Florence: David, Duomo & Historic Center Guided Tour with Tickets

Highlights

• Michelangelo's David
• Duomo Complex
• Panoramic Views

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Galleria dell'Accademia

   45min

   Start with the Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo’s world-famous Statue of David. Skip the line with pre-reserved tickets and step inside to admire David up close, along with other important works that shaped Renaissance art. Hear the stories behind Michelangelo’s genius and the significance of his sculptures.

2. 2

   Piazza Del Duomo

   15min

   Continue into the heart of Florence to Piazza del Duomo, home to the city’s most iconic monuments. Uncover the history, engineering triumphs, and spiritual meaning behind these extraordinary landmarks as the square’s architectural beauty comes to life.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   20min

   Depending on your chosen departure, step inside the Cathedral with your guide on afternoon tours or enter independently after morning visits. Admire Brunelleschi’s design and the iconic details of this Gothic masterpiece.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   15min

   The tour continues with a visit to either the Duomo Museum or the Florence Baptistery, depending on availability. At the Duomo Museum, see original sculptures and works by Michelangelo and Donatello that shaped the cathedral complex.

5. 5

   Stop 5

   15min

   At the Baptistery, admire the glowing golden mosaics and learn why its bronze doors are known as the “Gates of Paradise.”

6. 6

   Stop 6

   30min

   Conclude your journey with the optional self-guided climb of Giotto’s Bell Tower, a rewarding ascent offering panoramic views over Florence’s rooftops, the rolling Tuscan hills, and the Arno River.

Before you go

Location