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Reserve your slot and enjoy priority access with optional skip-the-line upgrades.
- Experience the iconic David by Michelangelo, standing over 17 feet high.
- Enjoy hassle-free exploration of Renaissance paintings, sculptures, and more with priority access.
- Stroll through the gallery's courtyard, its well-manicured gardens, and a massive stone well dating back to when the Accademia served as a monastery.
- Look out for famous sculptures such as Rape of the Sabines by Giambologna in Hall of The Colossus and Lorenzo Bartolini's works in Hall of Models.
- Upgrade your tickets to get a skip-the-line reserved entry led by a host or include multilingual audio guides to unravel the stories hidden behind masterpieces.
Reserve your slot and enjoy priority access with optional skip-the-line upgrades.
- Experience the iconic David by Michelangelo, standing over 17 feet high.
- Enjoy hassle-free exploration of Renaissance paintings, sculptures, and more with priority access.
- Stroll through the gallery's courtyard, its well-manicured gardens, and a massive stone well dating back to when the Accademia served as a monastery.
- Look out for famous sculptures such as Rape of the Sabines by Giambologna in Hall of The Colossus and Lorenzo Bartolini's works in Hall of Models.
- Upgrade your tickets to get a skip-the-line reserved entry led by a host or include multilingual audio guides to unravel the stories hidden behind masterpieces.
Inclusions
- Reserved entry to Accademia Gallery
- PDF guide in English, Italian, French, German, and Spanish
- Skip-the-line entry (as per option selected)
- Downloadable audio guide in English, French, Italian, Spanish, German & Chinese (as per option selected)
- Headsets (optional)
Exclusions
- Guided tour
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Note: The tickets offer reserved entry into the gallery. However, there may be a wait time when you're exchanging your voucher for the physical ticket.
- With the Reserved Entry with Host ticket, the host will assist in guiding you to the entrance and ensuring a smooth entry but will not serve as a tour guide.
- All guests are required to do the security check while entering.
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- For security reasons, the gallery may adjust your time slot slightly based on availability.
- No animals are allowed, except guide dogs, service dogs, and certified therapy pets.
- Children under 12 must be with an adult.
- No food or drinks are allowed inside the museum.
- The Gallery has no cloakroom, so luggage, large backpacks, helmets, and items over 40x30x18 cm aren’t allowed.
- You are expected to turn off mobile phones or set them to silent.
- Flash photos, tripods and selfie sticks are not allowed.
- Re-entry is not allowed.
- Going for the audio guide? Simply ensure that the guides are downloaded on the Headout app before your visit. It’s super simple to use, and you get offline access with an easy language-switching feature.
- Please bring your personal ID and provide the date of birth of the primary guest participating in the experience.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Sehrish
May 2025Verified booking
It was a great experience especially thanks to our guide who told us great stories and history about the art pieces and the gallery.
Nasreen
May 2025Verified booking
Very easy to collect tickets. Pick up point was exactly where detailed. There was no skip the queue area that was mentioned but the museum had a very organised process for getting people in and the wait time was not long. Id recommend booking early tickets so you get the museum at a slightly quieter time before it gets busy.
Lorraine
May 2025Verified booking
We booked the Accademia Gallery Skip-the-Line Guided Tour through Headout and had a great experience. Skipping the extremely long line was worth it alone, but the tour itself exceeded expectations. Our group was small, which made it easy to follow and ask questions. The guide was incredibly informative—we learned so much about the history and artistry of the museum, especially the iconic statue of David, which was absolutely breathtaking in person. The tour lasted about an hour and covered all the key highlights of the Accademia Gallery, with just the right balance of depth and pace. Highly recommend this tour if you want a richer, more meaningful visit without the stress of waiting in line.
Rebecca
May 2025Verified booking
Claudio was very informative and we loved how he explained Michelangelo's early and older works. Very interesting! And to see the statue of David in person is magical.
Richard
May 2025Verified booking
I visited the Academia Gallery specifically to see Michelangelo’s David, which of course was spectacular. The Gallery was also filled with beautiful treasures, both paintings and sculpture, including a beautiful fresco fragment by Giotto. My favorite room of all was the Lorenzo Bartolini’s Plaster Casts Gallery, which felt like stepping into a Renaissance painting.
fran
May 2025Verified booking
Statue of David. It just took your breath away to walk in and see it. Surreal We were walking g past and saw the queues. Looked online and there was a free spot skip the line. Booked dashed over the the shop to collect our tickets and were in in 15 mins. So fortunate. Great ppl working the doors with no language barriers.
Pam
May 2025Verified booking
Fantastic place with loads of great art. Extremely crowded but that was not surprising really. Was easy using headout. Guy with tickets was easy to find and it did mean we could head straight in with just a brief security check. Michaelangelo's David is fantastic and so glad I've seen the real thing.
Giovanna
May 2025Verified booking
Michelangelo's David is my favorite scupture ever!! Great service with timed tickets! Very easy and fast! Totally recommend it!
Jennifer
May 2025Verified booking
The guide was excellent with great information. Entry was easy and quick. The woman contact was not pleasant or helpful. She stated she had called my number twice, I had no missed calls, a issue with internataional connection? She was unpleasant. Guide excellent, meet up woman, meh
Samuel
May 2025Verified booking
What an amazing tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining. She also spoke English super well. I learned so much I wish I could have spent more time. I highly recommend this tour.
