Florence Fully Guided Tour with Uffizi Gallery, Michelangelo’s David and Accademia

With so much incredible art, history, and architecture, seeing all that Florence has to offer can be a challenge. We take the trouble out of your visit by covering the best parts of Florence in a single day with an expert, English-speaking guide to lead you around the city. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of the sights and stories that make Florence a must-see on any trip to Italy. Although vast in its offerings, Florence is a compact city. Our half-day Florence tour includes a walking tour of the historical center, covering all the must-see outdoor sights. We’ll admire the iconic Ponte Vecchio bridge where colorful jewelry stores line the cobbled street. We’ll visit the leather market and rub the nose of Il Porcellino for good luck. Your expert guide will lead you around Piazza Signoria where you’ll hear the stories behind the beautiful sculptures and see the place where Michelangelo’s ‘David’ once stood. Gaze up at the magnificent Florence Cathedral We’ll also take some time to visit the crown jewel of Florence, Il Duomo, from outside. Known for its huge red dome (visible from all over the city), Florence Cathedral is a sight to behold. Your guide will tell you about Brunelleschi’s feat in creating such a marvel and the challenges he faced along the way. The entrance to the Duomo is free and you can visit independently if you wish, as the guide provided you with a full explanation of its inside and outside features. Cruise through the Accademia Gallery The Accademia Gallery is our last stop before your lunch break. Here you will see one of the main Florence’s show-stoppers. Skip-the-line with our pre-reserved entry tickets so you will waste no time queueing and will marvel at the Accademia Gallery together with your guide who will tell you all ab Michelangelo’s great sculptural masterpiece, ‘David’. Your guide will explain the techniques that Michelangelo used to make marble look as soft as butter. You will also hear about his unfinished ‘Slaves’. Rising from the rock piece by piece, these sculptures offer incredible insight into how the great master worked – and just how much work it took to create a sculpture to this level of perfection. In keeping with our promise to see all of Florence in a day, we’ll take a break for lunch (not included) then regroup, energized for the final leg of our day. Skip the Line Access at the Uffizi Gallery saves us hours wasted in line to enter instantly. Navigating all of this immense gallery would take days, so we’ve crafted the perfect route to visit all the highlights of the Uffizi collection and a few lesser-known gems. This section of the tour is limited to just 9 people so it is easier for you to hear and interact with your expert guide. They will introduce you to works by Giotto, Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, Perugino, Michelangelo, Titian and Vasari and will be able to answer any questions you have about them. Whether you're stopping in Florence for a day, or plan to use it as a base from which to explore Tuscany, this tour will paint the perfect portrait of its unique art, architecture, and history, ensuring that you leave an aficionado of all of the above.
 
Experiences: • Enjoy Florence’s top sights in a single day • Skip the Line Access to the Accademia for Michelangelo’s David and the Renaissance masterpieces inside the Uffizi Gallery • See the symbol of Florence, the stunning Duomo from outside, with Brunelleschi’s dome and frescos by Vasari • See timeless works of art by Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, Michelangelo and Raphael inside the Uffizi • Follow your local expert guide as they bring Florence and its great works of art to life • Convenient audio headsets so you don’t miss a single detail
 
Available: Varies
 
Essentials: • Extra measures may be implemented at some venues due to heightened global security. As a result, we may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering these venues. Extra measures may also restrict the size of bags that can be brought inside. To avoid disruptions or possible denied entry, we strongly suggest that you avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tour. The Uffizi Gallery specifically prohibits large bags and you may not be permitted entry should you bring one. • It is the individual responsibility of all visitors to arrive at the tour departure points. • Our City Wonders guides will be holding a City Wonders tour sign at the meeting point for easy recognition. • This tour involves a fair amount of walking, comfortable shoes are recommended. • We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or mobility impairments on our group tours, and we are unable to accommodate pushchairs or buggies on our group tours. • For help with meeting points or other urgent issues, please phone 39 06 8336 0561. • We are unable to accommodate late arrivals. Missed tours or tickets due to late arrivals cannot be refunded. Please plan on being at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the meeting time. • Entrance into some churches may require a dress code that specifies that knees and shoulders should be covered. City Wonders cannot be held responsible for entry denied due to improper dress. • The Accademia Gallery is one of the most popular tourist destinations and sometimes delays can occur due to increased security measures or unexpectedly large crowds during holidays and festivities. As always, your guide will make sure any delays are minimized and that you get access as quickly as possible. • The Uffizi Gallery is one of the most popular tourist destinations and sometimes delays can occur due to increased security measures or unexpectedly large crowds during holidays and festivities. As always, your guide will make sure any delays are minimized and that you get access as quickly as possible. • Please note there will be approximately 1.5 hours free time between the two tours. • The Accademia part has a maximum of 17 participants, while the Uffizi part has a maximum of 15 participants for a more personalized experience.
 
Restrictions: • We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or mobility impairments on our group tours, and we are unable to accommodate pushchairs or buggies on our group tours
 
Duration: 5h