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Slide 1 of 9, Statue of David at Accademia Gallery, Florence, viewed by tourists with reserved tickets.
Statue of David at Accademia Gallery, Florence, viewed by tourists with reserved tickets.
Explore at your pace
Audio guide
  • Enjoy timed entry to the Accademia Gallery at your chosen time slot and make the most of your visit.

  • Admire Michelangelo’s David, the Hall of the Colossus, and other Renaissance masterpieces.

  • Explore Europe’s oldest art-school-turned-museum at your own pace with full-day access.

  • Enjoy the most budget-friendly way to experience Florence’s art scene hassle-free.

  • Upgrade with an audio guide or a digital guidebook or a guided tour for deeper insights and stories.

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  • Enjoy timed entry to the Accademia Gallery at your chosen time slot and make the most of your visit.

  • Admire Michelangelo’s David, the Hall of the Colossus, and other Renaissance masterpieces.

  • Explore Europe’s oldest art-school-turned-museum at your own pace with full-day access.

  • Enjoy the most budget-friendly way to experience Florence’s art scene hassle-free.

  • Upgrade with an audio guide or a digital guidebook or a guided tour for deeper insights and stories.

from Original price€29.90
€25.90

13% off

Slide 1 of 12, Guide leading tour group in Accademia Gallery, Florence, with Michelangelo's David in background.
Guide leading tour group in Accademia Gallery, Florence, with Michelangelo's David in background.
1 hr
  • Explore the Accademia Gallery with a licensed expert guide and uncover the stories behind Florence’s Renaissance masterpieces.

  • Discover how this former art school became one of Florence’s most iconic museums.

  • Explore seven halls of Renaissance art and see Michelangelo’s legendary David.

  • Hear captivating stories and insights about the artists and their masterpieces.

  • Enjoy an affordable, top-rated guided tour in your preferred language (English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese and German).

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  • Explore the Accademia Gallery with a licensed expert guide and uncover the stories behind Florence’s Renaissance masterpieces.

  • Discover how this former art school became one of Florence’s most iconic museums.

  • Explore seven halls of Renaissance art and see Michelangelo’s legendary David.

  • Hear captivating stories and insights about the artists and their masterpieces.

  • Enjoy an affordable, top-rated guided tour in your preferred language (English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese and German).

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€32
Slide 1 of 11, Bearded Slave sculpture in Accademia Gallery, Florence, with visitors viewing nearby.
Bearded Slave sculpture in Accademia Gallery, Florence, with visitors viewing nearby.
Explore at your pace
Audio guide
  • Combine timed entry to the Uffizi and Accademia (two of Florence’s top‑visited galleries) in a single self‑guided plan with audio commentary at both.

  • Uffizi Gallery: Reserved‑time priority entry to the permanent collection, with an optional digital audio guide or guided tour so you explore independently with commentary when you want it.

  • Accademia Gallery: Timed entry at a fixed slot, with optional multilingual audio guide or guided tour focusing on the David hall and main sculpture rooms while you move at your own pace.

  • Use both tickets on the same day or space them across different days, depending on the time slots you select and how much time you want in each gallery.

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  • Combine timed entry to the Uffizi and Accademia (two of Florence’s top‑visited galleries) in a single self‑guided plan with audio commentary at both.

  • Uffizi Gallery: Reserved‑time priority entry to the permanent collection, with an optional digital audio guide or guided tour so you explore independently with commentary when you want it.

  • Accademia Gallery: Timed entry at a fixed slot, with optional multilingual audio guide or guided tour focusing on the David hall and main sculpture rooms while you move at your own pace.

  • Use both tickets on the same day or space them across different days, depending on the time slots you select and how much time you want in each gallery.

from Original price€60.90
€47.85

21% off

Slide 1 of 11, Visitors viewing Botticelli's "Birth of Venus" and Michelangelo's "David" in Florence museums.
Visitors viewing Botticelli's "Birth of Venus" and Michelangelo's "David" in Florence museums.
Explore at your pace
  • Timed entry means that you enter at your appointed time, so you can skip the ticket lines at both Uffizi and Accademia for a smooth, stress-free experience.

  • Explore Renaissance masterpieces at the Uffizi, including Botticelli’s Birth of Venus, da Vinci’s Annunciation, and works from the Medici collection.