Deborah
May 2025Verified booking
We had booked a 10.30 entrance so arrived about 10.15. Our tickets were were ready in less than a minute and they said we could join the 10.15 queue. We only had a 5 minute wait in the queue before going in. The Acadamia is definitely well worth visiting. It was busy but there were places you could sit.
Helen
May 2025Verified booking
Purchasing and using the ticket couldn't have been any easier. Entry was right on time and exhibits are well labeled so you don't have to purchase a guide to enjoy the museum.
Lorena
May 2025Verified booking
A find to have found a museum to see with my own eyes the most beloved stringed instruments Amati and Stradivarius! In addition to Michelangelo's David which is obviously the main attraction.
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Robin
May 2025Verified booking
Our tour guide, Tina was fantastic! She's French but lives in Italy and had done extensive research on the area, the art, the subjects of the statues, etc. she elevated our Accedemia experience and we appreciate her efforts.
James
May 2025Verified booking
Most impressive was the fact that with all the tourists there that day we were still able to get in an hour earlier than our tickets stated. We were impressed how well the crowds moved throughout the museum. We were able to see everything and it was tremendous, as anticipated.The The staff, when asked questions in English, were always accommodating, friendly and knowledgeable
Patricia
May 2025Verified booking
We are glad we booked our tickets ahead. The process to pick up the tickets and get inside was great. We enjoyed our visit. Great museum and breathtaking art.
Michael
May 2025Verified booking
Great and concert to get advanced tickets for two of the world's great art galleries. Collection of actual tickets , in exchange for virtual ticket was very easy.
holly
Apr 2025Verified booking
hello the exhibit itself was truly humbling amazing awe inspiring! the line/ticket system seemed a bit chaotic at first but with the workers and designated lanes it flowed quite well! we were a bit early for our time so when we went to get our tickets - the lady at the desk said we could make an earlier time if we wanted and we did - it worked out perfectly! thank you for a great experience to one of the most popular museums in the world ❤️
Patricia
Apr 2025Verified booking
It was easy to purchase the guided tour online, and to find the guide at the meeting point. My tour guide was very knowledgeable and pleasant.
Arturo
Apr 2025Verified booking
Excellent museum characterized by the famous David by Michelangelo, one of the most iconic sculptures of Renaissance art.
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Steven
Apr 2025Verified booking
David was the main attraction we wanted to see. It was very touristy as all of Florence is & very confusing to get in by ourselves. purchasing the guided tour made it very easy as they acquired our tickets for us, led us with a group inside, and made the process simple. We did lose the group inside as it was a bit chaotic withthe amount of people at the museums first room & we roamerd around by ourselves after the security checkpoint. Well worth the price for the convenience over the non-reservation line.
JUAN
Apr 2025Verified booking
The entrance with reservation allowed us not to wait too long. And then it was very easy to redeem (although it was not as indicated in the application since with the reservation we entered the entrance area and we could redeem the tickets).
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Claire
Apr 2025Verified booking
Olga was a GREAT guide - she explained everything very clearly with visuals too. My experience seeing the David as well as the unfinished works of Michelangelo was very much enhanced. Perfect length tour (about an hour) with just the right amount of detail.
Mary
Apr 2025Verified booking
Entry was easy, which was good because 2 in our party are handicapped. There was seating to rest, and ramps with handrails that made moving around easier. And while the David exhibit was busy, it wasn't too busy to get clear views of the details. A great experiene.
Lisa
Apr 2025Verified booking
Small group, efficient and knowledgeable guide. I loved learning and getting a deeper perspective on sculptures of Michael Angelo..
- Say goodbye to ticketing queues and dive right into the artistic wonders of Uffizi Gallery. Skip-the-line access helps you make the most of your visit!
- Enjoy assistance from the host and be personally escorted into the gallery.
- Iconic masterpieces like Filippo Lippi’s Madonna and Child and Sandro Boticelli's Primavera await your discovery.
- Watch fantastical Biblical and mythical imagery come to life in the works of maestros like Michelangelo and Raphael!
- Audio guides will enhance your experience with special tidbits and insights into the craftsmanship of Raphael and da Vinci.
- Say goodbye to ticketing queues and dive right into the artistic wonders of Uffizi Gallery. Skip-the-line access helps you make the most of your visit!
- Enjoy assistance from the host and be personally escorted into the gallery.
- Iconic masterpieces like Filippo Lippi’s Madonna and Child and Sandro Boticelli's Primavera await your discovery.
- Watch fantastical Biblical and mythical imagery come to life in the works of maestros like Michelangelo and Raphael!
- Audio guides will enhance your experience with special tidbits and insights into the craftsmanship of Raphael and da Vinci.
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line access to Uffizi Gallery
- Hosted entry (as per option selected)
- Digital in-app audio guide (as per option selected)
- Access to Vasari Corridor (as per option selected)
- Tip: Numerous artists including Raphael, Dolci, and Boticelli have created their own rendition of Madonna and Child, with over 21 canvases on the subject displayed at Uffizi. Try to spot them all!
- Every first Sunday of the month, the museum follows normal opening hours and entry is free for everyone.
