Accademia Gallery and Dome climb tour with entrance tickets

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Explore Florentine art and architecture on a tour that gets you past the typical long lines at the Accademia Gallery and Florence Cathedral. See Michelangelo's David in the uncrowded early morning or late afternoon, and enjoy an in-depth tour of the Duomo, including the exclusive rooftop terraces, usually not accessible by the general public.With all entrance fees included and a small group (18 guests max) for a more intimate experience, there's no better way to see Florence's top attractions. Your tour includes tickets (valid for 72 hours) allowing you to visit other monuments like the Opera Duomo Museum, Baptistery of San Giovanni, Crypt of Santa Reparata, and Giotto's Tower on your own after the tour.

Highlights

You'll skip the queues at Florence Cathedral and enjoy VIP access to its terraces
You'll take a shortcut to the top of Brunelleschi's iconic Dome
It's an intimate small-group experience with 18 people or fewer
You'll skip the queues at the Accademia Gallery and see Michelangelo's David

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Facilities

Free cancellation

mobile

4 hours

Available in English

What's included

Guided tour
Attractions tickets

Not included

Tips (optional)
Hotel pick-up/drop-off

Where you'll meet

Meet your guide by the statue in the middle of the square. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of your tour. Your guide will be holding a yellow Walks/Devour sign.

Operated by

Walks

Important information

Accessibility: * Not suitable for wheelchair users, guests with limited mobility or those with claustrophobia due to the conditions inside the Duomo (463 steps and fairly narrow) * You should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty * The full legal name is requested name of each traveler is requested by the time of booking Not allowed: * Children under 7 years old * Flip-flops, slippers, clogs and shoes with heels inside the Cathedral * Bags of any kind inside the Duomo due to safety regulations, as guests must climb narrow stairways to access the Terrace and Cupola Know in advance: * You must provide full names of the participants during the booking process * You may be asked to go through security on this tour * Visitors to the Cathedral must use luggage storage (Piazza Duomo n. 38/r) to leave the following items before entry: suitcases, backpacks, and large or medium-sized bags * All visitors, regardless of gender, must cover their shoulders and knees inside the Cathedral * Minors under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult to climb the terraces * In the morning, you will briefly tour the Cathedral. In the afternoon, you'll enjoy a view of its interior from above as you climb to the terraces. The order of the itinerary may vary to avoid the crowds and enhance your experience * 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 * Official Admission to the Galleria dell'Accademia di Firenze: Adult (26+) €20.00 | Reduced (EU Citizens aged 18–25) €2.00 | Free (under 18; children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult holding a valid ticket). Additional fees cover ticket purchase, agency booking fees, and customer service * The local operator complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to government guidelines for the most up-to-date information Remember to bring: * ID of all participants * Extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering the Cathedral