Private Tour of Uffizi and Accademia Gallery with David
Recommended by 97% of travelers
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Florence, Italy
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Skip the long lines and join your private guide for a master class on Italian Renaissance art on this half-day tour, perfect for travelers with limited time. First, travel through the history of art from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance at the Uffizi Gallery, which includes works by Caravaggio and Leonardo da Vinci. Next, head to the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo's iconic David sculpture and learn about the artist's life.
- Visit the main attractions of the Uffizi galleries and the Accademia with a private guide
- Skip-the-line entry saves you time and minimizes the wait
- Admire the works of Michelangelo, Botticelli, Caravaggio and many others
- Ask all the questions you want, thanks to the presence of a guide reserved for your group
What's Included
- Priority entrance to the Accademia Gallery
- Entrance ticket to the Uffizi Gallery (€29.00)
- Entrance ticket to the Accademia Gallery
- Private Guide
- Private transport
- Tips for the tour guide
- Food and beverages
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Via dei Castellani, 14, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
You can find us 20 minutes before the established time in our City Florence Tours office located in Via dei Castellani 14 (18 / red).
End point
- Galleria dell’Accademia di FirenzeVia Ricasoli, 58/60, 50129 Firenze FI, Italy
The tour ends at the Accademia Gallery
Ticket Redemption Point
Via dei Castellani, 14, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
Itinerary
1
Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
2
Galleria dell'Accademia
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- To access the Uffizi Gallery, each Traveler must present a valid passport or ID that matches the name provided at the time of Reservation. Please provide the full names of all travellers at the time of Reservation. Failure to present the voucher with the full names of all travelers at the ticket office prior to entry may result in refusal of entry to the Attraction.
- The entrance ticket to the Uffizi Gallery of 29,00 euros is included in the price
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 163 reviews
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Shahrzad_K, Jul 2026
I rarely leave reviews, but I was very impressed with our tour guide, Marta. This was the first time our daughters enjoyed being in a museum, thanks to Marta! As someone who has a graduate degree in Art History, I was happy to see my kids finally showing interest in my major! :)
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We truly appreciate your support, it means a lot to our team. We hope to welcome you back to Florence again soon!
John_M, Jul 2026
We had a great experience with our tour guide Sylvia. She was incredibly knowledgeable and kept us engaged. She was able to bring the beautiful paintings and sculptures to life! I woukd highly recomend!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We truly appreciate your support, it means a lot to our team. We hope to welcome you back to Florence again soon!
Kathy_R, Jul 2026
So informative and helpful. We really loved our guide Marta. She was so knowledgeable and also made the paintings come alive by discussing the history of the renaissance.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We truly appreciate your support, it means a lot to our team. We hope to welcome you back to Florence again soon!
Jessica_H, Jul 2026
Our tour guide, Mary, did a fantastic job with our family! She kept things moving and kept us all engaged as we made our way through the Renaissance artwork at the Uffizi and to the L’Accademia to see The David. She was extremely knowledgeable and taught us so much and gave such great details about the artwork and especially about The David. Thank you, Mary, for sharing all of your knowledge with us!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We truly appreciate your support, it means a lot to our team. We hope to welcome you back to Florence again soon!
Helen_Y, Jul 2026
Private tour of the Uffizi and acadamie is worth the price! Natalia was a knowledgeable tour guide and she easily navigated us through crowds.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We truly appreciate your support, it means a lot to our team. We hope to welcome you back to Florence again soon!
Alex_C, Jul 2026
Great experience! Francesca was extremely knowledgeable and taught us so much. Very smooth process getting into both museums ahead of the lines.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We truly appreciate your support, it means a lot to our team. We hope to welcome you back to Florence again soon!
Megan_S, Jul 2026
We loved our tour guide Constanza. She was such a great guide and was very patient with us. We would definitely come back and do this private tour again. I think it’s the only way to go when the lines at the museum are so long and it’s very hot.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We truly appreciate your support, it means a lot to our team. We hope to welcome you back to Florence again soon!
Christine_S, Jun 2026
Private guide Mirella was excellent so full of knowledge and directs you to the most important works with great insight. Helps with navigating crowds and getting close to view.
Patrick_O, Jun 2026
Our guide Mirella was great! Very informative, moved at our pace, focused on all the most important exhibits and made it a great experience.
Dan_G, Jun 2026
An immersive tour explaining the Medici family’s influence and importance in renaissance art. Mirella is incredibly knowledgeable!
Kristin_K, May 2026
This tour was fabulous - our guide, Mirella, was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and tailored the tour to our interest level for each stop. She was engaging and funny, very approachable about the level of detail we wanted to know. We also loved the history she provided on the walk from the Uffizi gallery to the Accademia. Wonderful tour - would highly recommend.
Kevin_A, May 2026
Marco was great. He tailored the tour to our preferences and gave us lots of additional info regarding our interests.