- While this ticket lets you bypass the ticketing queue, security checks still apply.
- Re-entry is not allowed once you leave the gallery.
- Children aged 18 years and under can enter the gallery for free. You can issue these tickets on the day of your visit, at the same desk where adults exchange their mobile vouchers.
- Going for the audio guide? Simply ensure that the guides are downloaded on the Headout app before your visit. It’s super simple to use, and you get offline access with an easy language-switching feature.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Andrea
Apr 2025Verified booking
Thanks to buying tickets with headout,we avoided a lot of queue,and the map to redeem paper tickets at the ticket office was very accurate....thanks!
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Kathy
Apr 2025Verified booking
We were able to quickly pickup the tickets and they told us where to enter. Our tickets were a timed entry self-tour and they were "skip the line." We didn't have a lot of time in Florence, not standing in a long entry line was very beneficial. The ponte vecchio is right in front of the museum. FYI, the line to see David inside is long. I'm
Francesca
Apr 2025Verified booking
I go to see the uffizi a little at a time. This is already the second one. Really exciting. Great way to concentrate as well. Everybody very nice.
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Kotlyar
Apr 2025Verified booking
Fast but expensive lots of people but all clear and beautiful famous paintings tickets taken quickly and conveniently but still stood in line
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Terry
Apr 2025Verified booking
It's a great time of year to visit - the crowds were smaller than when we were here in August! It takes my breath away to see the Greats in person! We'll be back again!
Krum
Apr 2025Verified booking
Many authors in the Uffizi Gallery make a strong impression, but this certainly would not surprise anyone. Personally, I was most impressed by Caravaggio's Medusa. The view from the cafe over Florence is spectacular.
Loretta
Apr 2025Verified booking
It was really a fantastic day, among the most beautiful works in the world by the most talented and representative artists in history, a dream of mine that I finally realized 😊
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Virginia
May 2025Verified booking
I booked my ticket last minute and the process was so easy!
COSETTA
May 2025Verified booking
Everything perfect and organized not to make too many files ...the audio guide good
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Rosemary
May 2025Verified booking
Botticelli !!! Beautiful works studied for years and see up close!
claudia
May 2025Verified booking
In the premise that you are very kind Everything went well 😊 Fast flowing Audio guidance very good
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Angela
May 2025Verified booking
They were unforgettable hours. Everything was well organized.
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Larysa
May 2025Verified booking
I always wanted to come and my dream fulfilled!
Jeff
May 2025Verified booking
50 minutes waiting in 'skip the line ' line The audio was not very clear , the material not the guide .
Barbara
Apr 2025Verified booking
We loved the museum!! So many beautiful pieces of artwork to see!!
Andrea
Apr 2025Verified booking
Bravissimo The encounter with history The Beauty of the art of the great masters of the Renaissance .
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Silvia
Apr 2025Verified booking
Seeing works by the greatest Masters of arts is priceless iand very impactful! Exellent organization!
Holger
Apr 2025Verified booking
View of the city and the Hall of 500, all well worth seeing.
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Nina
Apr 2025Verified booking
An unforgettable day at the Uffizi with the family !!!
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Barbara
Apr 2025Verified booking
No waiting in line, everything went smooth
Roberto
Apr 2025Verified booking
It is something unparalleled in the world, incredible works that the whole world envies us ...
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Morandini
Apr 2025Verified booking
Uffizi never seen: wonderful paintings and so is the gallery. Very well curated and easy to enjoy
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Sarah
Jun 2025Verified booking
I checked in at the correct place at the correct time (showed the girl at the desk my ticket on the app and she confirmed the booking). The girl at the desk rounded everyone up when we were ready to go to the gallery and walked us over to the entrance. She proceeded to call out everyone else's names to hand out the tickets but ours. I asked her where were our tickets and she all but accused us of trying to swindle her out of tickets. She is the one who checked me in at the desk and she couldn't remember me from 10 minutes earlier!? When I showed her our booking on the app, she called the office to check and when they confirmed she finally gave us our tickets. While it was fine in the end, it wasnt a very nice experience due to the staff.
Denise
Jun 2025Verified booking
It was a bit of a mix up. Someone came late and they did not have a ticket for her so we had to stand in a line and wait 10 minutes for the tour arranges to bring another ticket. Then we did a toilet stop and waited 10 minutes for people to go there. It was frustrating as surely you go to the loo before hand and if your late you miss the tour. This left us stuck in crowds as the guides all talk about the same specific painting so everyone huddles in there areas although the rest of the gallery is quite acceptable. So floor 2 is crowded floor 1 is easy to walk around. The guide had lots of knowledge but I wanted to speak about the paintings but it was about the medchi family and where they lived etc and who was related to who. This was too much and detracted from us even standing in front of a painting. It was expensive so I would have expected a smaller group with less hearding. The overall was good but could have been better.
Enigul
Jun 2025Verified booking
I bought tickets that included to be escorted to the Uffizi. But in the office we were just told where to go and no escort
Skip the ticket line to the iconic Pisa tower—climb to its top and enjoy panoramic views.
- Everything you get: Bypass ticket queues to enter the Leaning Tower at your reserved time and climb its 273 spiral steps, feeling the unique tilt as you ascend. Afterwards, explore the Pisa Cathedral to experience 800 year-old architecture and masterpieces by Michelangelo and Giovanni Pisano up close.
