was executed when Michelangelo was in his mid-20’s.  It is 17 feet (5.17 metres) tall and represents the biblical figure of David who slayed the giant Goliath.  In 1504 this statue came to symbolize the defense of civil liberties embodied in the Republic of Florence.In addition to David the Accademia houses several incomplete works by Michelangelo as well as other artworks by Botticelli, Paolo Uccello and Andrea del Sarto to name a few.Take advantage of your guide’s encyclopedic knowledge and learn all about the wonderful treasurers of this splendid museum.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Skip-the-Line Michelangelo’s David & Florence Academy Guided Tour w Hotel Pickup?

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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  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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  • 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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