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Limited time doesn't mean you can't experience Florence's artistic highlights. Speed things up with this small-group express tour to view Michelangelo's iconic "David". Enjoy guaranteed entry to the Accademia Gallery with prebooked access, and learn about Michelangelo’s colossal statue through your guide’s commentary. The small group size makes it easier to move through the crowded museum.

See one of the most renowned artworks of the Italian Renaissance—and take the hassle out of sightseeing—with a tour of Florence's Accademia Gallery. Get up close to Michelangelo's “David” and view other masterpieces by artists such as Botticelli, Ghirlandaio, and Giambologna. Leave with a deeper understanding of Italian Renaissance art—something you'd skim over on your own.

Discover Florence at your own pace with this hop-on, hop-off bus tour. Choose from 1-, 2-, or 3-day passes to suit your vacation schedule and budget. Then enjoy the flexibility to decide which stops to get off at. Explore landmarks including Teatro Verdi, Piazzale Michelangelo, Santa Croce, and more as you go. With frequent departures and panoramic views, this tour offers the perfect overview of what Florence has to offer.

While guided tours offer a great way to check off the Accademia Gallery's highlights, they don't leave time for lingering. Explore at your own pace with this prebooked entry ticket, free from the rush of a group. See Michelangelo's "David" statue, and stay as long as you like during museum opening hours to linger at your favorite Renaissance masterpieces.

Discover the best of Florence, learn all about the Medici family and their role in shaping the Renaissance, and see the city’s hidden corners on this immersive, pay-what-you-want tour. Set off on foot to see highlights like the Duomo, Giotto’s Campanile, and Palazzo Vecchio, and learn the stories behind the sights.

Home to a vast collection of Italian Renaissance art, Florence's Accademia Gallery can feel overwhelming to first-time visitors. Navigate the museum’s vast halls with a local guide who enriches your experience with informative narration. After your tour, feel free to stay on as long as you want to explore independently.

Make the most of your precious vacation time in Florence on a 1.5-hour tour of the Duomo. Some tourists spend up to an hour waiting outside the city’s most famous attraction. However, with dedicated entrance access, you can enjoy immediate entry. Once inside, listen to your enthusiastic guide through a provided headset and enjoy live commentary on the cathedral. Feel free to ask questions for a more immersive tour experience.

Nothing says Italy like pizza, pasta, and gelato—but there's no need to stop eating them when your vacation ends. Learn how to recreate these quintessential treats during this half-day culinary experience in the Tuscan countryside. An Italian chef provides a fun hands-on cooking lesson that culminates in a 3-course feast of appetizers, pizza or pasta, and gelato, accompanied by wine and beer.

Come face to face with one of the world’s most iconic sculptures—and enjoy a streamlined, time-saving experience—on this skip-the-line tour of Florence’s Accademia, home of Michelangelo’s "David." Choose from several convenient start times and bypass the long lines with priority tickets (additional cash expense). Once inside, discover the masterpiece and other highlights, and learn more from your guide’s narration.

If you have limited vacation days, explore Florence Duomo in a way that works perfectly for travelers on a time crunch. On this express tour, make the most of your visit by exploring this architectural masterpiece with a guide and heading straight to the cathedral's headline sights. The upgrade option includes climbing Brunelleschi’s Dome for sweeping views of the city below.

Tying together Florence's historical, cultural, and architectural highlights takes planning—more than most travelers can manage alone. Leave the itinerary to a guide; check off sights such as the Piazza della Signoria and Ponte Vecchio Bridge, and stop to see Michelangelo's "David" in the Accademia Gallery. Cap the experience with a visit to the Florence Duomo, the city's Gothic-style cathedral.

Florence's Accademia Gallery can get busy, so save yourself the hassle of waiting in long lines with timed entry and the option to upgrade to a guided tour. Opt to explore the museum at your own pace or have your guide whisk you directly to the gallery's highlights—including Michelangelo's famous "David" sculpture—to maximize your time inside. Gain insight into famous works of art, learn about the gallery's history, and leave with a better understanding of Florence's Renaissance period.

Guarantee your entry to Florence's famed Uffizi Gallery and save waiting time with a timed entry ticket. Explore at your own pace independently, or upgrade to see the Renaissance masterpieces with a guide. In a small group, see highlights including Botticelli’s "Birth of Venus" with added insights from an expert.

Cover the Renaissance highlights of Florence without getting lost or overwhelmed with this small-group choose-your-own-adventure tour. Choose to explore just the Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo's iconic "David" statue, or add on the Uffizi Galleries to admire more Renaissance artworks, with a brief tour of Florence's highlights in between. Ideal for time-pressed travelers who want to fit in as much art and history as possible.

Skip the research and guidebook, and uncover Florence's rich history and iconic landmarks on a group guided walking tour that brings the “Cradle of the Renaissance” to life. Stroll from the Basilica di San Lorenzo to the Ponte Vecchio, explore historic piazzas, and admire Medici splendor. Hear captivating tales of Dante's neighborhood, lively stories, and fascinating insights from your guide.

Florence's finest views of the Duomo and terracotta rooftops come from the hills surrounding the city, and this private golf cart tour takes in the best of them. Roll up to Piazzale Michelangelo and San Miniato al Monte, with photo stops along the way, then settle in for a picnic in the Arcetri hills, one of the quieter corners above the city.

Discover the masterpieces of the Accademia Gallery on this intimate, small-group tour in Florence. Led by an expert guide, marvel at Michelangelo's beautiful David, and gain deeper insights into the techniques and stories behind Renaissance art. With a personalized experience and plenty of opportunities for discussion, this tour offers a rich and engaging journey through one of Florence's most treasured collections.

Not every visitor wants a guide setting the pace through the Accademia Gallery. A timed ticket lets you choose a slot that fits your day, then see Michelangelo’s “David” and the gallery’s Renaissance collection on your own terms. For more background, an optional audio guide app covers the key works as you go.

Most visitors to the Accademia Gallery view Michelango's "David" sculpture, but without a guide, many miss out on the techniques and details that make it so impressive. Join a guided tour to see the masterpiece, learn more about its creation, and explore several other Renaissance works. Along the way, hear insider stories about the lives and work of famed artists.

See what Tuscany has to offer without breaking the bank on this budget-friendly day trip to the region's highlights from Florence. Save hours with coach transportation and enjoy free time to explore the medieval old towns of Siena and San Gimignano, plus the sights of Pisa. Upgrade to a guided tour of Siena, or add-on a 2-course lunch with wine pairing for a hassle-free, all-inclusive day.

Cinque Terre and Pisa are true wonders, usually requiring several days or more to explore. Ideal for travelers short on time, this one-day extravaganza covers both on an excursion from Florence. Travel by coach through the Tuscan countryside, enjoy a scenic train ride along the spectacular Cinque Terre coastline, explore colorful seaside villages, and see the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa.

Lines for Florence's Accademia Gallery can stretch for an hour or more in peak season, which can eat into your precious vacation time. With fast-track entry included on this group tour, sail past the waiting tourists and head straight to Michelangelo's David. Your guide then leads you through the highlights, with a radio headset provided so you can catch every word.

Dive into the world of Michelangelo and Renaissance Florence on this tour of the Accademia Gallery, home to the iconic David sculpture. Learn about the Medici family’s influence on the Renaissance and the masters who shaped Michelangelo’s artistry, including Ghirlandaio and Perugino. Please note that tickets are not included and must be paid in cash on the day of the tour; the adult ticket costs 20 euros.