- Why choose this: The Tower has limited daily slots—this ticket secures your spot and includes access to the free-entry Cathedral, available only with a Pisa complex ticket.
- Upgrades: Enhance your visit with a multilingual audio guide that delivers stories and rich details about the Tower and Cathedral in your preferred language.
Skip the ticket line to the iconic Pisa tower—climb to its top and enjoy panoramic views.
- Everything you get: Bypass ticket queues to enter the Leaning Tower at your reserved time and climb its 273 spiral steps, feeling the unique tilt as you ascend. Afterwards, explore the Pisa Cathedral to experience 800 year-old architecture and masterpieces by Michelangelo and Giovanni Pisano up close.
- Why choose this: The Tower has limited daily slots—this ticket secures your spot and includes access to the free-entry Cathedral, available only with a Pisa complex ticket.
- Upgrades: Enhance your visit with a multilingual audio guide that delivers stories and rich details about the Tower and Cathedral in your preferred language.
Inclusions
- Timed entry to the Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Access to Pisa Cathedral
- Audio guide in English, French, Spanish & Italian (as per option selected)
Exclusions
- Access to the Baptistery of St. John
- Access to Camposanto
- Access to Opera del Duomo Museum
- Access to Sinopie Museum
- To manage high visitor volume, entry tickets are timed, and late arrivals will not be permitted.
- Due to high demand, your selected time slot may be unavailable. If so, you’ll be assigned a new slot within an hour of your original choice. Please note the time at the top of the tower is limited to 30 minutes.
- The climb involves 273 steep steps with no elevators, so it is not accessible for wheelchair users and guests with cardiovascular issues.
- For safety reasons, children under 8 are not allowed to climb, and those aged 8-18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Since the Cathedral is a place of worship, all guests must wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees.
- Remember metal objects, bags, or containers are not allowed during the climb. You can store them in the free lockers provided to you at Piazza del Duomo.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Jessica
May 2025Verified booking
Healdout allowed me to purchase the same day with a bit of a discount, let's just say that it's inconceivable that children pay the same price as adults..(abroad children don't pay to enter museums..)in Italy in addition to paying to see our beauties we still had to queue at the entrance and make do with the bags that couldn't get in...the monument is worth it but everything else is a bit of a disincentive
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Brett
May 2025Verified booking
We had some trouble finding parking and navigating that so we were a few minutes late to the steps, and the gentleman let us right in at the front of the line, which was so nice! What a beautiful property, totally amazed at the Pisa tower and also the fallen angel statue.
Paula
Mar 2025Verified booking
Climbing the Pisa Tower that I have read about as a child and wanted to see up close for such a long time was an incredible experience.
Mihael
Mar 2025Verified booking
Unforgettable view of the Cathedral and rest of the city. Since it was March, weather was perfect and it was not crowded at all. Staff and security are all very nice. Thank you!
Jacqueline
May 2025Verified booking
The ease with which we could arrive at our allotted time and climb the Tower was so convenient.
Mohamed
Apr 2025Verified booking
It was easy and clear to book the ticket with the suitable price.
Chloe
Mar 2025Verified booking
Well worth the visit and worth booking in advance due to how quickly the spaces sell out.
Richelle
Jun 2025Verified booking
The area around the tower was such a cute little place to eat and shop. The views from the top of the tower were awesome.
Paul
Jun 2025Verified booking
We don't think it's OK if the ticket only allows a free visit to the toilet. After all, there is so much to see with the ticket that you can spend the whole day there. And I don't know anyone who only has to go to the toilet once a day. The friendliness of the staff is very poor.
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Polina
Jun 2025Verified booking
It was very easy to use tickets, we had access to all attractions. Convenient way to see Pisa and its highlights. We enjoyed our time in Pisa!
John
Jun 2025Verified booking
Headout it was smooth with you from the beginning.The booking was very easy then I downloaded the app for the tickets.Got around Pisa with no problems at all.Thankyou so much
FEDERICA
May 2025Verified booking
I had no queues and the whole organization was flawless. The information provided was very accurate.
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Carla
May 2025Verified booking
Loved going up the leaning tower. Views were amazing. Museums were ok. Not really my thing but there were some interesting historical information. The main buildings I really wanted visit was the cathedral & Baptistery, but sadly they were not open to the public that day as there was a religious ceremony taking place. Shame as I had paid the full amount to visit all 6 buildings which is quite expensive to only be able to visit 4 of these.
Ashim
May 2025Verified booking
Like the web site for easy access and user friendly approach. You can choose as per your convenient. Pricing was also affordable and sometimes with extra offer.
Alison
May 2025Verified booking
Great experience - reasonably priced and good view of Pisa. Clear information before arrival and good information on app
Bjorn
May 2025Verified booking
Everthing was oké . Maybe tell the gasts that they need to put there bats in a locker 10 min before your slot an and Go to the line 5 min prior the visit . The tower and the rest were beuatifull
Vanessa
May 2025Verified booking
It's an iconic trip but you need to leave bags in lockers away from the entrance to the tower. This wasn't clear so we wasted time taking bags to the lockets and had to requeue. The steps inside the tower are incredibly slippery. No handrails so I wouldn't recommend this trip if you have mobility issues
Jason
Apr 2025Verified booking
Cathedral tour not accessible on Sundays. Should be mentioned or included another alternative. Audio tour was tough to figure out how to download and effectively use. Lots of battery used.
