Meet your private guide and receive an introduction to Florence as the birthplace of the Renaissance and the political role of art in the city.

Walking Tour of Florence Historic Center A curated stroll including: - Florence Cathedral (Duomo – exterior) – Brunelleschi’s revolutionary dome - Baptistery & Giotto’s Bell Tower (exterior) – Symbols of medieval Florence - Piazza della Signoria – Political center of the Republic - Palazzo Vecchio (exterior) – Seat of Florentine power - Loggia dei Lanzi – Open-air sculpture gallery - Ponte Vecchio (view from nearby streets or short detour) – Florence’s iconic medieval bridge Return to the Accademia for skip-the-line entry.

Learn about the gallery’s origins and why Michelangelo’s David was moved here in 1873 to preserve it.

Michelangelo’s Prisoners (Slaves) Admire the unfinished sculptures that seem to emerge from raw marble. Your guide will explain Michelangelo’s carving technique and artistic philosophy.

Michelangelo’s David Stand before one of the most celebrated sculptures in the world. Discover: - The story of its commission - Its symbolism as a defender of Florentine liberty - Michelangelo’s mastery of anatomy and proportion - Why David marked a turning point in Renaissance art This extended focus allows for detailed analysis and personal questions.

Renaissance Paintings & Sacred Art Explore additional masterpieces housed in the Accademia, including Gothic and Renaissance religious paintings and works that contextualize Florence’s artistic evolution.