Skip The Line: Best of Florence Walking Tour including Accademia Gallery and Duomo

Take a small group walking tour of Florence and visit the Accademia Gallery afterwards, to see Michelangelo's famous statue of David. Numbers are limited to a maximum of 20 people ensuring you'll receive personalized attention and audio headsets guarantee that you'll hear the guide clearly. And by booking ahead, you won't waste any time waiting in line at the Accademia Gallery!

Delve into the historic center of Florence on a three hour walking tour including the Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, Uffizi Square, the leather market and Accademia Gallery. Your local guide will identify architecture from the Middle Ages and Renaissance eras as you stroll the timeless streets of Florence.

Visit the former Ancient Forum, now Piazza della Repubblica and a popular meeting place for writers and artists. Glance Ghilberti's Baptistry Doors, known as the 'Gates of Paradise' and be sure to rub the nose of legendary il Porcellino' the boar, so that you may one day return again to Florence!

Dominating the Florentine skyline, Brunlleschi's imposing Duomo never fails to impress. Entry inside the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is astounding. Devour a delicious homemade Italian gelato before arriving at the Hospital of the Innocents, the first European orphanage.

Next, skip the line into the Accademia Gallery and marvel at Michelangelo's 17 foot David and enjoy the rest of the gallery's artistic works at your leisure.

Schedule details

Departure Dates:

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Departure Point:

Tour departs from near the Ponte Vecchio (the Old Bridge). The meeting place is easy to locate and your guide will be waiting for you.

Departure Time:

9:30am

Return Details:

The tour concludes inside the Accademia Gallery so you will have the opportunity to continue an independent visit.

Pricing information

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Additional information

Inclusions:

• Guaranteed to skip the long lines
• Entrance fees into Accademia Gallery
• Walking tour (maximum 20 people)
• Entry inside the Duomo (restrictions apply on Sunday and Religious holidays)
• One serving of homemade Gelato
  
• Headsets to hear your guide's commentary

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (optional)
• Hotel pickup and drop off

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 24 hours, subject to availability
• A moderate amount of walking is involved
• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
• No food, drink or photography permitted inside the Accademia Gallery
• Entry inside the Duomo may be restricted on Sundays and during religious festivals. If this occurs a detailed tour from the outside will be given

Local Operator Information:

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