Anna
Apr 2025Verified booking
The booked access was only available after a short wait. Unfortunately, the meeting point was incorrectly marked; without asking, we would have missed our slot.
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Ducros
Apr 2025Verified booking
Punctuality, thoroughness, beauty, excellent organization except that we didn't know we had to drop off our handbags before the tour.
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Tammy
Apr 2025Verified booking
It was very easy to book the tickets and access them without needing paper copies like I saw so many people with. It made it very conventional to access all areas of the Square of Miracles.
Tracey
Jun 2025Verified booking
Great experience. Well organised
Brad
Jun 2025Verified booking
Guide was okay. Self directed. Pisa is underwhelming
Zane
May 2025Verified booking
All was good. So good that tickets are already available
Judith
May 2025Verified booking
The Tower was more exciting than anticipated. Headout was super easy to use
Combo (Save 5%): Uffizi Gallery + Accademia Gallery Tickets
from €56.80
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- Enjoy a combo ticket of two of Florence's most sought-after galleries, the Uffizi and the Accademia Gallery at a special price.
- At the Uffizi Gallery, you'll find yourself in the house of the world’s greatest collection of Italian Renaissance art.
- Enjoy the works of Giotto, Michelangelo, Da Vinci, Raphael, Caravaggio, and many more as you wander the halls of this gallery at your own pace.
- Delve into the works of art ranging from the 12th century to the 17th century, including Botticelli's famed Birth of Venus.
- At the Accademia Gallery, peruse the gallery's stunning collection, including priceless masterpieces. A must-see piece of art on display is, of course, Michelangelo’s David.
- Be greeted by glittering mosaics and vibrant colors at the Florentine Gothic Rooms, see the Hall of Colossus, the Hall of Prisoners, and much more.
- Enjoy a combo ticket of two of Florence's most sought-after galleries, the Uffizi and the Accademia Gallery at a special price.
- At the Uffizi Gallery, you'll find yourself in the house of the world’s greatest collection of Italian Renaissance art.
- Enjoy the works of Giotto, Michelangelo, Da Vinci, Raphael, Caravaggio, and many more as you wander the halls of this gallery at your own pace.
- Delve into the works of art ranging from the 12th century to the 17th century, including Botticelli's famed Birth of Venus.
- At the Accademia Gallery, peruse the gallery's stunning collection, including priceless masterpieces. A must-see piece of art on display is, of course, Michelangelo’s David.
- Be greeted by glittering mosaics and vibrant colors at the Florentine Gothic Rooms, see the Hall of Colossus, the Hall of Prisoners, and much more.
Inclusions
- Admission ticket to the Uffizi Gallery
- Admission ticket to the Accademia Gallery
- Due to security reasons, the gallery can only accommodate a certain number of people at any given time so, if space allows, you may be moved to a slightly earlier or later time slot upon arrival.
- Kindly note that your tickets allow skipping the entry line into the gallery. However, there may be a wait at the ticket office across from the museum when you're exchanging your voucher for the physical ticket.
- Note: The booking fee is included in the ticket price.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Richard
May 2025Verified booking
I visited the Academia Gallery specifically to see Michelangelo’s David, which of course was spectacular. The Gallery was also filled with beautiful treasures, both paintings and sculpture, including a beautiful fresco fragment by Giotto. My favorite room of all was the Lorenzo Bartolini’s Plaster Casts Gallery, which felt like stepping into a Renaissance painting.
fran
May 2025Verified booking
Statue of David. It just took your breath away to walk in and see it. Surreal We were walking g past and saw the queues. Looked online and there was a free spot skip the line. Booked dashed over the the shop to collect our tickets and were in in 15 mins. So fortunate. Great ppl working the doors with no language barriers.
Giovanna
May 2025Verified booking
Michelangelo's David is my favorite scupture ever!! Great service with timed tickets! Very easy and fast! Totally recommend it!
Helen
May 2025Verified booking
Purchasing and using the ticket couldn't have been any easier. Entry was right on time and exhibits are well labeled so you don't have to purchase a guide to enjoy the museum.
Lorena
May 2025Verified booking
A find to have found a museum to see with my own eyes the most beloved stringed instruments Amati and Stradivarius! In addition to Michelangelo's David which is obviously the main attraction.
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Patricia
May 2025Verified booking
We are glad we booked our tickets ahead. The process to pick up the tickets and get inside was great. We enjoyed our visit. Great museum and breathtaking art.
Michael
May 2025Verified booking
Great and concert to get advanced tickets for two of the world's great art galleries. Collection of actual tickets , in exchange for virtual ticket was very easy.
holly
Apr 2025Verified booking
hello the exhibit itself was truly humbling amazing awe inspiring! the line/ticket system seemed a bit chaotic at first but with the workers and designated lanes it flowed quite well! we were a bit early for our time so when we went to get our tickets - the lady at the desk said we could make an earlier time if we wanted and we did - it worked out perfectly! thank you for a great experience to one of the most popular museums in the world ❤️
Andrea
Apr 2025Verified booking
Thanks to buying tickets with headout,we avoided a lot of queue,and the map to redeem paper tickets at the ticket office was very accurate....thanks!
