Best of Florence: Small Group Tour Skip-the-Line David & Accademia with Duomo

Itinerary

1. 1
   Galleria dell'Accademia 1 hour · Admission included

   Begin your day by skipping the line into the Florence Accademia to see Michelangelo's masterpiece, the jaw-dropping David.

2. 2
   Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore 1 hour · Admission included

   Your Florence tour continues to Florence Duomo. You'll skip the line to enter the Cathedral with your guide which will tell you all about the history and the secrets of this incredible church. If you select the VIP David & Duomo option at time of booking, you'll also gain exclusive access to the Duomo's North Terrace for just you and your small group to explore without the crowds. Then your tour will finish with a climb to the top of the Duomo for stunning panoramic views of Florence.

3. 3
   Piazza della Signoria 15 minutes

   If you chose the Best of Florence option at time of booking, your guided walking tour takes you first to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art gallery where Michelangelo's David was originally supposed to stand.

4. 4
   Palazzo Vecchio Pass by

   Pause outside the Palazzo Vecchio, the seat of Medici power, and now Florence's city hall.

5. 5
   Mercato del Porcellino 20 minutes

   From Piazza Signoria you'll pass by the Uffizi Gallery and a handful of wonderful hidden sights, like Il Porcellino, the pig whose snout promises luck.

6. 6
   Piazza della Repubblica Pass by

   Experience this lively and historic square as your guide shares its connection to Ancient Roman times.

7. 7
   Ponte Vecchio 15 minutes

   Take to the streets to experience the endless charm of Florence and the remarkable Ponte Vecchio

Good to know

• Wheelchair accessible
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• We are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our Guest Experience team at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
• We are unable to accommodate guests with strollers on this tour.
• We ask all guests (including children) bring ID on the day of their tour.
• On Sundays, we will not enter the Cathedral of Florence due to Sunday mass. The guide will provide an explanation of the Duomo from the outside. Additionally, entry will not be possible on exceptional days when the Cathedral is closed for liturgical ceremonies or special Duomo holidays; in those cases, your guide will provide the explanation from outside as well.
• Due to the religious nature of the Cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. Walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry.
• Flip-flops, slippers, clogs and shoes with heels are prohibited inside the Cathedral.
• Please Note: This tour includes a VIP David & Duomo option, featuring a visit to the North Terrace and a Dome Climb. The Dome Climb is only available to guests aged 7 and older. Please take a moment to choose the option that best suits your interests.
• During Christmas, Easter periods, and liturgical celebrations, due to increased visitor traffic, the Duomo skip-the-line option is not guaranteed. As a result, you may encounter a wait before entering the Duomo.