--- title: David & Accademia Guided Tour with Timed Entry Ticket lang: en type: tour city: Florence country: Italy price: 37 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.54 reviews: 1781 duration_minutes: 60 duration_max_minutes: 180 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 15 of 15 (Accademia Gallery & David Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-26 data_updated: 2026-10-04 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/florence/tours/david-accademia-guided-tour-with-timed-entry-ticket/ --- # David & Accademia Guided Tour with Timed Entry Ticket **Guidekin's take:** Three ways to see David: an express guided hour at the Accademia with admission included, or tiers that add a walk past Piazza della Signoria and Ponte Vecchio or a guided Uffizi visit, from €37 per person. Full names must match your ID or entry is refused, and the meeting point changes with the tier. Rated 4.54 by 1781 travellers. In our comparison: #15 of 15 in Accademia Gallery & David Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Best of Florence with three flexible tour options designed to suit your time and interests. Start with a visit to the Accademia Gallery, where you’ll admire Michelangelo’s David and learn the stories behind this world-famous masterpiece with an expert guide. Choose to keep it short with a 1-hour express tour focused on David, upgrade to include a guided walk through Florence’s iconic landmarks such as Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio, and the Duomo (outside) or opt for a more in-depth experience combining the Accademia with the Uffizi Gallery, home to masterpieces by Botticelli and Leonardo da Vinci. Whether you’re looking for a quick highlight, a city overview, or a deeper dive into Renaissance art, each experience is led by knowledgeable guides and carefully designed to make the most of your time in Florence. ## Before you book - Meeting point: * Accademia Guided Tour * & * Accademia… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - 19 start times: between 08:30 and 17:00 - Children from €32: ages 6 to 17 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €37 per person for the Accademia Guided Tour Only option; other options up to €100 - Duration: 1h–3h - Rating: 4.54/5 from 1781 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Likely to sell out - Operator: City Wonders Ltd - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 19 start times between 08:30 and 17:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-26 ## Reviews 4.54 from 1781 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 89% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1586 of 1781. - 5 stars: 1327 (75%) - 4 stars: 259 (15%) - 3 stars: 89 (5%) - 2 stars: 43 (2%) - 1 star: 63 (4%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers value the guides' art and history insights, though priority entry does not always mean avoiding a queue. **Praised:** - Engaging explanations of David and Michelangelo's life and work - City walks that explain the history behind Florence's buildings and landmarks - Friendly guides who welcome questions and keep visitors involved - Many report smooth organisation and straightforward museum entry - Freedom to explore the museum independently after the guided visit **Complaints:** - Some enter quickly, while others still queue despite advertised priority access - Some report poorly fitting audio earpieces - Little time to get from the Accademia to the optional Uffizi tour - Some report missed tours after receiving conflicting start times Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-10-18 to 2026-10-02); last checked 2026-10-04. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Accademia Guided Tour Only | €37 / person | English | Duration: 1 hour With an Expert Guide: Explore the Accademia Gallery’s highlights, including Michelangelo’s David. No city tour included. Starting point: Piazza San Marco & Piazza di San Marco, Piazza San Marco & P.za di San Marco, 50121 Firenze FI, Italy | | Accademia + City Walking Tour | €45 / person | English | Meeting Point: Until December 31st, 2026: Meet near the Uffizi gallery From January 1st, 2027: Meet at Piazza San Marco Duration: 2 hours Walking Tour & Accademia Tour: See Michelangelo’s David, explore Florence with an expert guide and enjoy views of the iconic Duomo and historic city centre Starting point: Statua di Galileo Galilei, Piazzale degli Uffizi, 418, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy | | Accademia + Uffizi Gallery | €100 / person | English | Duration: 3 hours Upgrade Option: Start with a guided tour of the Accademia Gallery and Michelangelo’s David, followed by a guided visit to the Uffizi Gallery. Starting point: Piazza San Marco & Piazza di San Marco, Piazza San Marco & P.za di San Marco, 50121 Firenze FI, Italy | ## What's included - Guided city walking tour of Florence's iconic landmarks (if option selected) - See Michelangelo’s David, one of the world’s most famous sculptures, with expert guide commentary - Accademia Gallery Admission Ticket (all fees included) - Tour conducted in English - Guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery and its Renaissance masterpieces (if option selected) ## Not included - Gratuities - Hotel pickup and drop-off ## Itinerary 1. **Galleria dell'Accademia** (30m; admission included) - Enjoy a guided tour of the Accademia Gallery. Discover Michelangelo’s masterpieces and other Renaissance treasures as your expert guide brings their stories to life. 2. **David Di Michelangelo** (30m; admission included) - See Michelangelo's David up close as your guide explains the remarkable details, proportions, and symbolism that made it one of the world's most famous sculptures. 3. **Ponte Vecchio** (pass by, no stop) - If Accademia + City Walking Tour option selected: Cross Florence’s most iconic bridge, lined with historic jewelery shops, while your guide shares stories of merchants, secret passages, and Medici intrigue. 4. **Duomo** (pass by, no stop) - If Accademia + City Walking Tour option selected: Stand before Florence’s stunning cathedral as your guide reveals the story of Brunelleschi’s revolutionary dome and the ambition that transformed the city skyline. 5. **Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi** (1h 30m; admission included) - If Accademia & Uffizi option selected: Continue to the Uffizi Gallery for a guided visit. Admire masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, and Michelangelo while tracing the evolution of Renaissance art. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 19 start times between 08:30 and 17:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-26 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point * Accademia Guided Tour * & * Accademia + Uffizi Gallery * Meet your guide at Piazza San Marco, next to the Monument to Manfredo Fanti. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:Ej1QaWF6emEgU2FuIE1hcmNvICYgUC56YSBkaSBTYW4gTWFyY28sIDUwMTIxIEZpcmVuemUgRkksIEl0YWx5ImYiZAoUChIJ4SytZxtUKhMRLHZy9pGZgQQSFAoSCeEsrWcbVCoTESx2cvaRmYEEGhQKEgmZqFVdG1QqExHZEkT0OVHb-hoUChIJaZFlXxtUKhMR1XU3MrTYivgiCg3qBBgaFZHstQY Ends: The service concludes at Accademia Gallery ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Please make sure to double-check your meeting point, as it may change based on the option you booked - Full names of all participants must be provided at booking and must match a valid government-issued ID or passport. Entry to the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries will be refused if names do not match, and changes cannot be made after booking - Official Admission to the Galleria dell'Accademia di Firenze included (€20 – Adult (26+) admission ticket, €2 – Reduced admission ticket for European Union citizens aged 18–25 inclusive and Free admission for visitors under 18 years of age; children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult holding a valid ticket) - If Uffizi Option is selected: Entry tickets for the Uffizi Gallery included (€29 - Adult admission ticket, €2 - Reduced admission ticket for European Union citizens aged 18-25 inclusive and €0- Free admission for visitors under 18 years of age) - From January 1st, 2027, if your tour includes the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries, you will also enjoy a walking tour between venues, allowing your English-speaking guide to share fascinating stories and insights about Florence’s history and highlights along the way. Please note that the break between the two parts of the tour will no longer be included. ## Compared with other Accademia Gallery & David Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #15 of 15** | €37 | 1h–3h | 4.54 (1781) | shared | | [Florence Accademia Gallery Tour & Timed Entry Tickets Included](/italy/florence/tours/florence-accademia-gallery-tour-timed-entry-tickets-included/?format=md) | €37 | 1h 5m | 4.86 (3211) | shared | | [David & Duomo: Accademia & Exclusive Dome Access](/italy/florence/tours/david-duomo-accademia-exclusive-dome-access/?format=md) | €55 | 2h 30m | 4.82 (722) | shared | | [Semi private Florence Highlights walking tour with David](/italy/florence/tours/semi-private-florence-highlights-walking-tour-with-david/?format=md) | €110 | 3h 10m | 4.79 (1188) | shared | Ranked #15 of 15 in Accademia Gallery & David Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €25 to €145, median €55; typical length 2h. 0 of 15 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/italy/florence/accademia-david-tours/?format=md ## More in Florence - All Florence tours: https://guidekin.com/italy/florence/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/italy/florence/tours/david-accademia-guided-tour-with-timed-entry-ticket/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/italy/florence/?format=md