David & Duomo: Accademia & Skip the Line Exclusive Dome Access Discount Tickets

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Overview

Explore Florentine art and architecture on a tour that gets you past the typical long lines at the Accademia Gallery and the Duomo. You'll breeze past the long line to marvel at Michelangelo’s statue of David, granting you incredible insight into the mind of a master. After, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. Continue on to the jewel of Florence, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with a special entrance up to the terraces—an exclusive space rarely visited by the general public. You’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome to soak up even more spectacular views of the city. With all entrance fees included, an expert guide, and a small group of just 18 guests max for a more intimate experience, there’s no better way to see Florence’s top attractions.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

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

End Point

End point

Duomo Terraces

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Galleria dell'Accademia
If you select option with the Accademia Gallery, meet your local expert guide and small group of 18 people or fewer outside the Accademia. Before the daytime crowds show up or after they've left in the afternoon, you’ll head in to marvel at Michelangelo’s “David” as well as his unfinished sculptures known as “Slaves,” which give incredible insight into the mind of one of history’s greatest artists.
Duration: 60 mins
2. Piazza Del Duomo
After leaving the museum, you’ll stop at Piazza del Duomo outside the Baptistery and check out the incredible bronze-cast doors by Lorenzo Ghiberti, coined the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo. Your tour includes tickets (valid for 72 hours) allowing you to visit other monuments like the Opera del Duomo Museum, the Baptistery of San Giovanni and Crypt of Santa Reparata, and Giotto's Tower on your own after the tour.
Duration: 30 mins
3. Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
You’ll enter the Duomo, where your guide will bring the unbelievable history of its construction to life. If you select the VIP David & Duomo option at the time of booking, you'll have the once-in-a-lifetime chance to step onto the Duomo’s rooftop terraces, rarely open to the public and offering stunning panoramic views.
Duration: 60 mins
4. Cupola Del Brunelleschi
If you select the VIP David & Duomo option at time of booking, once the guided tour concludes on the terrace level, you’re welcome to continue your journey up to the top of Florence by climbing to the top of the dome. Starting from this level gives you a head start past the long lines down below, so you’ll be soaking up spectacular views of the city in no time at all.
Duration: 45 mins

Inclusion

Local English-speaking guide

Expertly guided walking tour of Florence (Best of Florence tour only)

Timed entry ticket to Accademia Gallery (if option selected)

Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)

Reserved Entry to Florence Duomo climb (if option selected)

Exclusive access to Duomo North Terrace (if option selected)

Reserved entry to the Florence Duomo

Exclusion

Gratuities

Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.

This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.

Due to security reasons, children under 7 years of age aren't allowed on this tour and minors under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult.

Your Duomo ticket is valid for 72 hours to explore the other Duomo monuments on your own: Opera Duomo Museum, Baptistery of San Giovanni, Crypt of Santa Reparata and Giotto's Tower.

Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.

Bags of any kind are not permitted inside the Duomo due to safety regulations, as guests must climb narrow stairways to access the Terrace and Cupola.

Please note that the Galleria dell’Accademia admission ticket (€24 per person) is included in the tour price (€20 admission ticket + €4 reservation fee).

Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.

Each traveler (including children) must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Accademia Gallery.

Supplied by Walks - Italy & Spain

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