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Francesca
Apr 2025Verified booking
I go to see the uffizi a little at a time. This is already the second one. Really exciting. Great way to concentrate as well. Everybody very nice.
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Terry
Apr 2025Verified booking
It's a great time of year to visit - the crowds were smaller than when we were here in August! It takes my breath away to see the Greats in person! We'll be back again!
KENNETH
Apr 2025Verified booking
The art & exhibit were amazing! The tickets were easy to retrieve from the ticket agent across from the Academia Galleria.
Loretta
Apr 2025Verified booking
It was really a fantastic day, among the most beautiful works in the world by the most talented and representative artists in history, a dream of mine that I finally realized 😊
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Karen
Mar 2025Verified booking
Head out gave us a fixed entry time. We never requested a guide. Seeing the David for the first time almost took my breath away. David stands in a gorgeous light-filled space where plenty of visitors can stand without feeling crowded. The music history museum was fascinating. The entry to the museum was effortless. We only waited for 5 minutes before entry. A space to hold our backpack would have been helpful.
Rosemary
May 2025Verified booking
Botticelli !!! Beautiful works studied for years and see up close!
Mary
May 2025Verified booking
David of course, I always dreamed to see Michelangelos workarts and it worth it
claudia
May 2025Verified booking
In the premise that you are very kind Everything went well 😊 Fast flowing Audio guidance very good
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Angela
May 2025Verified booking
They were unforgettable hours. Everything was well organized.
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Tiziana
May 2025Verified booking
We had a great time with our good chaperone! But we don't remember the name!
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Nuno
May 2025Verified booking
You can avoid long queues by booking. Very good.
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Luciano
Apr 2025Verified booking
Very fast ticket delivery, 10-minute line and entry without any other formalities. Very convenient.
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Robert
Apr 2025Verified booking
Great venue. Well presented and easy to move through the galleries.
Silvia
Apr 2025Verified booking
Seeing works by the greatest Masters of arts is priceless iand very impactful! Exellent organization!
Mehdi
Apr 2025Verified booking
Simply amazing! 👏 Worth every penny.
Barbara
Apr 2025Verified booking
No waiting in line, everything went smooth
Jump past ticket queues to Florence's grand townhall, and upgrade for an audio guide.
- Gain direct entry to elaborately furnished courtyards, halls filled with Renaissance masterpieces, and lavish apartments once occupied by the Medici family.
- With an optional audio guide, get a complete understanding as you explore all three floors of this legendary museum and seat of the Florence city council.
- See Donatello’s famed bronze sculpture of Judith assassinating the Assyrian general Holofernes, and Michelangelo’s Genius of Victory statue.
- Add on a tour of Palazzo Vecchio's mysterious secret passages and enter a door hidden behind a painting!
Jump past ticket queues to Florence's grand townhall, and upgrade for an audio guide.
- Gain direct entry to elaborately furnished courtyards, halls filled with Renaissance masterpieces, and lavish apartments once occupied by the Medici family.
- With an optional audio guide, get a complete understanding as you explore all three floors of this legendary museum and seat of the Florence city council.
- See Donatello’s famed bronze sculpture of Judith assassinating the Assyrian general Holofernes, and Michelangelo’s Genius of Victory statue.
- Add on a tour of Palazzo Vecchio's mysterious secret passages and enter a door hidden behind a painting!
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line entry to Palazzo Vecchio
- Audio guide in English, Italian, Spanish, French, German, Dutch & Portuguese (as per option selected)
- Multimedia tablet (as per option selected)
- English guided tour of the secret passages (as per option selected)
Exclusions
- Headsets & mobile device
- Tip: Until March 6, 2025, your Palazzo Vecchio tickets include entry to the "La sala grande. Giorgio Vasari per Cosimo I de’ Medici exhibition"—don’t miss it!
- The two main floors of the museum are wheelchair accessible, but architectural barriers prevent access to the mezzanine floor and the Secret Passages.
- Guests with disabilities can enter the museum for free. Visitors with mobility issues can access the building via the side entrance in Via dei Gondi.
- The lift, situated on the ground floor in the Cortile della Dogana, is for visitors with reduced mobility only.
- Visitors must leave umbrellas, backpacks, and large bags in the cloakroom. Wheelchairs and strollers may be borrowed here free of charge.
- Please present a valid photo ID along with your ticket at the info point of Palazzo Vecchio.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Ana
May 2025Verified booking
Everything! Tour with Simonna was very interesting and informative. We were dazzled with the paintings, history, size of the rooms, etc
Kovács
May 2025Verified booking
Our entry to the museum was very good and quick.
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Jeff
May 2025Verified booking
I had an early entry . Highly recommended
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Christine
May 2025Verified booking
Really great museum and great historical vibe, not stressy or overcrowded, time to take it all in
Holger
Apr 2025Verified booking
Great building with history. A must see.
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Luísa
Apr 2025Verified booking
The exhibition is impressive. I didn't have a guide, so we explored at our own pace.
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Luciana
Apr 2025Verified booking
It was beautiful! No queues and everything worked!
