Duration

3 hours

Group Size

Small Group (Up to 20 people)

Languages

English

Cancellation

Free cancellation

Discover Florence’s timeless beauty with a unique afternoon tour: skip-the-line access to the Accademia to see Michelangelo’s masterpieces, followed by a romantic Arno River cruise with an included aperitif.

Included Description Meeting Point Important Info Reviews

Included

Skip-the-Line Accademia Gallery entrance tickets

Monolingual-speaking licensed guide

Earphones for groups over 5 pax

Mini Cruise on the Arno River aboard a Florentine Gondola (approx. 45 min)

Cool Wine aboard (soft drink for children)

Highlights

Skip-the-line entry to the Accademia to see Michelangelo’s David
Admire masterpieces by Michelangelo, Botticelli, and more
Enjoy a sunset cruise on the Arno in a traditional boat
Pass under Ponte Vecchio and see the Uffizi from the river
Savor a refreshing aperitif while watching Florence at twilight

Description

Experience an unforgettable afternoon in Florence by combining art and romance: explore the Accademia Gallery to admire Michelangelo’s David, then board a traditional Florentine boat for a scenic sunset cruise along the Arno River.

Admire David and the Accademia’s Masterpieces

Step into the heart of Renaissance art with fast-track access to the Accademia Gallery, where you will encounter Michelangelo’s David in all its monumental glory. Sculpted from a single block of Carrara marble, this masterpiece stands over 5 meters tall and has symbolized strength and beauty since 1504. Your expert English-speaking guide will help you appreciate every detail, from the intricate anatomy to the historical and cultural significance. In addition to David, explore Michelangelo’s unfinished works such as the Prigioni and San Matteo, as well as other masterpieces by Botticelli, Paolo Uccello, Andrea del Sarto, and many more, providing a complete journey through Florentine Renaissance art.

Sail the Arno at sunset

Board the “Barchetto,” one of the few remaining traditional Florentine wooden boats, and drift along the Arno under the guidance of a skilled barcaiolo, a living guardian of Florentine tradition. As the sun begins to set, the city is bathed in warm hues of gold, pink, and orange, reflecting off the river and illuminating the historic palaces, bridges, and monuments that line its banks. Pass beneath the iconic Ponte Vecchio, admire the Uffizi Gallery from the water, and uncover the secrets of the Vasari Corridor as your guide shares fascinating stories and historical insights. This peaceful, engine-free cruise allows you to experience Florence from a rare and enchanting perspective, perfect for photography, relaxation, and truly absorbing the city’s beauty.

Savor an aperitif celebrating Florence

Conclude your afternoon with a luxurious aperitif on board, savoring a glass of chilled wine while the city transitions into twilight. Enjoy the serene atmosphere as the lights of Florence gently illuminate the riverbanks and the elegant palaces, creating a magical ambiance. This moment is perfect for reflection, relaxation, and celebration of your time in this extraordinary city. The combination of art, romance, and the unique charm of a traditional boat ride ensures that this experience will remain a treasured memory, allowing you to see Florence not only through its masterpieces but also through the lens of its intimate riverside beauty.

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Meeting Point

This is a combo tour with two different meeting points.

Accademia Ticket Office Via Ricasoli, 58/60, Florence. Look for the Towns of Italy tour guide in front of civic number 58.

Florence - Via de Lamberti 1. Look for Towns of Italy tour guide, in front of civic number 1.

Important Information

Accademia Gallery guided tour:

This tour may not be fully suitable for guests with mobility or accessibility needs (including wheelchair users), due to the route and group logistics. To ensure a comfortable, barrier-free experience with tailored alternatives, we kindly invite guests with mobility, visual, hearing, or cognitive needs to contact our booking office.

Our team will be happy to assist and provide the best possible offer for a private version of this tour.

Big bags and liquid bottles will not be allowed inside the museums.
Even with the skip-the-line entrance, there is still a compulsory security check which may cause some delays in entering the museum.

Guests are required to be at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time as tours will start at the exact scheduled time. No delays are tolerated and will not entitle any refund, not even a partial one.

Gondola boat tour:

This tour may not be fully suitable for guests with mobility or accessibility needs (including wheelchair
users), due to the route and group logistics. To ensure a comfortable, barrier-free experience with tailored alternatives, we kindly invite guests with mobility, visual, hearing, or cognitive needs to contact our booking office. Our team will be happy to assist and provide the best possible offer for a private version of this tour.

Guests are required to be at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time as
tours will start at the exact scheduled time. No delays are tolerated and will not entitle any refund, not even a partial one.

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Rain policy

The walking tour will never be cancelled, it will operate rain or shine.

The gondola ride might be canceled due to rain.

We will do our best to proceed with the tour. However, rain could prevent us from being able to offer an enjoyable and fully safe experience.

In case the gondola ride is canceled, we'll issue a partial refund corresponding to the price difference of the tour without the gondola ride.

Accademia guided tour with florentine gondola ride on the Arno