  • Get escorted into the Accademia to see Michelangelo’s David, the Hall of Colossus, and striking Florentine Gothic art.

  • Perfect for first-timers, this combo covers Florence’s top two galleries in one easy visit.

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  • Timed entry means that you enter at your appointed time, so you can skip the ticket lines at both Uffizi and Accademia for a smooth, stress-free experience.

  • Explore Renaissance masterpieces at the Uffizi, including Botticelli’s Birth of Venus, da Vinci’s Annunciation, and works from the Medici collection.

  • Get escorted into the Accademia to see Michelangelo’s David, the Hall of Colossus, and striking Florentine Gothic art.

  • Perfect for first-timers, this combo covers Florence’s top two galleries in one easy visit.

from Original price€67.75
€49.86

26% off

Slide 1 of 11, Uffizi Gallery courtyard and Michelangelo's David at Accademia in Florence.
Uffizi Gallery courtyard and Michelangelo's David at Accademia in Florence.
1 hr - 1 hr 30 mins
  • Skip the queues with fast-track entry to Florence’s art royalty, the Uffizi and the Accademia.

  • See them both in one day or split your visits—your schedule, your choice.

  • Join a guided tour in English, Spanish, or Italian, and uncover the stories, secrets, and rivalries behind the world’s greatest masterpieces.

  • At the Uffizi, step into the beating heart of the Renaissance and stand before Botticelli’s spellbinding Birth of Venus.

  • At the Accademia, meet Michelangelo’s towering David and explore works by Leonardo da Vinci and other masters who shaped an era.

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  • Skip the queues with fast-track entry to Florence’s art royalty, the Uffizi and the Accademia.

  • See them both in one day or split your visits—your schedule, your choice.

  • Join a guided tour in English, Spanish, or Italian, and uncover the stories, secrets, and rivalries behind the world’s greatest masterpieces.

  • At the Uffizi, step into the beating heart of the Renaissance and stand before Botticelli’s spellbinding Birth of Venus.

  • At the Accademia, meet Michelangelo’s towering David and explore works by Leonardo da Vinci and other masters who shaped an era.

from Original price€84
€77.28

8% off

Slide 1 of 16, Visitors walking through the arcade of the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy.
Visitors walking through the arcade of the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy.
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  • Home to Michelangelo's David, the Accademia holds one of the world's most recognized sculptures under one roof.

  • Timed entry to see David up close, alongside the unfinished Prisoners and a collection of 15th-century Florentine masterpieces.

  • Pre-booked access means your slot is guaranteed before you arrive, no walk-up ticket counter needed.

  • Audio guide included, covering David's history and the gallery's key works at your own pace.

  • Combine with Uffizi Gallery and the Duomo for a full Florence Renaissance circuit in one booking.

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  • Home to Michelangelo's David, the Accademia holds one of the world's most recognized sculptures under one roof.

  • Timed entry to see David up close, alongside the unfinished Prisoners and a collection of 15th-century Florentine masterpieces.

  • Pre-booked access means your slot is guaranteed before you arrive, no walk-up ticket counter needed.

  • Audio guide included, covering David's history and the gallery's key works at your own pace.

  • Combine with Uffizi Gallery and the Duomo for a full Florence Renaissance circuit in one booking.

from Original price€108.90
€82.16

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Slide 1 of 10, Guests taking a selfie in front of Michelangelo's David in Florence.
Guests taking a selfie in front of Michelangelo's David in Florence.
1 hr - 3 hrs
  • Enter with a reserved time slot to see Michelangelo's David up close at the Accademia Gallery.

  • Join a small-group walking tour through Florence's historic center with a local expert.

  • Explore Renaissance landmarks like the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, and Dante's House.

  • Get fascinating stories behind Florence's architecture, art, and legendary figures.

  • Ideal first-timer combo: city orientation plus entry to one of Italy's most iconic galleries.

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  • Enter with a reserved time slot to see Michelangelo's David up close at the Accademia Gallery.

  • Join a small-group walking tour through Florence's historic center with a local expert.

  • Explore Renaissance landmarks like the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, and Dante's House.

  • Get fascinating stories behind Florence's architecture, art, and legendary figures.

  • Ideal first-timer combo: city orientation plus entry to one of Italy's most iconic galleries.

