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Skip the Line: Accademia Gallery Priority Ticket with Audio Guide

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Step into the world of Michelangelo and experience the brilliance of one of history’s greatest minds at the Accademia Gallery. Home to his iconic masterpieces, this is an essential stop for anyone visiting Florence.

Skip the long lines and maximize your time with a priority entrance ticket, giving you fast-track access to the gallery’s treasures, like Michelangelo's David. Enhance your visit with a user-friendly audio guide, conveniently downloadable to your own device, so you can explore at your own pace while uncovering the fascinating stories behind the works.

Make your time in Florence effortless, enriching, and truly unforgettable.

What's Included

  • Audio Guide English, Italian, French, German, Spanish and Portuguese
  • Baggage deposit
  • Priority entrance ticket to the Galleria dell’Accademia
  • Ear buds
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Galleria dell'Accademia
Via Ricasoli, 58/60, Florence 50122, Italy

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Galleria dell'Accademia

The Accademia Gallery, originally a 14th-century hospital and then a gallery of the adjacent fine art school, is a must-see museum in Florence— with the crowds to match. With these exclusive, skip-the-line Priority entrance tickets, breeze past the long lines and get direct access to the world-famous art inside, including Renaissance masterpieces like Michelangelo’s David. Plus, explore at your own pace without waiting for a tour group.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Bring a Passport or valid ID card for VISITORS UNDER 18 yrs with date of birth (digital or photocopy shall suffice)
  • Exchange your voucher for the ticket at The Florence Specialist office in via Ricasoli 119r (RED Numbers), 50 meters from the Museum. You will be assisted by our staff members.
  • NOTE: For the Accademia children aged 0-5 years do not require a ticket. Please bring a copy of your child's passport / ID card.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Skip the Line: Accademia Gallery Priority Ticket with Audio Guide?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Skip the Line: Accademia Gallery Priority Ticket with Audio Guide?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Audio Guide English, Italian, French, German, Spanish and Portuguese.
  • Baggage deposit.
  • Priority entrance ticket to the Galleria dell’Accademia.
  • WiFi to download your Audio Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Ear buds.
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

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Accessibility information for the Skip the Line: Accademia Gallery Priority Ticket with Audio Guide is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What's Included

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  • Audio Guide English, Italian, French, German, Spanish and Portuguese
  • Baggage deposit
  • Priority entrance ticket to the Galleria dell’Accademia
  • WiFi to download your Audio Guide
  • Ear buds

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Bring a Passport or valid ID card for VISITORS UNDER 18 yrs with date of birth (digital or photocopy shall suffice)
  • Exchange your voucher for the ticket at The Florence Specialist office in via Ricasoli 119r (RED Numbers), 50 meters from the Museum. You will be assisted by our staff members.
  • NOTE: For the Accademia children aged 0-5 years do not require a ticket. Please bring a copy of your child's passport / ID card.
  • Visitors under 18 years old without valid ID will need to purchase an adult ticket
  • Tickets are valid for the reseved entry time selected upon booking and priority entrance expires 45 minutes from reserved time.
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