Skip-the-Line Michelangelo's David & Florence Academy Guided Tour w Hotel Pickup
2 h
Skip The Line
With guide
Pick up
Instant confirmation
About this activity
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Galleria dell'Accademia, Via Ricasoli, 58/60, 50122, Florence Italy
After you meet with your guide you walk to one of the city’s top museums, the Accademia and there is no waiting in queues as with your skip-the-line access you head straight inside. The museum has many famous artworks, the most famous being of course the legendary, youthful statue of David, which became the enduring image of the Republic of Florence. Take time to walk around this collosal statue and appreciate its true magnificence from every angle. Cut from a single square of Carrara marble this masterpiece was executed when Michelangelo was in his mid-20’s. It is 17 feet (5.17 metres) tall and represents the biblical figure of David who slayed the giant Goliath. In 1504 this statue came to symbolize the defense of civil liberties embodied in the Republic of Florence.
In addition to David the Accademia houses several incomplete works by Michelangelo as well as other artworks by Botticelli, Paolo Uccello and Andrea del Sarto to name a few.
Take advantage of your guide’s encyclopedic knowledge and learn all about the wonderful treasurers of this splendid museum.
Duration: 2 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Galleria dell'Accademia, Via Ricasoli, 58/60, 50122, Florence Italy
After you meet with your guide you walk to one of the city’s top museums, the Accademia and there is no waiting in queues as with your skip-the-line access you head straight inside. The museum has many famous artworks, the most famous being of course the legendary, youthful statue of David, which became the enduring image of the Republic of Florence. Take time to walk around this collosal statue and appreciate its true magnificence from every angle. Cut from a single square of Carrara marble this masterpiece was executed when Michelangelo was in his mid-20’s. It is 17 feet (5.17 metres) tall and represents the biblical figure of David who slayed the giant Goliath. In 1504 this statue came to symbolize the defense of civil liberties embodied in the Republic of Florence.
In addition to David the Accademia houses several incomplete works by Michelangelo as well as other artworks by Botticelli, Paolo Uccello and Andrea del Sarto to name a few.
Take advantage of your guide’s encyclopedic knowledge and learn all about the wonderful treasurers of this splendid museum.
Duration: 2 hours
Included
- Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)
- All activities
- Professional art historian guide
- Local guide
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Local taxes
- Entry/Admission - Galleria dell'Accademia
- Guaranteed to skip the lines
Not included
- Gratuities
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Cultural
80%
Tourism
80%
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