About this tour
Spend three and a half hours with a knowledgeable guide exploring Florence's two most celebrated art collections. You'll stand before Michelangelo's David at the Accademia Gallery and trace the Medici dynasty's influence through the Renaissance masterpieces housed in the Uffizi—including Botticelli's Birth of Venus, works by Leonardo and Raphael. Radio transmitters ensure you hear every detail across both museums.
Highlights
- Michelangelo's David and his Prisoners sculptures at Accademia
- Botticelli's Birth of Venus in the Uffizi Gallery
- Leonardo da Vinci and Raphael paintings
- Medici family history woven through artworks
- Radio transmitters for clear audio throughout
- Expert-led narrative connecting Renaissance masterpieces
What to expect
Your guide meets you at an agreed point and equips you with a radio receiver so you can hear commentary clearly in busy galleries. At the Accademia, you'll examine Michelangelo's colossal marble David up close alongside his unfinished Prisoner statues. You then move to the Uffizi, where the guide contextualises the Medici family's patronage and shows you how Botticelli, Leonardo and Raphael shaped the Renaissance. Expect to stand, walk between galleries and absorb substantial art-historical detail. The pace is measured but covers significant ground.
Good to know
Gallery tickets (€20–€30 per person depending on age) are not included and must be purchased on the day at the meeting point. Your guide arranges advance entry. Fully wheelchair accessible. Prams welcome. Public transport stops nearby. Gratuities are optional.
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