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Best of Florence: Small Group Tour Skip-the-Line David & Accademia with Duomo

Q: Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets in Piazza di San Marco at the Monument to General Manfredo Fanti statue in the center of the square..

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Overview

Experience the Tuscan capital's top attractions on a small-group walking tour through Florence. Begin with skip-the-line access to view Michelangelo's 'David' in the Accademia Gallery and the Duomo. Afterwards your guide takes you to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art gallery where Michelangelo's David was originally supposed to stand. Then explore the streets of Florence, taking in landmarks like the Ponte Vecchio bridge, Palazzo della Signoria e Piazza della Repubblica.

If you select the VIP David & Duomo option at time of booking, instead of a Florence walking tour, you'll spend more time in the Duomo, getting exclusive access to the Duomo's North Terrace and climbing to the top of the Dome for stunning panoramic views of Florence.

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What's Included

✓ Included

Skip-the-Line ticket to Accademia Gallery
Local English-speaking guide
Small group of 18 people or fewer
Skip-the-Line ticket to the Florence Duomo
Expertly guided walking tour of Florence (Best of Florence tour only)
Skip-the-line Florence Duomo climb (if option selected)
Exclusive access to Duomo North Terrace (if option selected)

✗ Not Included

Gratuities
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

Itinerary

Stop 1

Begin your day by skipping the line into the Florence Accademia to see Michelangelo's masterpiece, the jaw-dropping David.

Stop 2

Your Florence tour continues to Florence Duomo. You'll skip the line to enter the Cathedral with your guide which will tell you all about the history and the secrets of this incredible church. If you select the VIP David & Duomo option at time of booking, you'll also gain exclusive access to the Duomo's North Terrace for just you and your small group to explore without the crowds. Then your tour will finish with a climb to the top of the Duomo for stunning panoramic views of Florence.

Stop 3

If you chose the Best of Florence option at time of booking, your guided walking tour takes you first to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art gallery where Michelangelo's David was originally supposed to stand.

Stop 4

Pause outside the Palazzo Vecchio, the seat of Medici power, and now Florence's city hall.

Stop 5

From Piazza Signoria you'll pass by the Uffizi Gallery and a handful of wonderful hidden sights, like Il Porcellino, the pig whose snout promises luck.

Stop 6

Experience this lively and historic square as your guide shares its connection to Ancient Roman times.

Stop 7

Take to the streets to experience the endless charm of Florence and the remarkable Ponte Vecchio

Meeting & End Point

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Meeting Point

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets in Piazza di San Marco at the Monument to General Manfredo Fanti statue in the center of the square.

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End Point

Ponte Vecchio

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Good to Know

Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our Guest Experience team at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
We are unable to accommodate guests with strollers on this tour.
We ask all guests (including children) bring ID on the day of their tour.
Please Note: This tour includes a VIP David & Duomo option, featuring a visit to the North Terrace and a Dome Climb. The Dome Climb is only available to guests aged 7 and older. Please take a moment to choose the option that best suits your interests.
Due to the religious nature of the Cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. Walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry.
Flip-flops, slippers, clogs and shoes with heels are prohibited inside the Cathedral.
On Sundays, we will not enter the Cathedral of Florence due to Sunday mass. The guide will provide an explanation of the Duomo from the outside. Additionally, entry will not be possible on exceptional days when the Cathedral is closed for liturgical ceremonies or special Duomo holidays; in those cases, your guide will provide the explanation from outside as well.
During Christmas, Easter periods, and liturgical celebrations, due to increased visitor traffic, the Duomo skip-the-line option is not guaranteed. As a result, you may encounter a wait before entering the Duomo.

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Special Instructions

- Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
- We are able to accommodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our Guest Experience team at info@takewalks.com at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
- We are unable to accommodate guests with strollers on this tour.
- We ask all guests (including children) bring ID on the day of their tour.
- All guests must pass through security. No weapons or large items are allowed inside.
- Only small handbags are allowed inside the Accademia Museum. There is no bag check or storage available.
- Visitors to the Cathedral must mandatory use Luggage Storage (Piazza Duomo n. 38/r) to leave the following items before entry: suitcases, backpacks, and large or medium-sized bags.
- On Sundays, we will not enter the Cathedral of Florence due to Sunday mass. The guide will provide an explanation of the Duomo from the outside.
- Due to the religious nature of the Cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. You can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering the Cathedral. Walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry.
- Flip-flops, slippers, clogs and shoes with heels are prohibited inside the Cathedral.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
- During Christmas, Easter periods, and liturgical celebrations, due to increased visitor traffic, the Duomo skip-the-line option is not guaranteed. As a result, you may encounter a wait before entering the Duomo.