Visit the two most famous museums in Florence with your private expert guide and appreciate a tour of the Uffizi Gallery and the Florence Academy which houses the original of Michelangelo's David with priority tickets.
A great private art tour to discover the most impressive works of art of the Renaissance in Florence with your own personal guide and skip the line tickets to avoid the long lines.
With your private expert guide and priority tickets you will visit the Uffizi Gallery generally considered one of the most famous painting and sculpture museums in the world, where one of the most famous works of art in the world is housed: The Birth of Venus by Botticelli.
In addition, the Uffizi Gallery houses the most important collection of Renaissance artworks, works of art by Giotto, Piero della Francesca, Filippo Lippi, Botticelli, Mantegna, Correggio, Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo, Caravaggio and other Masters.
In your private guided tour, you will appreciate the most important artwork collection of Renaissance art and your guide will give a comprehensive introduction about the history of their artists.
At the Accademia Gallery you will admire Michelangelo's famous sculptures: the original statue of David, transferred to the Accademia from Piazza della Signoria in 1873, the unfinished San Matteo and the unfinished statue of the Prisoners.
In addition to the works of Michelangelo, the Academy possesses an important collection of religious paintings by major artists working in and around Florence between the mid-13th and the end of the 16th, particularly important for the gilded backgrounds.
Recently the Accademia Gallery has been further enriched by the important collection of ancient musical instruments from the Cherubini Conservatory.
DETAILS
Duration:
4 hours
Start Time Private Tour:
Morning Tour or Afternoon Tour:
Meeting Point:
In Florence center, it will be communicate with the confirmation
Inclusion:
- Personal expert and licensed guide
- Uffizi Gallery skip the line tickets
- Accademia Gallery skip the line tickets
Exclusions:
- Gratuities (optional)
Notes:
Not available on Mondays and the first Sunday of each month
Rate for more of 6 people
F.A.Q.
- Where was David by Michelangelo supposed to be?
The original intention for Michelangelo's statue of David was for it to be placed on the roofline of the Florence Cathedral, Santa Maria del Fiore, as part of a series of sculptures depicting biblical figures. However, due to concerns about the statue's weight and potential structural issues, the decision was made to place David in a public square, the Piazza della Signoria, near the Palazzo Vecchio, the seat of government in Florence. It was later moved indoors to the Galleria dell'Accademia to protect it from weathering and damage, with a replica placed in its original outdoor location.
- What is the main attraction of the Uffizi?
The Uffizi Gallery, located in Florence, Italy, is renowned for its vast collection of Renaissance artworks, making it one of the most visited art museums in the world. While there are numerous remarkable pieces within the Uffizi's collection, one of its main attractions is Sandro Botticelli's "The Birth of Venus."
Painted in the mid-1480s, "The Birth of Venus" is one of Botticelli's most famous works and a masterpiece of the early Renaissance period. The painting depicts the goddess Venus emerging from the sea on a giant scallop shell, surrounded by other mythological figures, including Zephyrus and Flora. It is celebrated for its graceful composition, delicate colors, and the idealized beauty of its figures.
"The Birth of Venus" is considered a quintessential example of Renaissance art and has captivated viewers for centuries with its timeless beauty and symbolism. It remains one of the Uffizi Gallery's most iconic and beloved artworks, drawing visitors from around the world to admire its splendor.