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Elisabeth
Jun 2025Verified booking
Friendly welcome from Laila. She guided us to the left-luggage office and to download the audio guide app.
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ROUINSSARD
Jun 2025Verified booking
Hello, we had no wait although there was a queue at the counter. Someone was waiting for us outside. It was perfect. We had taken the audio-guide option, and the person waiting for us downloaded the tour on our phones. It was very practical, but unlike audio-guides with a number at the entrance to each room, the text was at the end and it was up to us to pause it as we moved around and before arriving in the next room to take advantage of the explanation at the right moment. We managed with just one laptop. Thank you for your help.
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Stephen
Jun 2025Verified booking
The venue was not overcrowded and the displays had good, informative descriptions posted. The audio guide was not very useful since we didn't bring ear buds and found that using the guide without them was disturbing others.
Nina
Jun 2025Verified booking
Problem-free handover of the tickets. The audio guide is a bit emotionless, you almost fall asleep while listening to it... but all in all, everything was great.
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Galland
May 2025Verified booking
What I liked most about this experience was the guide's welcome and her efficient help in orienting us and advising us on the tour. The messages and reminders before the date were also reassuring.
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John
May 2025Verified booking
Palazzo Vecchio is a wonderful way to spend a couple of hours or more. Such a beautiful building, full of history and art. Our tour host, Laila, got us off to a great start showing us how to access the audio guide (which was invaluable) and where to begin our tour.
Lianne
May 2025Verified booking
Marta, our guide for the tour was fantastic. She was very knowledgable and her excitement/interest in the Medici's and the Palazzo were palpable. Directions on where to meet could be more clear, the map makes it look like you meet between the Ufizi and the Palazzo
Jørgen
May 2025Verified booking
The ticketing was according to my -positive- expectations. And we were services by a very helpful representative of Headout. Mille grazie!
DANIJEL
May 2025Verified booking
"The room od 500" is simply amazing work of art, an experience worth of visit. The palace is an enormous display od Medici wealth.
TILEMACHOS
May 2025Verified booking
The Palace is extraordinary. The architecture is amazing, and the feeling was very special. Our guide, Laila, helped us a lot with the directions and the instructions she gave us. I will definitely visit Palazzo Vecchio on my next trip to Firenze! Thanks Laila, The Greek friends!
Apoorva
May 2025Verified booking
Everything was amazing, starting from the guide, Laila, who was very sweet and helped us with the overview! We listened to the recording shared, throughout the artwork, wonderful experience over all :)
Purva
May 2025Verified booking
Laila was amazing, we had an issue with our car and couldn't find parking but she waited patiently for us to ensure we don't miss on this experience, would personally love to thank her ☺️
Justin
May 2025Verified booking
Our ticket host was the best. She was super courteous, kind, and happy to share her suggestions and experiences. We were late and she stayed well past her time to ensure we got our tickets. We can't thank her enough. You have a very good employee.
Thomas
Apr 2025Verified booking
Very friendly and helpful reception, great building with an exciting history.... Only the audio guide was unusable.
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Daniela
Apr 2025Verified booking
The ticket purchase online was super easy, all we had to do to get into the museum was ti show the toon our phones. The museum is beautiful and we enjoyed looking at the paintings especially by Georgio Vasari.
Jasmina
Apr 2025Verified booking
I don’t have any issues with the Palazzo itself, but I do take issue with the organization and the unnecessary requirement to meet a host—especially one who wouldn’t even accompany us during the visit. The instructions were quite strict and even threatening: if we weren’t at the meeting point 15 minutes before our scheduled entry, it would be assumed we weren’t showing up, and our tickets would be invalid. To be safe, we arrived 20 minutes early. We even confirmed the meeting location with a police officer. In the crowd, we asked several guides if they were our host, but none were. Eight minutes before our entry time (11:00 AM), our group of three split up—I went to the ticket office while the others stayed at the meeting point, as we were genuinely worried we wouldn’t get in. At the ticket office, I was told that our tickets were with “our host,” and we wouldn’t be able to enter without meeting them. In a panic, I returned to the meeting point, only to find that my companions had already spoken with three different people, none of whom were our host. I tried contact customer service, but it was difficult to reach them due to the amount of information I had to input manually—even though I was using the app, which should have automatically filled in basic details like the reservation number. At 11:01 AM, we finally met another couple also struggling to find the same host. One of them managed to get through to the host by phone, and after rushing through the required steps (like the lockers and scanning the app for the audio guide), we managed to enter about five minutes late. I have no complaints about the host personally—they were kind and polite—but I fail to understand the point of using the app when someone else is physically holding our tickets. We were left completely dependent on someone else's punctuality, and despite all the strict warnings not to be late, it was actually *your* service that caused the delay. It was an incredibly stressful and frustrating experience—unlike anything I’ve encountered using other ticketing apps. I truly hope I won’t have to rely on your app again in the future.
Olivier
Apr 2025Verified booking
Meeting point not precise enough. "Behind the statue..." But behind the statue there's also the entrance. whereas you should have read outside. Fortunately, it wasn't raining. Audioguide: if you have the misfortune of closing the audioguide, you no longer have access to the commentary, as you scanned a QRCode that you no longer have.
