Statue of David Evening Tour
See the David and Accademia without the crowd
Seeing the David during the daytime can get quite crowded inside of the Accademia Gallery. With this after-hours evening experience, skip the lines and the crowds. This is the best time to admire the genius behind Michelangelo's David.
Tour Details
- Accademia Under the Stars
- Museum Masterpieces
- Michelangelo’s Statue of David
- Florence by Night
- Hidden Gems
Are you looking for unusual things to do in Florence? How about touring the Accademia Gallery at night? Not only does this special small group night tour let you skip the crowds, lines and heat, but it also provides a fresh way to see the Accademia's amazing collections. If you aren’t an early morning person, or you just want fewer distractions as you enjoy the gallery's treasures, this is the best evening tour for you. This 1.5-hour tour includes:
- - After-hours access to the Accademia Gallery
- - An English-speaking guide with expertise in art history
- - Visit the David with fewer crowds
- - A maximum group size of 15 people
COMPARE ALL FLORENCE TOURS
Night Tour of the Accademia Gallery
This Galleria dell'Accademia is home to one of the most celebrated statues in existence: the David. Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni was the only artist in Florence willing to work with this block of white marble, and he turned it into a masterpiece! Right behind the Uffizi Gallery, the Accademia Gallery is the most visited museum in Florence. This means that long lines are usually par for the course. Luckily, we reserve your skip the line Accademia tickets ahead of time. This means that the only line you will stand in is a short security line.
Please note: Short delays at the security check may occur during the busiest months, June and July. However, our team of experts works to prevent delays as much as possible.
Michelangelo's David
See Michelangelo's iconic Statue of David without the crowds surrounding it. When you enter the gallery in which the David stands, you'll immediately notice his height, beautiful smooth surface and determined expression. Your guide will explain how Michelangelo heroically carved this masterpiece out of a block of Carrara marble. Make sure you take a good look at Michelangelo's hands and feet - they are out of proportion as the David was supposed to be placed on top of the Florence Duomo.
Halls of the Accademia
Aside from Michelangelo's David, there's plenty else to see within the Accademia Gallery. Your guide will walk you through more of the Accademia Gallery highlights to capture the full experience. Among the most celebrated exhibits, you can find the Gipsoteca Bartolini, a large hall covered floor to ceiling in sculptures. There, you'll be transported back in time to a period during which the Accademia was a teaching gallery. In this hall, you can find countless works that aspiring Florentine artists crafted.
Additionally, you will have the chance to visit the Museum of Musical Instruments, Florentine Gothic Hall as well as the Hall of the Prisoners. In these galleries, you'll become acquainted with early forms of Gothic art that paved the way to the Italian Renaissance period.
Take Your Time and Explore the Collections
If you want to stay inside the Accademia Gallery after the conclusion of your evening tour, go right ahead! The gallery stays open for a little longer after the guided tour concludes. Take your time and revisit the David or your other favorite works of art.
What you get with this tour
See what people are saying
13 total reviews
Leave a reviewAverage customer rating
4.92 / 5 based on 13 total reviews
Really special
I've always wanted to see the David without the crowds. This was the perfect tour.
Wow!
Really unique experience. I had tons of time to see the Statue up close. Gained a whole new perspective.
Great Night
I did this tour with my mom and I cannot say enough good things about it. We have a small replica in my house that has been there since I was a child. Whenever I asked about it, my mom would joke and tell me it was her "dream man". Well, what an experience it was being able to show my mom the real version of her "dream man". It was remarkable experience she didn't ever think she was going to have. We celebrated after the tour with a drink at a local place our guide suggested and the entire night was amazing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where to meet?
At the big statue in San Marco Square. A representative will be there holding a sign with our company name on it.
What to bring?
Avoid bringing large bags as the Accademia Gallery requires you to check them.
What if I have doubts about my mobility?
If you have any doubts about your mobility, your best bet is a Private Florence Tour. Private tours are more easily customized to the needs of people with reduced mobility.
Will the tour run if it rains?
Yes! We run tours rain or shine.
What should I bring with me?
Since this is a walking tour, you'll need comfortable shoes. Large bags, backpacks, luggage and tripods cannot be brought into the Accademia Gallery. There is no coat check or space on-site to leave your belongings, therefore, please leave such items at your hotel.
What to bring?
Avoid bringing large bags as the Accademia Gallery requires you to check them.
Where to meet?
At the big statue in San Marco Square. A representative will be there holding a sign with our company name on it.
You may also like
W 4:30pm, S 10am, Su 3:15pm EST
The Secrets Behind the Birthplace of the Renaissance: Florence Virtual Tour
Virtually tour the David, Uffizi Gallery and City with our best Florence Guides.
No Expiration Date
The Tour Guy Gift Card
Give the gift of Tours in Italy, France, Spain, the UK and US or Virtual Experiences such as Live Cooking Classes
Skip the Line
Florence Walking Tour with Statue of David
Includes Ponte Vecchio and the Florence Duomo
Skip the Line
Florence in a Day Combo Tour with David and Uffizi
See the Florence Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, & More
Amazing Food
Delicious Florence Food Tour with Local Wine & Florentine Steak
Local food, with the city's signature dish
Transportation Included
Tuscany Wine Tour from Florence to Siena & Chianti
Sample Local DOCG Chianti Wines and explore the picturesque towns of Siena and San Gimignano
Private Day Trip from Paris to Champagne
Exclusive Champagne Tasting in the Champagne Region
Skip the Line
Kid-Friendly Florence Walking Tour: David & Gelato
For Families Visiting Florence with Kids
SKIP THE LINE
Florence Private Walking Tour with Michelangelo's David
Explore the Cradle of the Renaissance
Transportation Included
Wine day in the Chianti Hills from Florence
Wine Tasting in the Stunning Tuscany
Transportation Included
Pisa Day Trip with Lunch in Vinci from Florence
Private Pisa tour with Luxury Transportation
Transportation Included
Visit Umbria: Orvieto, Civita di Bagnoregio and Wine Tasting Day Trip f ...
A Wine Tasting Tour in Umbria
Transportation Included
Tuscany Shore Excursion: Chianti Wine Country and San Gimignano
A Chianti Wine Tasting Excursion
PRIVATE HELICOPTER DAY TRIP
Luxury Helicopter Tuscan Wine Day from Rome
SUPER VIP | PRIVATE HELICOPTER | DAY TRIP
Skip the Line
Full Day Florence Dome Climb, David and Walking Tour
Tour the David Statue & Climb the Duomo With No Line
Skip the Line
Ultimate Full Day Florence Tour with Dome Climb, David, and Uffizi Gallery
After Duomo Climb, see The David & Uffizi Art