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€35
Slide 1 of 10, Couple admiring Michelangelo's David at Accademia Gallery, Florence.
Couple admiring Michelangelo's David at Accademia Gallery, Florence.
1 hr - 1 hr 30 mins
  • Explore the Accademia Gallery with a private guide and see Michelangelo’s original David and other Renaissance masterpieces.

  • Visit the Sala dei Prigioni, Museum of Musical Instruments, and other galleries as your guide brings the collection to life.

  • Tailor the tour to your interests with a dedicated guide who can focus on the artists, works, and stories you want to hear.

  • Walk through Florence’s historic center as part of the experience, then stay inside the museum to explore at your own pace.

  • Keep the experience personal with a private itinerary designed around your interests, ideal for families, couples, or small groups.

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  • Explore the Accademia Gallery with a private guide and see Michelangelo’s original David and other Renaissance masterpieces.

  • Visit the Sala dei Prigioni, Museum of Musical Instruments, and other galleries as your guide brings the collection to life.

  • Tailor the tour to your interests with a dedicated guide who can focus on the artists, works, and stories you want to hear.

  • Walk through Florence’s historic center as part of the experience, then stay inside the museum to explore at your own pace.

  • Keep the experience personal with a private itinerary designed around your interests, ideal for families, couples, or small groups.

from Original price€145
€137.75

5% off

Slide 1 of 12, Florence Cathedral's red-tiled dome and marble facade under blue sky, part of Florence in a Day tour.
Florence Cathedral's red-tiled dome and marble facade under blue sky, part of Florence in a Day tour.
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  • Visit all of the best sites in Florence in a single day! Save money and avoid the hassle of booking individual tickets with this combo tour.

  • Savor immortal paintings and sculptures by the pioneers of the Italian Renaissance, and stroll the heart of the city from Ponte Vecchio to Piazza Signoria.

  • See the symbol of Florence, the stunning Cathedral, and admire Brunelleschi’s Dome from outside.

  • Enter at your selected time into the Accademia Gallery and gasp at artworks from around the world, including Michelangelo's masterpiece, David.

  • After a lunch break, you'll head over to Uffizi to encounter iconic works like Carravaggio’s Medusa and Sandro Boticelli’s Birth of Venus.

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  • Visit all of the best sites in Florence in a single day! Save money and avoid the hassle of booking individual tickets with this combo tour.

  • Savor immortal paintings and sculptures by the pioneers of the Italian Renaissance, and stroll the heart of the city from Ponte Vecchio to Piazza Signoria.

  • See the symbol of Florence, the stunning Cathedral, and admire Brunelleschi’s Dome from outside.

  • Enter at your selected time into the Accademia Gallery and gasp at artworks from around the world, including Michelangelo's masterpiece, David.

  • After a lunch break, you'll head over to Uffizi to encounter iconic works like Carravaggio’s Medusa and Sandro Boticelli’s Birth of Venus.

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€100

Pro tips to help you make a pick

On-spot ticketing can mean a 2-hour wait during peak season. Book skip-the-line tickets to go straight into the gallery without delay!

Timed entry tickets limit your visit to 1.5 hours. For an easier entry, choose a host to meet you at the entrance, secure your ticket, and help you enter smoothly. Note that hosts are not guides.

The Accademia Gallery holds countless rare works beyond the David. Guided tours offer insider insights and fascinating details about these lesser-known masterpieces.

For a full Renaissance art experience, get a combo ticket for the Uffizi and Accademia galleries, two pillars of Florentine art and culture. No need to rush through both galleries in one day. Combo tickets allow you to visit the Uffizi and Accademia on separate days, giving you time to fully appreciate each.

Florence has more than just its galleries—like the iconic Duomo. Book Cathedral Square tickets to explore Florence’s top sites at your pace.

About Accademia Gallery

While Michelangelo's David steals the show, the Accademia offers much more. Uncover hidden gems in the Sala del Dossale, explore Ghirlandaio's vibrant frescoes, and get lost in the beauty of Renaissance portraiture. Discover, purchase, and explore ticket options effortlessly with us.


AddressVia Ricasoli, 66, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
Year opened1882
Expected wait time - Standard1-2 hours (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)

Did you know?

Michelangelo's David was sculpted from a single block of marble and was originally placed in the square outside the parliament building.

The gallery derives its name from the collections that were housed for the students of the adjacent Fine Arts Academy.

