Private Accademia Gallery Guided Visit

Accademia Gallery of Florence was once part of the academy of the fine arts. It was founded in 1784 by the grand Duke Pietro Leopoldo whom collected a great amount original and replicated art works. Accademia gallery was chosen to be the new home of Michelangelo’s David due to the fact that the Accademia happen to be located in the same square where the young Michelangelo studied sculpting as a child. In 1873 the town of Florence relocated David which was no longer safe in its original location of Signoria Square. Our expert guide will bring each master piece come back to life with inside stories of one of the world’s greatest artist.

Get the best of your stay in Florence and enjoy this private tour to the Accademia Gallery which hosts the original David. See the world-famous masterpiece and learn a lot of interesting facts about its creator. Discover the Prisoners by Michelangelo and learn why these sculptures were never finished. Hear incredible stories about Michelangelo and learn why even popes called him "divine”. Get the idea why Michelangelo's David is so famous and imagine the great sculptor working on his masterpiece through the stories told by your expert tour guide.

Come and discover one of the most important museums of Florence, starting from our office you will walk along with your guide the route that will take you to the entrance of the gallery, entering from the priority entrance without waiting in the long queues and starting a chronological journey that will will allow you to admire the DAVID, a sculpture made exclusively of marble (height 520 cm) by Michelangelo Buonarroti between 1501 and the beginning of 1504, considered a masterpiece of world sculpture, it is one of the emblems of the Renaissance and symbol of Florence and the Italy abroad. This work has always been considered the ideal of male beauty in art. The gallery is one of the places with the highest number of sculptures made by Michelangelo, inside you can also visit the museum of musical instruments, the largest collection of paintings with a golden background and the Sala dei Prigioni with sculptures designed for the Pope Julius II.

Accademia Gallery is one of the most visited museums in all of Florence. Its main attraction is the exquisite Statue of David, however, it offers many more masterpieces and notable works of art. Booking a private tour of the Accademia guarantees you will get the most out of your visit. Firstly, upon arriving at the meeting point, you will be greeted by the agency representative and introduced to your expert guide. Private tour guides come with years of experience and exceptional rating. Next, your guide will lead you to the gallery using a special priority entrance only pausing to pass the security check that is compulsory for everyone. During the following hour, your guide will ensure you won’t miss out on any of the main points of interest such as Michelangelo’s Prisoners and, of course, the Statue of David. You will learn a lot about both the art and the artists.

Discover the most visited museums in Florence and two of the most visited in the world alongside a private guide, admiring the most important works and appreciating the art of the Italian Renaissance. Your guide will let you enter from the priority entrance in both galleries without having to wait in long lines and will explain the most important works of art. The Uffizi Gallery with its pictorial collections, masterpieces by artists and protagonists of the Renaissance such as Michelangelo, Giotto, Botticelli, Caravaggio, Leonardo da Vinci and many others. Then your guide will accompany you to the Accademia Gallery, the second most visited museum in Florence to discover Michelangelo's David, the most famous Florentine symbol. The gallery is one of the places with the highest number of sculptures by Michelangelo, you can also admire the museum of musical instruments, the collection of pictorial works with a gold background and the Sala dei Prigioni with sculptures designed for Pope Julius II.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Accademia Gallery skip-the-line ticket, don't waste your time queuing for the whole day! • Visit the stunning sights & discover the hidden treasures of the Florence city • Learn from a passionate and art-loving local guide – Join us on a combined tour to the Galleria dell'Accademia di Firenze with a professional and friendly guide, where you will experience Michelangelo's David as well as other prominent Renaissance artworks & a walking tour to check out the highlights of the city and get the most out of your stay here in Florence. 

Discover Michelangelo's art at the Accademia and let his masterpieces captivate you. The iconic "David" stands as a testament to his genius, crafted with meticulous precision from a massive block of marble. It symbolizes power and courage, representing the grandeur of the Florentine Republic. Beyond the "David," unveil other significant works like "I Prigioni" and "San Matteo," thanks to your knowledgeable guide . Continue your adventure at Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral. Marvel at the elegant interior with its three naves, showcasing a magnificent marble choir and ethereal stained-glass windows by renowned masters. As you walk upon the captivating path of polychrome marbles, look up to witness the breathtaking frescoed Dome, painted by Vasari. Step into Piazza del Duomo and explore the Museo della Misericordia, revealing precious artifacts. Ascend to the fourth floor for a stunning view of Cathedral Square and its majestic monuments, a photographer's dream.

