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Accademia Gallery Tickets & Michelangelo's David
Marvel at the pinnacle of Renaissance sculpture. Stand beneath the skylight of the Tribune and behold Michelangelo's world-famous marble statue of David in all its majestic detail.
Accademia Gallery Tickets & Guided Highlights Tours
Secure fast-track timed entrance or join an art historian for an inspiring tour of David.
★Must SeeAccademia Gallery Timed Entry Ticket & Audio Option
⏱ Flexible (avg. 1.5 hrs)
★# 1 selling tourAccademia Gallery David Guided Tour & Timed Entry
⏱ 1 hour
★Top pickSmall-Group David & Accademia Gallery Guided Tour
⏱ 1 hour
Top Treasures of Galleria dell'Accademia
Discover Michelangelo's greatest sculptures and precious Renaissance instruments.
- Michelangelo's David: Carved from a single block of Carrara marble between 1501 and 1504, standing over 5 meters tall.
- Hall of the Prisoners (Slaves): Four unfinished marble statues demonstrating Michelangelo's non-finito technique of liberating figures from stone.
- Museum of Musical Instruments: The Medici and Lorraine court collection including the world's oldest surviving Stradivari violin.
- Gothic & Renaissance Paintings: Extensive gold-ground altarpieces by Giotto, Orcagna, Botticelli, and Domenico Ghirlandaio.
Things to Do at Accademia Gallery
Galleria dell'Accademia was founded in 1784 by Grand Duke Peter Leopold of Lorraine as a teaching facility for students of the Academy of Fine Arts. The undisputed centerpiece is Michelangelo's David, moved here from Piazza della Signoria in 1873 to protect it from weather damage. Walk through the Hall of the Colossus, examine Giambologna's plaster model for the Rape of the Sabine Women, and admire the collection of historical musical instruments.
Opening Hours
| Tuesday – Sunday | 8:15 AM – 6:50 PM (Last entry 6:20 PM) |
| Mondays, Dec 25, Jan 1 | Closed |
Closed Mondays. Advance reservation is mandatory to guarantee entry.
How to Reach?
Via Ricasoli 58/60, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy.
Situated between Piazza San Marco and Piazza del Duomo, a brief 5-minute stroll north from Florence Cathedral.
Tickets Price & Info
Timed priority tickets start from €20. Combo tickets with the Uffizi Gallery provide a discounted rate for Florence's two premier museums.
Accademia Gallery Ticket Options
Compare skip-the-line passes and small-group guided tours.
| Ticket | Price | Duration | Highlight | Best For | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accademia Gallery Timed Entry Ticket & Audio Option | €22 / person | Timed Entry | Skip the line + full museum & instruments access | Seeing David up close without waiting in line | Select |
| Accademia Gallery David Guided Tour & Timed Entry | €45 / person | 1 hour | Standard Ticket | Avoid ticket-planning stress, and enter the Accademia Gallery at a reserved time. | Select |
| Small-Group David & Accademia Gallery Guided Tour | €52 / person | 1 hour | Skip the line | Visitors who prefer a more personal experience, with a small group. | Select |
Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before your visit.
Other Attractions in Florence
★BestsellerUffizi Gallery Priority Entry Ticket
⏱ 2.5 hours
Frequently Asked Questions
The original, world-famous marble statue of David by Michelangelo is housed in Galleria dell'Accademia (Via Ricasoli). A replica statue stands outside Palazzo Vecchio in Piazza della Signoria, and a bronze replica overlooks the city from Piazzale Michelangelo.
Ready to see Michelangelo's David?
Book your priority tickets in advance and skip the line at Galleria dell'Accademia.