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Florence in a Day: Skip the line David, Uffizi, Duomo & City Tour

4.7(1265 reviews)Florence, ItalyRef. viator-15693P27
5hDurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupWheelchair accessibleAccessibilityEasyLevel

About this experience

Experience a full day in Florence with guided visits to key attractions. This tour includes priority access to Michelangelo's David at the Accademia Gallery and the Uffizi Gallery, allowing you to avoid long wait times. An expert art historian will provide insights into the significance of these artworks and the evolution of Italian art during the Renaissance. In addition to museum visits, the tour features a guided walk through Florence's historic center, where you will see the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and the Leather Market. This tour is suitable for first-time visitors looking for a thorough introduction to Florence’s art and culture; it may not be ideal for those seeking a more leisurely pace or less structured experience.

Itinerary

1

Galleria dell'Accademia

You'll start with skip-the-line tickets to the Florence Accademia, home to Michelangelo's David. Discover what makes David so special and introduce you to other Michelangelo works that you may not have noticed otherwise.

2

Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

Your Florence In A Day Tour continues with a walking tour of the city. At the Cathedral, a.k.a. Florence Duomo, where you'll view the enormous dome from outside and your guide will tell you the story of how it went from a near catastrophe to the greatest building achievement of its age.

3

Battistero Di San Giovanni

You'll also see the Florence Baptistery, home to the set of bronze doors that were thought so beautiful, Michelangelo called them the "Gates of Paradise"

4

Piazza della Signoria

Your guided walking tour continues to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art gallery where Michelangelo's David was originally supposed to stand.

5

Ponte Vecchio

Experience the endless charm of Florence and the remarkable Ponte Vecchio.

6

Mercato del Porcellino

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

7

Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi

Time entry ticket into the (incredibly busy) Uffizi Gallery to see some of the best paintings from the Renaissance.

What's included / not included

Local English-speaking guidePiazza della RepubblicaSkip-the-line Accademia tickets (Michelangelo's 'David')Palazzo Vecchio (from the outside)Skip-the-line tickets for the Uffizi GalleryPonte VecchioFlorence Duomo (from the outside)Piazza della SignoriaLeather Market & Il PorcellinoSmall Group of 15 or fewer
GratuitiesHotel Pickup and 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.
  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
  • Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.
  • Please note that tour durations and schedules may vary slightly depending on the chosen departure time. The 09:45 a.m. departure of this tour includes a 1-hour lunch break/free time. The 08:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. departures include a 30-minute coffee break.
  • Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.

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