Take advantage of the deep knowledge and passion of a private local guide of Florence and discover all the secrets behind Michelangelo's David, the stately symbol of Florence! During your vacation in Florence you simplycannot miss out on meeting one of the most famous and eclectic artists in the world: Michelangelo. Your professional guide will reveal the secrets of the ACCADEMIA GALLERY and the creation of Michelangelo’s world renowned masterpieces, such as the original version of David, I Prigioni and San Matteo. This is a must and will be a discovery for anyone interested in Michelangelo. It really is a once-in-the-life experience to stand in front of David. At the end of the private guided tour you will have the possibility to stay in the museum for as long as you like. An intimate experience not to be missed!

Enjoy a private tour to visit the most important and famous museum in Venice, the Accademia Galleries. Inside, you'll see the extraordinary collection of Venetian paintings created between the 14th and 18th centuries by great masters who made the history of European painting. You can admire works belonging to the Byzantine art, to the Gothic period, until you meet the Renaissance artists such as Bellini, Giorgione, Tintoretto and Carpaccio and the 1600 "landscape artists" such as Longhi, Canaletto, Guardi. The Galleries of the Accademia also host the "Vitruvian Man", the famous pencil drawing made by Leonardo da Vinci at the end of the 15th century. Because of its inestimable value, the work is exhibited only on rare occasions. At the end of the tour, you'll have the chance to walk, with your guide, around the "artistic" Dorsoduro district "Sestiere Dorsoduro". There, you'll see the most representative spots such as Campo Santa Margherita, Fondamenta Zattere and Campo San Barnaba.

Discover, led by a passionate local guide, the most important masterpieces by Michelangelo as the David, “I Prigioni, “San Matteo” and the “Palestrina Pietà”.

A private guided visit of the GALLERIA DELL’ACCADEMIA. Inside the museum you will find the original plaster model by Giambologna for the marble sculptures of the Rape of the Sabines (Loggia dei Lanzi) and 15th-16th century art pieces from the Mannerist school. These are followed by the Slaves (originally for the tomb of Julius II), the S. Matthew and the Pietà from Palestrina, one of four compositions of the same subject that acts as a guard of honour to Michelangelo ‘s DAVID. It is located in the beautiful radiant Tribune situated at the far end of this spectacular gallery. Book a ticket and skip the line with us!

The Uffizi Gallery is considered one of the most iconic and important museums in the world of art. People from all over the world come to Florence to see with their own eyes all these incredible masterpieces and treasures that it contains. Marvel at the most iconic masterpieces created by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Filippo Lippi, Caravaggio and others. At Accademia Gallery immerse yourself in the world of Michelangelo Buonarotti and his remarkable David, while exploring the museum with our guide. This statue is rightfully considered one of the most famous in the world. David has become one of the most recognisable works of Renaissance sculpture; a symbol of strength and youthful beauty. Learn about the difficult fate of David's creation, and why this statue is considered one of the acmes not only of the Renaissance, but also of human genius in general. What is the meaning of his pose, and why Michelangelo portrayed the young man just like that.

The Accademia Gallery is the mandatory stop for all those who wish to admire Michelangelo's original David. This is only one of his masterpieces on display, others including the Palestrina Pietà, Saint Matthew and the four unfinished Prisoners. During this guided visit in the Room of the Colossus we can admire the plaster model for Jean de Boulogne’s most famous work, the Rape of the Sabine Women, which is now at the Loggia dei Lanzi, in Piazza della Signoria. The tour pays attention to a representative selection of XIV-XVIth century Florentine painting at the Gallery. The Gypsothech of the Accademia houses many interesting models in gesso by XIX century sculptors – Lorenzo Bartolini and Luigi Pampaloni. During the tour we will see the collection of musical instruments on loan from the Conservatoire. It includes two of the three surviving instruments of the Medici String Quintet, built by Stradivarius for the Grand Duke.

