Michelangelo's David & Medici Treasures Accademia Gallery

Experience the magnificence of this long-standing artistic era at the Accademia Museum (home to ‘David’ and others) and some of Florence’s most famous sites through our two-part tour and through the experience of renewal to realize the Renaissance.

Your first part of the tour begins at the Accademia Museum located in the Piazza Della Repubblica (the location where many of these artworks were created during the Roman Era).

Meet your knowledgeable local guide at the Accademia Gallery and view the famous David up close.

In addition to seeing and discussing the statue, your guide will provide insights about Michelangelo, his innovative techniques, his ways of seeing sculpture differently, his indentations, and how he treated various materials.

You will also learn about what Michelangelo's early career was like and how he came to have a relationship with the powerful Medici family, and how his work represents the historical significance of David as an enduring icon of the Florentine Renaissance.

Square of the Republic, a major historic venue, is the center of all your past, present & future travel experiences and embodies both the Renaissance and the Roman Republic history of Italy.

Surrounding this square on the 3 sides are beautiful buildings built over time, each with their own unique façades that demonstrate a great deal of artistry and style, with many inviting you to explore this beautiful square by walking down the cobblestone paths that surround it while enjoying the ambience that surrounds you inside of the Square.

This vibe is created through the sound of musicians, performers, street vendors, and by all of the different types of architecture that exist in Florence; overall providing an opportunity for visitors to witness the rich history and energy of Florence on a daily basis.

As you make your way to the center of Florence, you will arrive at the political heart of the Renaissance: the Piazza della Signoria (Signoria Square).

The square has several important historic buildings including the Uffizi Gallery and the Palazzo Uguccioni.

It serves as a vibrant center for cultural activities, political activities, and day-to-day life in Florence.

In the middle of the piazza, there is a remarkable collection of sculptures and statues including the famous Fountain of Neptune and an impressive replica of David by Michelangelo.

In addition to all of the artwork outside, the Loggia dei Lanzi serves as an outdoor gallery with magnificent works of art such as Perseus with the Head of Medusa by Benvenuto Cellini.

Therefore, the Piazza della Signoria is one of the finest outdoor museums in the world featuring Renaissance art.

In this program, you will learn about the pinnacle of Renaissance art, through doing an exciting exploration about Florence’s unique cultural heritage, to understand why Florence has played such an important role in the artistic development throughout history as an inspiration.

You also will have an opportunity to view the beautiful Duomo by Brunelleschi — a remarkable architectural achievement!