A hidden delight resides within the Accademia: the Museum of Musical Instruments. It boasts an impressive collection of instruments, including Stradivari violins.

Explore the gallery's "Hall of Prisoners," unveiling Michelangelo's unfinished sculptures and illuminating his creative process.

Why visit Accademia Gallery?

Michelangelo's David:

Witness the awe-inspiring masterpiece of Renaissance sculpture—Michelangelo's David. This iconic work showcases unparalleled attention to detail and an extraordinary grasp of human anatomy.

Michelangelo's Other Masterpieces:

Beyond David, explore additional wonders by Michelangelo, including his captivating unfinished sculptures known as the "Slaves," offering a fascinating glimpse into his creative process.

Florentine Art Collection:

Immerse yourself in centuries of Florentine art with a diverse collection featuring works by revered artists such as Botticelli, Giambologna, and Ghirlandaio.

Historic Significance:

Step into a building with a rich history, once a hospital and convent, now transformed into a globally recognized art gallery preserving Italy's artistic heritage.

Insight into Renaissance Techniques:

Delve into the Renaissance art movement, gaining profound insights into techniques as you marvel at the precision, delicate brushwork, and masterful use of perspective and chiaroscuro in the exhibited artworks.

Highlights

Plan your visit

Main entrance

Main entrance

Situated close to the ticket office of the Accademia Art Gallery, this entrance is dedicated to visitors holding tickets, including a Firenze Card or other museum passes. This entrance is also used by visitors who are looking to book tickets on-spot.

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What our guests say

Hortensia C

Spain
Family
6 days ago
A unique experience. They changed our entry time to the Galleries, but we had a great time. The second floor, where the most famous paintings are, was a bit more crowded, but you could still view them in detail.

Combo: Uffizi Gallery + Accademia Gallery Timed Entry Tickets with Audio Guide

Kerri D

Australia
Couple
6 days ago
We had limited time in Florence. The Accademia Gallery, where David statue lives, were all booked out for the date we wanted. Saw a listing from headout, offered a time and the date we wanted. We saw David and the museum, an amazing place.

Accademia Gallery Timed Entry Tickets

Carlos R

United States
Group
Last week
Eliza was a great tour guide. Super passionate and really took the time to explain every masterpiece and how the David and other pieces were done

Accademia Gallery Timed Entry Tickets

Carlos R

United States
Group
Last week

+3 more

So much to see so little time but our guide took us to the masterpieces and took her time explaining to us not only the history of it, but also how to appreciate it.

Uffizi Tour +Accademia Tour

Antonino B

Couple
Last week

+1 more

I was surprised by the welcome, the professionalism, and the ease of booking... A magnificent visit in a must-see Florence.

Combo: Brunelleschi Dome + Accademia Gallery + Uffizi Gallery Tickets with Audioguide

Douglas S

Brazil
Couple
2 weeks ago

+3 more

Visiting the Uffizi Gallery is an extraordinary experience and without a doubt one of the highlights of a trip to Florence. Standing in front of works that shaped art history, especially those by Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, and Michelangelo, is hard to put into words. The richness of the collection is impressive, but what charms you most is seeing how art and history meet in every single room. Buying tickets through Headout was simple and convenient, and the scheduled entry time made planning the visit so much easier. An unforgettable experience that I recommend to anyone coming to Florence. It's impossible to leave the Uffizi without seeing the city through different eyes.

Combo: Uffizi and Accademia Gallery Timed Entry Tickets

Odile B

France
Couple
Sep 2026

+1 more

The entrance is well signposted, and the lines for online tickets and the ticket office are clearly separated. The museum is very large, spread across two wings opposite the Palazzo Vecchio, but there is a set visitor route and it is relatively easy not to miss anything. Special mention, of course, to the works of Botticelli, the Birth of Venus and his Madonnas, as well as the sculptures of Leonardo da Vinci.

Combo: Uffizi and Accademia Gallery Timed Entry Tickets

Kenneth M

Portugal
Couple
2 weeks ago
Absolutely incredible without the trouble of waiting in line. I was able to stay out of the crowd. It was almost like I was by myself! I would recommend Skip the line for any Tour or excursion.

Combo: Palazzo Vecchio Skip-the-Line Tickets + Accademia Gallery Hosted Entry Tickets

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