Top Italy Art Tours - page 2

Make the most of your time in Florence and avoid missing key highlights with a guided tour that includes convenient timed entry to the Accademia Gallery. Depending on the option selected, you'll also explore the artworks in the Uffizi Gallery, or visit the highlights of the historic center on a walking tour that goes beyond the guidebook with local history and insider tips.

Florence's Accademia Gallery (Galleria dell’Accademia) can get busy, so save yourself the hassle of waiting in long lines with skip-the-line entry and an express guided tour. Your English-speaking guide whisks 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 history of the gallery, and leave with better knowledge of Florence's Renaissance period.

Explore a different side of Milan–and combine sightseeing with learning–on this tour to see Leonardo da Vinci’s iconic Last Supper painting in the convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie. Discover the history of the artwork, hear about its cultural significance, and uncover its hidden meanings. Along the way, learn about da Vinci’s artistic approach and creative process.

Enjoy reserved timed entry to Florence's famed Uffizi Gallery—explore Renaissance masterpieces with a guide on this small-group tour. Show your timed entry tickets and head straight to the masterpieces with your guide and group. Explore highlights, including Botticelli’s "Birth of Venus" with insights from an art expert. Upgrade to include a guided tour of the Accademia Gallery and see the iconic "David" statue.

Save time and energy when visiting the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with this guided tour. Instead of getting overwhelmed knowing what to priortize, let your guide lead you to the collection's highlights. Learn about history, art, and architecture as you make your way through the galleries. Upgrade to a small-group or private tour for a more personalized experience, or choose to add access to St. Peter's Basilica.

Whether you love opera or you hardly know it, this tour of legendary La Scala Theater and adjoining museum is a unique and fun way to get an inside look at one of the most famous opera houses in the world. With an expert guide by your side, tour La Scala Museum to see intricate outfits, musical instruments and various stage props. Then stroll through the foyer of the theater, taking in the beautifully designed 18th-century auditorium.

Discover the renowned art and architecture of the Vatican without struggling to hear your guide when you opt for a small-group tour of the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica. As you explore rooms including the Gallery of Maps and the Sistine Chapel, learn about the Renaissance artwork of masters like Michelangelo with in-depth commentary from your guide.

Don't miss out on one of Milan's most popular attractions—and one of the world's most noted works of art. Instead, prebook to secure your spot to view Leonardo da Vinci’s famous masterpiece, "The Last Supper", with guaranteed access and insight from a guide. The experience continues with a guided walk through the city center, leading to an external visit of the impressive Sforza Castle.

Enjoy an intimate look at the Vatican Museums' extensive collections on this small-group insider tour. Have a personalized experience learning directly from your guide as you explore the Gallery of the Maps, Pio Clementino Museum, Raphael Rooms, and Sistine Chapel. Extend your tour further by upgrading to include St. Peter's Basilica.

Get an in-depth look at Florence’s most iconic landmark with a guided tour of the Duomo complex. Skip the line to climb Brunelleschi’s Dome for panoramic views, then explore the cathedral’s intricate architecture and religious history. With a guide and timed entry, this is an efficient and informative way to experience the Duomo.

Skip the long lines and discover masterpieces inside the Borghese Gallery on this small group tour in Rome. Don't waste time waiting as you explore renowned works like Bernini's 'Apollo and Daphne' and Caravaggio's 'St. Jerome.' Admire art by Raphael and Da Vinci on the main floor, featuring classical sculptures and breathtaking frescoes with insights from a guide.

Dive into the beauty of Tuscan art, architecture, and landscapes, without feeling overwhelmed, on this engaging small-group tour. In one experience, discover three iconic highlights: the opulent Pitti Palace, the stunning Palatina Gallery, and the enchanting Boboli Gardens. As you explore, your guide shares fascinating insights into the region's Renaissance history, including the role of the Savoy family as Italy's royal family, and the remarkable artworks that define each destination.

Leonardo Da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” is Milan’s crown jewel, but the long wait to admire this iconic fresco can cut into your sightseeing time. With this express tour, enjoy fast-track entrance to the refectory at Santa Maria delle Grazie where the masterpiece is housed. Take in the painting with a guide for insights into Leonardo’s groundbreaking composition and techniques, as well as fascinating facts about the artist’s life and work.

Explore the intricacies of two famed Italian handicrafts on a fully guided day trip from Venice to the nearby islands of Murano and Burano with a group of up to 22 people. Watch centuries-old glassblowing techniques in Murano, and marvel at the detailed stitches of exquisite Burano lace. Your knowledgeable guide will share the history of these two artisan islands while you visit local workshops and wander the picturesque streets.

Discover Murano, just north of Venice, on a private tour of its charming streets and channels. Learn about Murano glass, which has been produced here for centuries and has traditionally been considered some of the most exquisite glass in the world. Visit a glass factory, and then have a little time to explore the islands on your own.

Get familiar with the ins and outs of Florence on this small-group walking tour of the city. Your local guide leads you through town, taking you past landmarks such as the Church of Santa Maria Novella, the Medici Chapels, the Duomo, and the Uffizi Gallery, sharing the history and culture of the city as you go.

Discover the Vatican Museums’ extraordinary treasures on a guided tour, showcasing masterpieces collected by the popes over centuries. Admire works by Giotto, Raphael, and Caravaggio in the Pinacoteca Gallery, antique sculptures in the Chiaramonti Museum, and 16th-century maps in the Gallery of Maps. Marvel at Michelangelo’s breathtaking frescoes, "The Creation of Adam" and "The Last Judgment," in the Sistine Chapel before ending with a guided visit inside St. Peter's Basilica.

Make the most of your time in Florence on a small-group tour with skip-the-line admission to the Accademia Gallery and optional skip-the-line access to the Uffizi Gallery. Visit Michelangelo’s David, the colorful Duomo of Florence (outside only), and masterpieces by Leonardo da Vinci. Stroll through Piazza della Signoria, cross the historic Ponte Vecchio, and enjoy free time for lunch.

The Vatican is one of Rome’s most popular attractions, with the large crowds and long lines to match. Save valuable vacation time with this half-day guided tour, which offers skip-the-line entry to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica, giving you more time to explore these iconic sites with ease. For a more relaxed experience, book the late afternoon tours (St. Peter’s Basilica excluded).

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.

With this tour, you can explore two stunning islands while visiting Venice—Murano, renowned for its centuries-old glassblowing tradition, and Burano, famous for its intricate lacemaking history. Travel comfortably by private boat, then enjoy the chance to disembark and learn about local crafts, including live demonstrations of both glassblowing and lacemaking, as well as free time to explore Burano alone.

Save time when you visit the Vatican Museums by pre-booking this half-day tour with skip-the-line admissions. This tour lets you bypass the ticket lines and head inside to see its most impressive exhibits such as the Sistine Chapel. You also have the chance to visit St. Peter's Basilica, the largest church on earth, or if it is closed, visit the stunning Raphael Rooms. Please note that you are still required to go through the security queue.

Make the most of your time with this shore excursion to Florence that combines culture and cuisine. Save hours with port pickup in Livorno and transportation directly to the Renaissance capital, where you’ll enjoy a tasting of Tuscan local products and gourmet treats. Afterwards, explore the city on your own, visiting highlights like the Uffizi Gallery, Accademia, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria before heading back to the Livorno port.

The Vatican attracts millions of visitors every year—and have the daily crowds and lines to match. On this tour, experience the Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museums, and Raphael Rooms without feeling rushed: Skip the entrance lines with guaranteed priority access, and explore in the comfort of a small group. In addition, your guide provides earphones to ensure you can hear everything clearly.