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4.6(1,967 reviews)

Walking Private Tour of Accademia Gallery in Florence

1h 30m
Commentary: Guide · en, es, fr, de, it
Florence, Italy

About this activity

Experience a private Accademia Gallery tour—view Michelangelo’s David, Medici masterpieces, and rare instruments. Guided by a Renaissance art specialist for deeper historical context.

Highlights

  • Florence Accademia Gallery tour.
  • Explore Michelangelo's David masterpiece.
  • Exclusive private walking art tour.
  • Medici family art collection experience.
  • Expert Renaissance art guide included.

Full description

After meeting up with your guide and entering the gallery, you’ll start your visit with a tour of the Medici family’s collection. This powerful dynasty became a household name in Florence back in the 15th century, where they were originally a banking family before moving into politics. They amassed some incredible collectibles, including the most expensive violin in the world and the oldest piano around – you’ll see both during your tour.

From here, you’ll head into the Tribuna di De Fabris, a portion of the gallery that’s all about Michelangelo. You’ll know him best from his masterpiece in the Vatican, the frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. But he wasn’t a one-trick pony. He originally trained a sculptor, and the Accademia Gallery is home to his most famous marble creation, the statue of David. Your guide, who’s an expert in Renaissance art, will tell you all about the life of Michelangelo and the intricacies of working with Carrara marble, which was used to craft this iconic artwork.

Included / Excluded

  • 90-minute private walking tour
  • Friendly and knowledgeable local guide
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Academia gallery
  • Headsets (for groups of more than five people)
  • Gratuities
  • Food & drinks

Meeting point

Start Location

Via degli Alfani, 115, Via degli Alfani, 115, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

Important information

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not wheelchair accessible

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Reviews

4.6(1,967 reviews)
GetYourGuide
GetYourGuide traveler
Jun 2026
5.0

Die Dame, die uns geführt hat, hat die Führung sehr interessant und verständlich gestaltet, wir waren sehr begeistert und beeindruckt.

GetYourGuide
Sylvain
Jun 2026
4.0

Only tour I was able to book a few days away. Enjoyed it, it is a must see, there is no doubting this. I do find the price exaggerated, but still glad I did it (I paid 65 euros)

GetYourGuide
Stefania
Jun 2026
4.0

esperienza unica, patrimonio da curare e valorizzare. La guida era preparatissima e molto cordiale. Servizio navetta per i giardini molto efficiente. Sorveglianza al top. Pronti a riprendere turisti maleducati. Unica pecca il bar/buvette dove non sono esposti i prezzi delle consumazioni. Alla mia richiesta dei prezzi dei prodotti erano restii a rispondere ed erano molto scocciati, soprattutto l'addetto alla cassa.

Additional information

Not wheelchair accessible