Private Uffizi & Accademia Timed Entry: Small Group Duomo Walking Tour

Private Uffizi & Accademia Timed Entry: Small Group Duomo Walking Tour

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Private Uffizi & Accademia Timed Entry: Small Group Duomo Walking Tour

€265
/ per person
  • Duration: 4 Hours
  • Max People : 15
  • Category : Museum Tours
  • Language : English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Tour Planning

Meeting Point
Via Guelfa, 12r, 50129 Firenze FI

Overview

Gain exclusive access to Florence's Renaissance masterpieces and bypass the crowds on this half-day private walking tour. Led by an expert local guide, discover the rich artistic heritage of the Uffizi Gallery, home to legendary Italian masterpieces, and the Accademia Gallery, famous for Michelangelo’s iconic "David." Along the way, take in Florence’s celebrated landmarks, including the awe-inspiring Duomo and historic Piazza della Signoria. As a special highlight, enjoy complimentary access to the famed Vasari Corridor (subject to availability).

  • Uncover Insider Stories: Learn fascinating historical details and hidden secrets about Florence that most visitors miss.

  • Pre-booked admission tickets are included for a seamless, hassle-free experience at both the Uffizi and Accademia Galleries.

  • Complimentary Vasari Corridor Entry: Enjoy complimentary admission to the iconic Vasari Corridor, subject to venue availability and scheduled openings.

  • Tailored Private Experience: Enjoy a personalized, flexible itinerary designed around your group's pace and interests.


    Uffizi Gallery Entrance Ticket Prices as Follows


    Adult ticket price (Age 18+): 29 Euros
    Citizens of the European Community over the age of 18 up to and including the day of their 25th birthday, with a valid identity document: 2 Euros
    Kids' ticket price (Age 0-17): Free




Facilities

  • Wifi

Tour Styles

  • Cultural
  • History
  • Independent

Inclusions

  • 4-hour Guided tour with an expert local guide
  • Radios and Headsets to properly hear tour guide
  • Entry tickets to the Accademia and Uffizi Gallery

Exlcusions

  • Hotel Pickup
  • Hotel Drop Offs

Tour Itinerary

Please come to our Air-conditioned office before 15 minutes start the activity. We will check in you and gather the group at the office and take in to the first location of the Tour, Accademia Gallery
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

You will see the Original David's statue and many valuable paintings and musical instruments.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The heart of Florence lies within the Piazza del Duomo, anchored by its stunning cathedral. The baptistery's famous bronze doors are known as the "Gate of Paradise," while the cathedral itself boasts what was, upon its completion in the 1400s, the largest masonry dome ever built.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Orsanmichele perfectly illustrates the fusion of commerce and faith in Florence. This monumental structure was initially a covered ancient grain market and is now celebrated for the stunning Renaissance statues that adorn its exterior, turning a place of trade into a gallery of masterworks.

Piazza della Repubblica stands as the true, ancient heart of Florence. It marks the original site of the Roman Forum and the geographical center of the city, a function still marked today by the Colonna dell'Abbondanza (Column of Abundance).

Stop at the Fontana del Porcellino in the Mercato Nuovo. Visitors test their luck by rubbing the snout of the wild boar statue and letting a coin drop through the grate. If the coin falls through, it's believed to guarantee good fortune and a safe return to the city.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The focal point of civil life, Piazza della Signoria is an unmissable open air gallery. It features a replica of David alongside the massive Palazzo Vecchio, while the Loggia dei Lanzi showcases Renaissance masterpieces like Cellini's Perseus with the Head of Medusa, sculptures that served as powerful political statements for the city's rulers.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

From the windows of the Uffizi's second-floor corridor, you can enjoy a stunning, privileged view of the Ponte Vecchio, the "Old Bridge." This medieval stone bridge, built in 1345, is famous for the shops built right along its length. Originally home to stinky butchers, a decree by Grand Duke Ferdinando I de' Medici in 1593 replaced them with goldsmiths and jewelers to improve the decorum of the area. This tradition endures, making the bridge an iconic, glittering landmark on the Arno River.

This majestic, U-shaped palace was designed by Giorgio Vasari for Cosimo I de’ Medici, the first Grand Duke of Tuscany. It was built starting in 1560 to house the administrative "offices" (uffizi) of Florence.

