Statue of David Evening Tour
See the David and Accademia After Hours without the Crowds
Do you want to visit the Accademia Gallery and see Michelangelo's famous Statue of David without the crowds? Make your experience more memorable on our small group tour by skipping the line with a licensed guide. Your knowledgeable guide will unveil the secrets of Michelangelo through funny anecdotes and stories that will make you laugh and be in awe at the same time. Admission Included.
Tour Details
- After Hours!
- Accademia Under the Stars
- Hidden Gems
- Museum Masterpieces
- Michelangelo’s Statue of David
- Florence by night
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:
A Super Memorable Experience
After-hours access to the Accademia Gallery
An English-speaking and Fun Guide with expertise in art history
Visit the David with fewer crowds
A maximum group size of 10 people
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!
After the Uffizi Museum, the Accademia Gallery is the most visited museum in Florence. This means that long lines are usually a sure thing. 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 that nobody wanted to touch. 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.
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4.80 / 5 based on 15 total reviews
Not Enough Inside Of The Museum
Our guide was very nice. I only wish we spent more time inside of the museum and less time with a tour of the surrounding area outside. I did not realize a walking tour of the streets were a part of the Accademia/Statue of David tour. We felt very rushed during the brief time inside. Bit we did see the David and there were not huge crowds of people, so that was the success.
Daniel Macrini
Taylor Jackson
Really special
I've always wanted to see the David without the crowds. This was the perfect tour.
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.
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