Florence in a Day:Michelangelo's David, Uffizi, Duomo & City Tour

About this experience

Visiting Florence for the first time? See its essential art and landmarks in one expertly guided tour. Meet Michelangelo’s David at the Accademia, explore the Uffizi Gallery, and discover the streets and squares that shaped the Renaissance. With entry to both galleries reserved in advance, your guide can focus on the works you came to see. Hear what makes David remarkable and uncover the stories behind paintings by Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci and other Renaissance masters. Between gallery visits, explore Florence’s historic centre on foot. See the Duomo from outside, visit Piazza della Signoria and Ponte Vecchio, and stop at the lively Porcellino market. It’s a clear, engaging introduction to Florence in about five hours, with a break along the way

What to expect

1. Stop 1 · 1h 15min

   Enter the Accademia with a reserved ticket and see Michelangelo’s David up close. Your guide reveals the details that make the sculpture extraordinary and introduces you to Michelangelo’s other works in the gallery..

2. Stop 2 · 15min

   Continue through Florence’s historic centre to the Duomo. Admire Brunelleschi’s enormous dome from outside and hear how he solved the engineering challenge that had left the cathedral unfinished.

3. Stop 3 · 15min

   See the Baptistery and its celebrated bronze doors, which Michelangelo praised as the “Gates of Paradise.” Your guide explains the artistry and ambition behind one of Florence’s most famous landmarks.

4. Stop 4 · 15min

   Explore Florence’s historic civic square, filled with sculptures and imposing buildings. See where Michelangelo’s David originally stood before it was moved to the Accademia.

5. Stop 5 · 15min

   Discover Florence’s famous bridge, lined with shops above the Arno River. Hear how it survived centuries of change and became one of the city’s most recognisable sights.

6. Stop 6 · 15min

   Pass through the historic market and meet Il Porcellino, the bronze boar whose polished snout visitors rub for good luck. Your guide shares the story behind this much-loved Florentine tradition.

7. Stop 7 · 1h 30min

   Enter the Uffizi with a timed ticket and follow your guide through a selection of Renaissance masterpieces. See works by artists including Botticelli and Leonardo da Vinci, and discover the stories behind the paintings.

Tour & ticket options

Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.

Meeting & pickup

• Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. Meet in Piazza San Giovanni, by column of San Zanobi next to Baptistery of St. John. Piazza San Giovanni is a centrally located square in front of Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral.

End point

• This tour will end in Uffizi Gallery or Accademia Gallery, depending on the day

- Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. - We are able to accommodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelchairs, please make sure to email our Guest Experience team at info@takewalks.com at the time of your booking for proper arrangements. - We are unable to accommodate guests with strollers on this tour. - This full-day Florence tour builds in a 1-hour break for lunch (9:45am tour) or 30-minute stop for coffee (8:15am & 1:30pm tours) to relax between sightseeing. Food is not included, your guide will share recommendations. - All guests must pass through security. No weapons or large items are allowed inside. - Only small handbags are allowed inside the Accademia Museum. There is no bag check or storage available. - Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.

Before you go

• Wheelchair accessible
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• We are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our Guest Experience team at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
• We are unable to accommodate guests with strollers on this tour.
• This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
• Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.
• Please note that tour durations and schedules may vary slightly depending on the chosen departure time. The 09:45 a.m. departure of this tour includes a 1-hour lunch break/free time. The 08:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. departures include a 30-minute coffee break.
• Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.
• The full names of all participants must be provided at the time of booking and must match the names on the ID/Passport. Name changes are not permitted. Failure to provide this information may result in the cancellation of your reservation.
• Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Uffizi Gallery.
• Please note that the Galleria dell’Accademia admission ticket (€24 per person) is included in the tour price (€20 admission ticket + €4 reservation fee).

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.