The vast art collection amassed by the powerful Medici family featuring ancient sculptures and Renaissance masterpieces transformed this administrative center into one of the world’s first and finest art museums. This incredible legacy ensured that iconic works by masters like Botticelli, Leonardo, and Michelangelo were protected and preserved for the public forever.
• Admission Ticket Included

As you look out from the Uffizi, you'll see a true marvel of architecture: the Vasari Corridor. This exclusive, private walkway was built for Duke Cosimo I de' Medici, allowing him and his family to move unseen between their government offices in Palazzo Vecchio and their home in the Palazzo Pitti. Your vantage point on the second floor of the Uffizi places you right at the start of its hidden route across the Arno River.
1 hour 40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Customer Reviews

TripAdvisor Client,
United States
TripAdvisor Client

"Excellent Small Group, Personalized Tour, Great Value Our excellent, professional guide, Silvia, was the best part of our tour. Her enthusiasm & knowledge for all things of Florence spilled over in our 4hr+ tour. We very much appreciated her details of the artists, their sculptures & paintings, the transition from Medieval to Renaissance in art & architecture. Silvia, also, took great care with each of us, pointing out restrooms, asking if anyone wanted to grab something to eat, etc. Crish, the gentleman who initially met us at the meeting point was, also, very professional & kind. The tour was above & beyond our expectations, truly a great value. We highly recommend this tour."

Aug 11, 2026

02.45 PM
TripAdvisor Client,
United States
TripAdvisor Client

"Perfect first time to Florence Tour Our tour and our guide Rosa were wonderful! Rosa was very knowledgeable and friendly. This was our first time to Florence which was a great experience. I would definitely recommend this tour."

Aug 11, 2026

02.41 PM
TripAdvisor Client,
South Korea
TripAdvisor Client

"Amazing tour! Amazing tour led by the very passionate and knowledgeable Stefania! She led us through the security process at Academia and gave us insight into the amazing sculptures there like David. We then walked past a few places and visited the famous bronze doors at the Duomo’s baptistry. The tour wrapped up at the Uffizi gallery, focusing on the upper floors with the more famous statues and paintings. Tiring tour, but so worth it!"

Aug 11, 2026

02.40 PM
TripAdvisor Client,
United States
TripAdvisor Client

"Rosa the Tour BOSS Rosa is fantastic. She got us right where we needed to be at every stop - right at the front. She is an OG. People know her everywhere and she just gets it done. You will not be disappointed."

Aug 11, 2026

02.39 PM
TripAdvisor Client,
United States
TripAdvisor Client

"Buy this tour! Silvia was amazing with extensive knowledge of the art and all of the movements in the Gothic and Renaissance periods. And she was very understandable the entire time, with excellent English. She was kind and accommodating with my husband’s need for elevators. It was a lifetime dream to see these, and she made it happen!"

Aug 11, 2026

02.38 PM
TripAdvisor Client,
United States
TripAdvisor Client

"Ask for the Rose of Firenze for an incredibley classy experience. Ask for the Rose of Firenze! This amazing woman will take you on not just a tour but an experience and education all at once. She taught me to experience what you are looking at THEN take a picture and also snap a second pic of the placard so you have it for yourself in the future. I can say her guidance changes how I explored Italy for the rest of my trip. She showed us what mattered and encouraged us to expand from there. I urge you to ask for Rose as your guide. None can surpass the Rose of Firenze!"

Aug 11, 2026

02.38 PM
TripAdvisor Client,
United States
TripAdvisor Client

"Add some culture today and book this now! Amazing! My heart is so full after our guide Cosetta took us on the most breath taking tours! This is 1000% worth every penny of you are in Florence and want to add some culture to your name and learn some amazing historical things about the city and Italy as a whole! You won’t be disappointed!"

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Aug 11, 2026

02.36 PM
TripAdvisor Client,
Ireland
TripAdvisor Client

"Excellent cultural experience We really enjoyed our tour with our guide, Alessandra She was very informative and gave us great insight into the works of the great masters of art and the time and places. She shared her knowledge with passion. Thank you. Brenda & John (Ireland)"

Aug 11, 2026

02.35 PM
TripAdvisor Client,
United States
TripAdvisor Client

"Best Tour! Just wow! Great 1 day activity in Florence. Margret was amazing and the small group was fun. I would have never enjoyed or learn so much doing a self guided tour. Do it, no regrets."

Aug 11, 2026

02.33 PM

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