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Best of Florence: Small Group Tour David & Accademia with Duomo

4.7 Great 2045 reviews
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2h 30m–3h 30m
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English
Free cancellation Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Guidekin's take

David plus Duomo? in our Accademia Gallery & David Tours comparison. Choose Best of Florence for David and cathedral entry; €55 per person is NO ACCADEMIA, without David. 4.71 from 2,045 reviews.

Trade-off: Base excludes David; dome tier replaces city walk.

Last checked: September 18, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Overview

Guidekin summary

A small group walk that opens with timed entry to David at the Accademia, then Piazza della Signoria, the Baptistery doors and Ponte Vecchio, from €55 per person. Tiers add a Duomo climb or a private guide; on Sundays the cathedral is explained from outside, and knees and shoulders must be covered. Rated 4.71 by 2,045 travellers.

From the guide

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 & 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.

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 5 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

Best of Florence- NO ACCADEMIA

from €55 / person
Guide: English

Florence Duomo & City Tour: Skip the line at the Duomo and enjoy an extended walking tour of Florence's historic center. DOES NOT include the Accademia.

What this option includes

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Best of Florence

from €63 / person
Guide: English

Accademia & Cathedral: Timed entry ticket to David at Accademia & to Florence Cathedral with guided City Highlights Walking Tour

What this option includes

Duration: 3 hours

Exclusive Access Upgrade

from €184 / person
Guide: English

Dome Climb & Terraces: Best of Florence guided tour upgrade to include Cathedral Dome Climb and Exclusive Terrace Access (excluding city walk)

What this option includes

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

Private - 3 Davids of Florence

from €200 / person (for 2+ people)
Guide: English

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

What this option includes

Private 3 Davids of Florence: Uncover Florence’s three David sculptures at the Accademia Gallery, Bargello, and Piazza della Signoria with a private guide.

Private - Best of Florence

from €250 / person (for 2+ people)
Guide: English

Private - Best of Florence: Enjoy Michelangelo's David & the spectacular Duomo on this private and guided Renaissance city walking tour.

What this option includes

Duration: 3 hours

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 9 start times between 08:30 and 15:30
Scheduled through September 2027

This tour runs daily, with 9 start times between 08:30 and 15:30 depending on the date. Scheduled through September 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 18, 2026.

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)
Skip-the-line Florence Duomo climb (if option selected)
Timed entry ticket to Accademia Gallery (if option selected)
Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
Ponte Vecchio
Piazza Repubblica
Piazza della Signoria
Exclusive access to Duomo North Terrace (if option selected)
Reserved entry to the Florence Duomo
Palazzo Vecchio (exterior)

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

Itinerary

Galleria dell'Accademia Stop 1
If you select the option with the Accademia Gallery, begin your day with a timed entry ticket into the Florence Accademia to see Michelangelo's masterpiece, the jaw-dropping David.
1h
Admission included
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore Stop 2
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.
1h
Admission included
Piazza della Signoria Stop 3
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.
15 min
Palazzo Vecchio Stop 4
Pause outside the Palazzo Vecchio, the seat of Medici power, and now Florence's city hall.
Pass by
Mercato del Porcellino Stop 5
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.
20 min
Piazza della Repubblica Stop 6
Experience this lively and historic square as your guide shares its connection to Ancient Roman times.
Pass by
Ponte Vecchio Stop 7
Take to the streets to experience the endless charm of Florence and the remarkable Ponte Vecchio
15 min

Departure & Return

Start point

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.

End point

Ponte Vecchio

Additional Information

  • 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.
  • 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.

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund

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