Florence: Statue of David Evening Tour

Florence: Statue of David Evening Tour

Take in Michelangelo's David at night with an escorted visit to the Accademia Gallery, and you’ll dodge the people lining up during the day. Access it without standing in line and enjoy viewing Michelangelo’s David with a knowledgeable guide.

About this activity

  • Duration

    1.5 - 3 hours

  • Free cancellation

    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

  • Live tour guide

    English

  • Reserve now & pay later

    Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.

Highlights

  • Enjoy an evening tour of the Accademia Gallery, avoiding the daytime crowds
  • Learn about Florence's Renaissance masters from an English-speaking guide
  • Marvel at Michelangelo's David as the day draws to an end
  • Visit masterpieces of Botticelli, Michelangelo, Ghirlandaio and other Artists
  • Small group setting to guarantee an intimate experience

Your experience

You’ll have the opportunity to tour the Accademia Gallery at twilight from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm before they open to the public.

Most visitors will have left for the day, so you will have peace and quite to fully appreciate the masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance after you purchase your tickets.

An experienced English-speaking guide will accompany you through the gallery, providing thoughtful commentary on renowned masterpieces by Michelangelo, Botticelli, Ghirlandaio, and others.

The Gipsoteca Bartolini contains fascinating sculptural exhibits.

The Museum of Musical Instruments has many curious artefacts on display.

For many of the people who visit the museum, however, seeing Michelangelo's great statue, David will be the highlight of their visit, as they will be able to view the artistry of many of the artists who have worked to make this famous sculpture throughout history.

Upon the conclusion of the guided segment of the tour, you are invited to further explore the museum at your leisure until the time of closing.

Not Suitable for
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users
What's Included
  • Professional, English-Speaking Guide
  • Skip-the-line entrance ticket
What's Excluded
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Tips (optional)

Itinerary

2 starting location options:

Monumento Equestre a Granduca Ferdinando I de' Medici, P.za della SS. Annunziata, 8

2
Accademia Gallery

Guided tour (1.5 hours)

3
Michelangelo's David

Visit, Guided tour

2 drop-off locations:

Galleria dell’Accademia di Firenze, Ponte Vecchio

Meeting Point

To Remember

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags
  • Tripods

Know before you go

  • - Large bags, backpacks, luggage and tripods cannot be brought into the Accademia Gallery. There is no coat check or space on-site to leave your belongings. Please leave such items at your hotel.
  • - Mandatory: Everyone is required to carry a copy of the identification page of their passports on all tours. A photo of the first page of your passport saved on your smartphone works as well.
  • - We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages.
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