Leslie_M, May 2026
Renata was a wonderful guide- so very knowledgeable about art history. I felt like I could ask her anything related to the Uffizi Museum/Gallery or the Accedemia and she would know the answer. The private tour with skip the line entrance was 1000% worth it. This is a MUST do when traveling to Florence.
Stefanie_G, May 2026
We had an absolutely incredible time visiting the Uffizi Gallery and the Accademia with Mirella What could have been an overwhelming visit to two of Florence’s most busiest museums was an engaging journey through art history.
Our guide brought deep knowledge and expertise to each of the pieces we saw — from Botticelli’s works at the Uffizi Michelangelo’s David at the Accademia. The context and stories shared made everything meaningful, not just a walk past famous paintings and sculptures.
If you’re visiting Florence, don’t do it without a guide like this. Truly unforgettable. Highest recommendation!
Jody_B, Apr 2026
Our tour guide Ana was absolutely a delight. She was very thorough on the history and explained the relationship with different artists. The fast track in the line was definitely worth booking alone. Just book it, you will be glad you did.
Terry_J, Apr 2026
Enlightening. It sets a historical platform from which to appreciate the art and history in the museums.
Theresa_L, Apr 2026
Francesca was an amazing guide. She balances her knowledge of art, history, religion, and politics with her fun personality. We learned so much and had so much fun.
Alex_C, Apr 2026
Our tour guide Ana was excellent weaving us through the masses to see the most famous works with detailed explanations about the history of Florence, the Renaissance masters and the artwork
Amanda_A, Mar 2026
Leonardo was the best tour guide I’ve ever had! He was so knowledgeable and made every painting come to life with interesting stories! He gave us plenty of information without overwhelming us. We even stopped at his favorite gelato place between things. It was also very clear that he is a kind and honest person. At the museum entrances and around the city, other guides and workers knew him and definitely thought highly of him. It’s always nice to know you’re touring a city with a warm and kind person! Thanks, Leonardo, for a great day in Florence!
Bob_L, Jan 2026
Manuela was wonderful. She loves the art and history of Florence. She was a great communicator and very enthusiastic. We had a great time.
Lena_P, Dec 2025
The guide was brilliant in taking us to the most important sights, I wished the tour lasted longer than 3 hrs, to see more of the Uffizi, but truth is that one could have days and it would still not be enough. A fantastic tour.
Dean_S, Nov 2025
We had an exceptional tour with Laura. The entire day was very relaxing and we learned a ton from Laura touring through the museums. She was kind enough to direct us to the food market in Florence (which is terrific!) great memories, great day. Definitely recommend.
Keith_K, Nov 2025
Great information. They provided easy and quick access to the best viewing areas.
Guide was well versed in art, artists, techniques, and overall information about important pieces.
CAROLYN_G, Oct 2025
The tour guys was excellent. However, I can’t remember her name. She made the tour. She was very knowledgeable and fun to be around
Mike_B, Oct 2025
Pam was terrific. She knows a lot of information about the art. I especially appreciated her pointing out hidden features of the sculptures in The Academia.
Hans_B, Oct 2025
We had the most incredible experience during our private tour of the Uffizi Galleria and the Academia Museum in Florence. Our tour guide, Ilaria, was nothing short of exceptional. She was incredibly knowledgeable about the artwork and the history behind each piece, and her passion for art was truly contagious.
One of the highlights of the tour was being able to bypass the long lines and to efficiently get us to the right place to experience the artwork close up. Ilaria took the time to explain each piece in detail, giving us a deeper appreciation and understanding of the art.
Not only did we see some of the most iconic pieces of art in the world, but we also learned far more about art history in those 3 1/2 hours. Ilaria's enthusiasm and expertise made the tour truly memorable, and we are so grateful for the opportunity to have her as our guide.
Beth_B, Oct 2025
Florence has changed in that the Uffizi and academia galleries now allow a ridiculous number of visitors at one time. There is no skipping the line. We waited an hour to” skip the line”. Hardly skipping the line. And the natural prices of trying to wait in line was awful. There were no staff actually supervising this process, and people are just cutting in and out all over the place. This was not conveyed to us upon booking. Therefore we had minimal time to visit the museum and even when we were in there, their rooms are so densely packed with people you could barely move. It was a very negative experience unlike any of our other previous visits to Florence museums.
Katie_C, Sep 2025
Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and made the tour fantastic! Recommend highly for anyone interested in history.
Michael_N, Sep 2025
Manuela was a fabulous guide. Her passion emanated from start to finish for the Italian renaissance and its birthplace in Florence. Her knowledge was clearly expert level. She was funny and easy to listen to. Lots of walking since the museums are separate, maybe bring a small water since it’s three hours long but would do the tour with the company and Manuela 100x over again!
Ronald_S, Sep 2025
This is a great way to experience Italian Art and its history. We were able to understand the evolution of Italian Art from Rome to the Renaissance.
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