Florence: Accademia Gallery & City Center Private Walking Tour

Highlights

• Private Guided Tour
• Skip-the-Line Access
• Artistic & Architectural Treasures

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Piazza della Signoria

   15min

   The Piazza is a central meeting point of Florence as not only is it beautifully decorated with a vast amount of statues, including "the fake David" but it is also well positioned, allowing access to Palazzo Vecchio, the Uffizi gallery and a clear path to the Duomo.

2. 2

   Loggia dei Lanzi

   Pass by

   In Piazza della Signoria, the main square of Florence, there is a remarkable monument named “Loggia dei Lanzi”, embellished with stunning masterpieces in bronze and marble, sculpted by masters from the Renaissance era. Going to this loggia, that was used for the public meetings, you will get in touch with the beauties of the golden age of Florence.

3. 3

   Ponte Vecchio

   15min

   A medieval stone bridge that is known around the world for its beautify and uniqueness Locals still work and operate on the unique bridge still to this day and is part of the mysterious "Corridoio Vasariano" - The Ponte Vecchio (Old Bridge) was the only bridge spared by Hitler's strict orders while retreating from his opposition during World War 2. Locals say his decision was to save its beauty, as many building were destroyed either end of the bridge to block the enemy passing.

4. 4

   Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

   30min

   The main symbol of Florence is its impressive and imposing Duomo, named Santa Maria del Fiore. Famously designed by Brunelleschi six hundred years ago, it is still the third largest in the world! The outer colours and facade strongly follow the local traditions in Florence, holding the medieval rivalry again Siena within its design. Having a guided tour lets you understand the history full facade as well as the beautiful frescoed ceiling that is waiting for you inside.

5. 5

   Battistero Di San Giovanni

   30min

   Characterized by the white Carrara and green Prato marble, it is one of the most ancient churches in Florence and gently marks the square of the city Cathedral. Its fascinating past, combining faith, history and art, has given scholars much food for thought with regard to its meaning and connection to the Renaissance era.

6. 6

   Galleria dell'Accademia

   30min

   Considered one of the most important sculpture museums in the world, not just in Florence. Located nearby of the Florence Fine Art Academy, hence its name and functions as a drawing laboratory for artists of any time. It houses the highest number of sculptures by Michelangelo —seven works, including the world-famous David, along with priceless masterpieces and works of art spread over two floors, thus presenting a photograph of early-Renaissance art and its heritage.

7. 7

   Stop 7

   30min

   Michelangelo's David, housed at the Galleria dell'Accademia in Florence, is celebrated as one of the most remarkable sculptures of the Renaissance. Sculpted from a single block of marble, it depicts the biblical hero David before his battle with Goliath, encapsulating the humanist ideals of the time through its detailed realism and emotional intensity. Michelangelo's skill in capturing the physical and psychological aspects of the human form made this statue an iconic symbol of the power and potential of human achievement.

Before you go

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