Accademia Gallery: Discover David with the Official Audio Guide

This is the perfect tour for all those customers who wish to visit the Accademia Gallery in total freedom and at their own pace, guided by an audio commentary of expert art historians, recorded in their own language. Total immersion in the art of Michelangelo to know his most renowned work, the “David”, and other important works of art such as ''I Prigioni'' and ''San Matteo'' and the “Palestrina Pietà”.  The young Michelangelo carved the David from a huge block of rough marble in three years, creating an imposing sculpture of absolute beauty, an icon of the renaissance model. He depicted a magnificent nude young man at the height of his physical vigor, whose intense expression of strength and courage, which originated from an absolute faith in God, roses as a symbol of power and invincibility of the Florentine Republic at the time of its maximum splendor.

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   Galleria dell'Accademia

   Step into the world of Michelangelo and admire some of his greatest masterpieces, including the iconic David, the powerful Prisoners, San Matteo and the Palestrina Pietà. Carved by the young Michelangelo from a single massive block of rough marble, the David took three years to complete and became one of the most celebrated symbols of Renaissance beauty and genius. Continue your journey through Florentine art with remarkable paintings from the 15th and 16th centuries, including works by Sandro Botticelli, Paolo Uccello and Domenico Ghirlandaio. With your audio commentary, uncover fascinating stories, artistic details and historical context that bring the gallery’s masterpieces vividly to life."

• Wheelchair accessible
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Audio-guide not available for children under the age of 6
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

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