Private Walking Tour of Florence and Michelangelo’s David

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Domes and cobblestone alleys lead the way to Michelangelo’s David. Explore dazzling Florence, the “cradle of the Renaissance” which gave birth to thousands of gorgeous artistic masterpieces and thousands of ideas, and discover the quintessence of Renaissance sculpture: Michelangelo’s David! Carefully designed to offer you and your family or group of friends an exclusive experience, our signature Private Walking Tour and Michelangelo’s David offer the privilege of a private guide, a licensed pro, and priority access tickets to the Accademia Gallery. Meet your dedicated private English-speaking guide and set off on a memorable walking tour of dazzling Florence, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the city center’s exquisite cobblestone alleys and splendid squares led by your guide. As you discover the main landmarks and major sights - Piazza Della Signoria, the Duomo, the Baptistery, Santa Trinita, Orsanmichele, and Ponte Vecchio - you will enjoy learning about Florence’s rich history, heritage, and fascinating traditions. Crown your day visiting the magnificent Accademia Gallery, home to one of the world’s most famous artworks: Michelangelo’s David, a masterpiece of Renaissance sculpture. Access the museum easily with priority skip-the-line tickets, and discover the inspiring David, Michelangelo’s magnum opus. Sculpted in marble between 1501 and 1504, the statue came to symbolize the defense of civil liberties embodied in the Republic of Florence, an independent city-state threatened on all sides by more powerful rival states and by the hegemony of the Medici family. Originally placed beside Palazzo Vecchio, the city town hall, the statue was transferred to the Accademia from Piazza Della Signoria in 1873. Follow your guide on a journey through the Renaissance, uncover the history and artistic value of David, and enjoy admiring Michelangelo’s famous unfinished statues: the Prisoners, St. Matthew, and the Pietà. Time permitting see some of the other remarkable artwork on display, among which are 13th to 16th-century religious paintings, 19th-century plaster sculptures, and a unique collection of antique musical instruments from the Cherubini Conservatory.