Florence In A Day: David, Duomo, and Dome Climb
ID: GYG108418-155074
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Join Florence In A Day Tour to see two of the major sites: David and the Duomo efficiently. Enjoy pre-reserved tickets to see the Accademia and climb Brunelleschi's famous dome by joining this small group tour with a professional local guide.
Join the group at the Accademia gates to start your tour. There will be a maximum of 12 people so it is always an intimate experience. Learn the story of David and its creator Michelangelo. How does the copy replaced in Piazza della Signoria in 1910, still guard over the city of Florence? Challenge your guide about the 16th century art school in this Academy of Fine Arts. Hear about the purpose of the museum which now houses one of the greatest art collections in the world. Understand something of the influence and legacy of the ruling Medici family, and learn how this collection was bequeathed to the people of Florence by Anna Maria Lodovica, the last of the Medici.
Enjoy the Accademia Galleries and head to the Duomo. Walk through the beauty of priceless treasures of Gothic and Renaissance art as you see the imposing Cathedral of Florence dominating the skyline. Savour the artistic wonder for its size and for its the amazing marble decorations. Includes a pre-reserved visit to the Dome at the end of the tour and the option to climb the dome at your own leisure to admire scenic views of Florence and surrounding Tuscany.
See the Baptistry famous with its doors right in front of the cathedral Santa Maria Del Fiore. These are the Gates of Paradise but what you’ll see here are the copies of the original. ( originals are in the Museum). End the tour at one of these Squares so you can ask your guide for options of the best places to eat or drink an aperitivo. This tour is a great investment to save your time and to appreciate the potentially overwhelming series of art works with a scholarly local guide who manages to be fun at the same time.
Highlights
- Stroll around the Cathedral and the other monuments of the Duomo Square
- Make your visit memorable and interesting, combining local history, facts and snippets
- Climb the famous dome of Brunelleschi to see the size and internal decoration
- See the most important artworks contained in the Cathedral, visible from the Dome's internal terraces
- Visit the Academia Gallery to see the famous statue of David with pre-reserved tickets
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• A moderate amount of walking is involved
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Expect crowds in high season and holidays
• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums
• No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed
• Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women
• You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
All required protective equipment is provided
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Tour meets at the Accademia gates. Your guide will have a signboard that says Walks In Europe
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
