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Best of Florence: Small Group Tour Skip-the-Line David & Accademia with Duomo

4.7(2167 reviews)Florence, Italy
3hDurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupWheelchair accessibleAccessibilityEasyLevel

About this experience

Join a small-group walking tour in Florence to explore key attractions. The tour starts with skip-the-line access to Michelangelo's 'David' at the Accademia Gallery and a visit to the Duomo. You will then proceed to Piazza della Signoria, known for its open-air art display, and walk through the streets to see landmarks such as the Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo della Signoria, and Piazza della Repubblica. This experience is suited for those interested in art and history. If you opt for the VIP David & Duomo package, you will have an extended visit to the Duomo, including access to the North Terrace and the opportunity to climb to the Dome for panoramic views. Alternatively, choosing the 3 Davids of Florence option allows you to visit three versions of the David sculpture at the Accademia Gallery, Bargello, and Piazza della Signoria with a private guide trained in art history.

Itinerary

1

Galleria dell'Accademia

If you select option with the Accademia Gallery, begin your day by skipping the line into the Florence Accademia to see Michelangelo's masterpiece, the jaw-dropping David.

2

Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

Your Florence tour continues to Florence Duomo. You'll skip the line to enter the Cathedral with your guide which will tell you all about the history and the secrets of this incredible church. If you select the VIP David & Duomo option at time of booking, you'll also gain exclusive access to the Duomo's North Terrace for just you and your small group to explore without the crowds. Then your tour will finish with a climb to the top of the Duomo for stunning panoramic views of Florence.

3

Piazza della Signoria

If you chose the Best of Florence option at time of booking, your guided walking tour takes you first to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art gallery where Michelangelo's David was originally supposed to stand.

4

Palazzo Vecchio

Pause outside the Palazzo Vecchio, the seat of Medici power, and now Florence's city hall.

5

Mercato del Porcellino

From Piazza Signoria you'll pass by the Uffizi Gallery and a handful of wonderful hidden sights, like Il Porcellino, the pig whose snout promises luck.

6

Ponte Vecchio

Take to the streets to experience the endless charm of Florence and the remarkable Ponte Vecchio

What's included / not included

Bargello Museum (if 3 Davids option selected)Local English-speaking guideSkip-the-Line ticket to the Florence DuomoExpertly guided walking tour of Florence (Best of Florence tour only)Skip-the-line Florence Duomo climb (if option selected)Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)Ponte VecchioPiazza RepubblicaPiazza della SignoriaExclusive access to Duomo North Terrace (if option selected)Skip-the-Line ticket to Accademia Gallery (if option selected)Palazzo Vecchio (exterior)
GratuitiesHotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Good to know

  • We are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our Guest Experience team at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
  • We are unable to accommodate guests with strollers on this tour.
  • We ask all guests (including children) bring ID on the day of their tour.
  • On Sundays, we will not enter the Cathedral of Florence due to Sunday mass. The guide will provide an explanation of the Duomo from the outside. Additionally, entry will not be possible on exceptional days when the Cathedral is closed for liturgical ceremonies or special Duomo holidays; in those cases, your guide will provide the explanation from outside as well.
  • Due to the religious nature of the Cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. Walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry.
  • During Christmas, Easter periods, and liturgical celebrations, due to increased visitor traffic, the Duomo skip-the-line option is not guaranteed. As a result, you may encounter a wait before entering the Duomo.
  • Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.
  • Please note that the order of stops and itinerary may vary.

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