This exclusive tour of David and the Duomo lets you skip the lines at two of Florence’s biggest attractions and revel in some of the greatest art and architecture produced during the Italian Renaissance. Visit Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before the crowds show up; climb the Florence Dome without waiting in line and explore areas of the Duomo usually closed to the public. You’ll start first thing in the morning, meeting your local expert guide and intimate group of 15 people or fewer outside the Accademia.[readmore]Before the daytime crowds show up, you’ll head into marvel at Michelangelo’s ‘David’ as well as his unfinished sculptures known as ‘Slaves’ which give incredible insight into the mind of the great artist. You’ll skip lines into the Duomo where you’ll have special access to a room filled with original statues from the cathedral’s facade. Your guide will bring the unbelievable history of the Duomo’s construction to life as you explore the building. Your special access extends to the Cathedral itself, where you’ll step over the velvet ropes to see details up close. We’ve saved the best for last. After seeing all there is to see inside the Cathedral, you’ll visit the Duomo Terraces where you’ll use a special entrance to skip the (always long) line and climb all the way up to the top of the Duomo for the city’s most amazing views.
Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure
Please make sure to only bring small handbags on this tour
Our tours run rain or shine so please dress for the elements
The Florence Duomo is a holy place and as such, you are expected to wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees when you enter
There are 463 steps to the top of the Florence Duomo and no elevator
Please bring a photo ID because the museums will check when we arrive
Unfortunately due to site restrictions we cannot accommodate wheelchairs on this tour
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