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title: Small-group Accademia tour with access to David
lang: en
type: tour
city: Florence
country: Italy
price: 59
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.73
reviews: 371
duration_minutes: 60
languages: [de, en, it, fr, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 6 of 15 (Accademia Gallery & David Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-25
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/florence/tours/small-group-accademia-tour-with-access-to-david/
---

# Small-group Accademia tour with access to David

**Guidekin's take:** A small group capped at nine that pairs David with the Accademia's musical instrument rooms, a Stradivarius among them, led by a certified guide in 1h. The €59 per person is for the guiding only: museum ticket and reservation fee are paid separately, and every traveller needs ID matching the booking name. Rated 4.73 by 371 travellers.

In our comparison: #6 of 15 in Accademia Gallery & David Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Step into an intimate 60-minute small-group experience with no more than 9 guests, guided by a certified expert who brings Florence’s musical heritage to life.

Discover one of the city’s hidden treasures inside the Conservatorio Luigi Cherubini, home to an exceptional collection of historic instruments. Admire a rare 1690 Stradivarius and the first modern piano ever created in Florence, masterpieces that reflect centuries of musical innovation.

This carefully curated experience ensures a quiet, focused visit, designed for those who appreciate culture, history, and authenticity in a more personal setting.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: You'll meet your guide right in front of…
- Max 9 people: small group
- 14 start times: between 08:15 and 15:17
- Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Children from €44: ages 6 to 12

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €59 per person for the English-meet 15 minutes before option; other options up to €71
- Duration: 1h
- Rating: 4.73/5 from 371 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Keys Of Italy / Florence
- Group: Shared, up to 9 travellers
- Guide languages: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Start times: 14 start times between 08:15 and 15:17
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-25

## Reviews

4.73 from 371 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 348 of 371.

- 5 stars: 313 (84%)
- 4 stars: 35 (9%)
- 3 stars: 10 (3%)
- 2 stars: 5 (1%)
- 1 star: 8 (2%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the art explanations and small group attention, though some still report long entry queues.

**Praised:**
- Detailed art history that helps visitors understand David and Michelangelo's techniques
- Friendly, passionate guides who explain the artwork in accessible language
- Small groups that make questions and personal attention easier
- Musical instruments and other sculptures add interest beyond David
- Freedom to explore the gallery independently after the guided visit

**Complaints:**
- Some struggled to identify their guide, while others found the meeting straightforward
- Some entered promptly, while others faced long queues despite skip the line tickets

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2023-11-15 to 2026-09-29); 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| English-meet 15 minutes before | €59 / person | English | - |
| Spanish | €70 / person | Spanish | - |
| German | €70 / person | German | - |
| French | €70 / person | French | - |
| Italiano | €71 / person | Italian | - |

## What's included

- Small Group tour
- Personalized service
- Relaxed atmosphere: No massive groups: maximum 9 people per group
- Professional certified guide

## Not included

- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Tips (tips in Italy are optional but welcomed if you liked the service)

## Itinerary

1. **Galleria dell'Accademia** (admission included) - The Accademia Gallery is one of the most exciting museums in the world. Smaller than the Uffizi Gallery, it offers a collection of unique treasures that make a visit a must during your stay in Florence. This tour was developed with the help of specialists in Art History. As a...

## Schedule

- Runs: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Departures: 14 start times between 08:15 and 15:17
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-25
- 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

You'll meet your guide right in front of the entrance of the Museum, beside the ticket office (building number 47 blue)
Your guide will hold a "KEYS of ITALY" sign, our tour operator name.
Please, arrive 15 minutes before the departing time.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJJ7mRvIxVKhMRx6JB-q73TG0

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The supplier is not responsible for any internal issue regarding the Museum's organization e.g closed rooms without previous advise (such as the Musical instrument's room) or queues. In case of closed rooms, a different itinerary may be taken
- 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 Gallery
- 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.
- Cost of direct ticket: 24€ in total (€20 admission ticket + €4 reservation fee)

Booking asks for: dates of birth

## Compared with other Accademia Gallery & David Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #6 of 15** | €59 | 1h | 4.73 (371) | shared, max 9 |
| [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 #6 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.

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