The Accademia Gallery is one of Florence's most famous museums, attracting numerous visitors year-round. Yet, navigating the entrance queues can sometimes take a substantial amount of time, ranging from one to two hours or even longer. However, with the convenience of priority-entrance admission, your guide efficiently ushers you inside, commencing your fascinating tour promptly. Once you step inside, marvel at the iconic masterpiece of Michelangelo's David and various other significant artworks on display. Your knowledgeable guide shares captivating insights about these artistic treasures, making the experience all the more enriching. Following the guided visit, you can explore the gallery at your own leisurely pace, unrestricted by time constraints. Take your time to wander through the diverse collection of Renaissance masterpieces from renowned artists like Botticelli and Lippi.

Discover the second most visited museum in Florence with a private guide, who in an hour will let you discover Michelangelo's David, one of the most famous Florentine symbols, a sculpture made of marble (h. 520 cm) by Michelangelo Buonarroti between 1501 and the beginning of 1504, considered a masterpiece of world sculpture, is one of the emblems of the Renaissance and a symbol of Florence and of Italy abroad. You will retrace one of the places with the highest number of sculptures by Michelangelo, the museum of musical instruments, the largest collection of paintings with a gold background and the Sala dei Prigioni with sculptures designed for Pope Julius II. With your personal guide you will enter from the priority entrance to the museum and enjoy a journey into the life of the genius of Michelangelo Buonarroti, to discover Renaissance sculpture. After the end of the tour you will be able to stay inside the museum to be able to appreciate more his works and sculptures.

Give yourself a beautiful time and visit Accademia Gallery, a must-see  in Florence. Our informative tour with local guide provides wonderful exploration within museum rooms, artworks, paintings, Stradivari violins and the most important highlight of this tour: Michelangelo's David.

Skip the long general line without wasting your precious time waiting for your entrance 2+ hours. As is known Galleria dell’Accademia is one of the most important attractions that must visit in the historical city of Florence. Make this entrance smoother by pre booking skip the line ticket with Timed entry and a live Private Guide explaining the highlights of this amazing museum. Easy to have a private tour with a Host who greets you, prepares you and introduce you with the guide as needed and obviously makes you have the immediate direction to the red line. Ready to enjoy the masterpieces of Michelangelo (most famous DAVID), Botticelli, Ghirlandaio and many others. – Equipment with priority entrance ticket instead of the long tedious line. -Admire Michelangelo’s “David” one of the world’s most famous statues in person with the explanation from a private licensed guide.

No visit to Florence would be complete without a true encounter with the artistic genius it is famous for. Get the lowdown on Michelangelo and the real David. Visit this top Florence art museum with an insider and enjoy a genuine Florence experience with our top expert guide.

See the most important works of Michelangelo in Florence in one tour: Accademia Gallery and Medici Chapels. At the Accademia you will find his world-famous original David, the must-see for all admirers of Michelangelo. At the Medici Chapels you will see the New Sacristy with the figures of Day and Night, Dawn and Dusk and young Medici dukes. The tour might start at Accademia Gallery or Medici Chapels, depending on the ticket availability. Ticket prices are not included and should be booked in advance. Please note I am no longer able to book entry tickets for the museum on visitors' behalf. The museum now requires a non-refundable booking fee payable by credit card at the moment of reservation, with the cost of the ticket itself due at the time of the visit.

Accompanied by your own private guide, you can discover some of the most fascinating locations of Florence city center and top attractions of the city on a 3 hours walking tour, the tour includes the Accademia Gallery too. Tickets are NOT included in the price. Florence with a private guide is the best way to experience and get the feeling of this wonderful city.  Discover Florence with a private professional guide who will reveal all the most hidden spots as well as the highlights that you cannot miss like Michelangelo's David. Discover the main attractions, such as Piazza della Signoria, the Ponte Vecchio and hidden gems of this magic city.