Best of Florence Small Group Tour David and Accademia with Duomo

4.7(2,208)3 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Walks - Italy & Spain

About this activity

Experience the Tuscan capital's top attractions on a small-group walking tour through Florence. Begin with a timed entry ticket to view Michelangelo's 'David' in the Accademia Gallery and the Duomo. Afterwards, your guide takes you to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art gallery where Michelangelo's David was originally supposed to stand. Then explore the streets of Florence, taking in landmarks like the Ponte Vecchio bridge, Palazzo della Signoria e Piazza della Repubblica.

If you select the VIP David and Duomo option at time of booking, instead of a Florence walking tour, you'll spend more time in the Duomo, getting exclusive access to the Duomo's North Terrace and climbing to the top of the Dome for stunning panoramic views of Florence. If you select the 3 Davids of Florence option at the time of booking, you’ll visit three iconic David sculptures at the Accademia Gallery, Bargello, and Piazza della Signoria with a private art-history-trained guide.

What's included

✓Bargello Museum (if 3 Davids option selected)
✓Local English-speaking guide
✓Expertly guided walking tour of Florence (Best of Florence tour only)
✓Exclusive access to Duomo North Terrace (Dome Climb & Terraces Option only)
✓Timed entry ticket to Accademia Gallery (if option selected)
✓Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
✓Ponte Vecchio
✓Skip-the-line Florence Duomo climb (Dome Climb & Terraces Option only)
✓Piazza Repubblica
✓Piazza della Signoria
✓Reserved entry to the Florence Duomo
✓Palazzo Vecchio (exterior)

Not included

✕Gratuities
✕Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

Meeting and pickup

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets in Piazza di San Marco at the Monument to General Manfredo Fanti statue in the center of the square.

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 the Guest Experience team at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
We are unable to accommodate guests with strollers on this 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.
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.
Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.
Please note that the order of stops and itinerary may vary.
Please note that the Galleria dell’Accademia admission ticket (€24 per person) is included in the tour price (€20 admission ticket + €4 reservation fee).
Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.
Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Accademia Gallery.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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