Florence in a Day: David, Cathedral & City Highlights Guided Tour

What's included

What you'll see and do

1. Piazza San Marco

   Meet your expert guide and join your group in front of the monument of Manfredo Fanti at Piazza San Marco.

   Pass by without stopping

2. Galleria dell'Accademia

   Begin your journey at the Accademia Gallery with your timed entry tickets, where your expert guide will showcase Michelangelo’s world-famous Statue of David, unraveling its history and artistic brilliance along with other remarkable works housed in the museum. Learn the story of the famous David statue and its creator Michelangelo.

   60 minutes here · Admission included

3. Piazza Del Duomo

   Continue your tour in Duomo Square and follow your expert guide to discover the most famous monument in the heart of Florence. Benefit from their local knowledge in this intimate small group tour.

   15 minutes here

4. Afternoon tours include guided entry to the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore to admire its stunning frescoes and the remarkable details beneath Brunelleschi’s dome. Morning tours include an exterior visit, followed by independent entry after the tour with your pre-reserved tickets.

   30 minutes here · Admission included

5. Museo Dell'opera Del Duomo

   Depending on availability and timing, you will visit either the Duomo Museum, where original sculptures and reliefs reveal how the cathedral complex once looked—and how masters like Michelangelo and Donatello left their mark on the city, or the Florence Baptistery, where you will be able to gaze up at its glowing golden mosaics and discover why the famous bronze doors earned the name “Gates of Paradise.”

   15 minutes here · Admission included

6. Piazza della Signoria

   Then, continue your walk to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air museum filled with Renaissance sculptures and dominated by the historic Palazzo Vecchio.

   Pass by without stopping

7. Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi

   Pass the Uffizi Gallery from the outside and hear stories about the Medici family and the artists they supported.

   Pass by without stopping

8. Ponte Vecchio

   End your tour at the Ponte Vecchio, Florence’s oldest bridge, lined with traditional goldsmith shops.

   Pass by without stopping

9. Upgrade your experience by selecting the Giotto Bell Tower climb, which lets you ascend at your own pace for panoramic views across Florence’s timeless skyline.

   15 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Options you can book

• Accademia + Duomo

  Choose this option to see the statue of David at the Accademia but do not climb the Giotto Bell Tower Duration: 3 hours

• Accademia+ Bell Tower Climb

  Choose this option to visit the Accademia for the statue of David + Giotto’s Bell Tower as part of your tour. Duration: 3 hours

Before you book

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Languages

en

Ticket

Mobile Only

Runs on

Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

Group size

Up to 14 travelers per booking

Operated by

Walks In Europe

Know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Guided Cathedral visits take place on afternoon tours; morning tours include independent entry after the tour with your pre-reserved tickets.
• Low season (generally November to March) is often seen as an opportunity for renovation and maintenance. Therefore, sites may be closed during this period, often without warning.
• Please note that Cathedral entry is not available on Sundays.
• Individuals wearing sleeveless shirts and shorts above knees are not allowed inside the cathedral.
• Backpacks of any size or dimension, and any bag designed to be worn on the back, are not allowed.
• This tour includes portions that are outside and could be in the full sun. Please bring a hat, small umbrella, or sunscreen if you are sensitive to the sun.
• Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the tour. This is due to the timed entry of the tickets.
• It is not possible to join the tour after it has commenced.
• Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
• The baptistery is currently undergoing restoration of the vault's mosaics.
• Giotto’s Bell Tower has no lift available.
• Both the Duomo Museum and the Florence Baptistery are scheduled to be visited; however, depending on timing and availability, the tour may include only one of the two sites.
• You may be refused entry if you fail to comply with the cathedral’s dress requirements.
• The Cathedral is an active place of worship and may be closed to visitors at any time for liturgical services or religious ceremonies, sometimes without prior notice.
• 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 Accademia 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.
• Accademia Gallery admission ticket: €24

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