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Deray
Mar 2025Verified booking
Excellent contact with the very competent guide Why not offer the same service in French for those who don't understand Italian?
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30 Best Places to Visit in Florence
1. Uffizi Gallery
Gallery | Must See
Florence's prestigious gallery, the vast U-shaped Palazzo Degli Uffizi, was built as a government building and houses the world's greatest catalog of Italian Renaissance art. The Medici family bestowed the collection to the city in 1743 on the condition that it never leave Florence
Why Visit: The Birth of Venus by Renaissance painter Sandro Botticelli is arguably his best work. This work, which is around 10 feet long, is on display at the Uffizi Gallery.
Tip: Keep your ticket with you the entire time you are there because you could need to show it at any point.
Location: Piazzale degli Uffizi, 6, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
from €29
2. Boboli Gardens
Leisure | City Landmark
The fountain- and sculpture-adorned Boboli Gardens were arranged in the mid-16th century to a layout by architect Niccol Pericoli and are slowly but steadily being repaired to their former immaculate splendor thanks to a €2 million financing by Florence's domestic fashion house Gucci.
Why Visit: The Boboli Gardens, which feature numerous sculptures, grottoes, and fountains, is Florence's largest outdoor museum.
Tip: Spend some time exploring the sculpture and buildings in the Renaissance style. Enjoy viewing the magnificent sculptures and pieces of art, such as the imposing Fountain of Neptune or the 6-meter-tall obelisk.
Location: Piazza de' Pitti, 1, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
from €16
3. Accademia Gallery
Museum | Must See
A line forms outside the door to this gallery, which was built to house Michelangelo's David, one of the Renaissance's most recognizable masterpieces. However, the world's most renowned statue is well worth the wait. Michelangelo was also the mastermind behind the gallery's incomplete San Matteo and four Prigioni.
Why Visit: Of course, Michelangelo's David in The Tribune Hall is a must-see work of art that is on display at the Accademia Gallery.
Tip: As a result of the Accademia Gallery's fame, expect lengthy lineups at the door. Choosing skip-the-line tickets is the greatest method to save time.
Location: Via Ricasoli, 58/60, 50129 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
from €20
4. Duomo Florence
City Landmark | Must See
The Duomo di Florence is the city's most recognizable landmark. It's a massive structure topped by Filippo Brunelleschi's red-tiled cupola, with stunning pink, white, and green marble facade and elegant campanile dominating the Renaissance cityscape. Arnolfo di Cambio, a Sienese architect, began work on it in 1296.
Why Visit: To get a panoramic perspective of Florence, climb to the summit of the Cupola, which is the highest point in the city.
Tip: To avoid heavier crowds and drawn-out wait times, early mornings on weekdays are the best time to visit the Florence Duomo.
Location: Piazza del Duomo, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
from €15
5. Palzzo Pitti
Historical Landmark
This Renaissance palace was authorized by banker Luca Pitti in 1458 and later purchased by the Medici family. It was a domicile of the city's rulers for centuries. It now houses a remarkable selection of silver and jewelry, two art museums, and a series of rooms that recreate life in the palace during the House of Savoy's reign.
Why Visit: Over 500 works of art, mostly from the Renaissance era, that were once part of the Medici family's private collections are now shown in the main Gallery.
Tip: Avoid bringing camera equipment because you'll have to leave it in the cloakroom and won't be able to use it.
Location: Piazza de' Pitti, 1, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
from €24
6. Palazzo Vecchio
Historical Landmark
Arnolfo di Cambio designed this palace for the city government between 1298 and 1314, complete with crenellations and a 94m-high tower. It now houses the mayor's headquarters and the municipal council. You can enjoy breathtaking views from the top of the Torre di Arnolfo.
Why Visit: Discover the ornately decorated ceilings and statues that may be seen in the courtyards, halls, and opulent apartments. You may get an idea of the riches of Florence during the height of the Renaissance by looking at these.
Tip: Accessible entry is available at Via Dei Gondi through a side door. Wheelchair users can access the Palazzo Vecchio's two main floors.
Location: P.za della Signoria, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
from €17
7. Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
Religious Landmark | Must See
The striking green-and-white marble facade of the 13th to 15th-century Basilica di Santa Maria Novella flaunts a monastic complex that includes romantic church cloisters and a frescoed chapel. The basilica itself is a treasure trove of artistic masterpieces, culminating in Domenico Ghirlandaio's frescoes.
Why Visit: One of the first works of art to employ the then-recently discovered techniques of perspective and proportion is Masaccio's magnificent fresco Trinità, which you can see straight ahead as you enter.
Tip: Backtrack through the museum to the brilliantly frescoed Great Cloister (Chiostro Grande; 1340–60), so named for its imposing grandeur.
Location: P.za di Santa Maria Novella, 18, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
8. Museo del Bargello
Museum
From the 13th century until 1502 the podestà (governing magistrate) delivered justice behind the stark walls of Palazzo del Bargello, Florence's first public building. Today, the structure houses Italy's most complete selection of Tuscan Renaissance statues, including some of Michelangelo's earliest works and several by Donatello.
Why Visit: The Tondo Pitti by Michelangelo, the David by Donatello, the bust of Cosimo I by Cellini, and the Mercury by Giambologna are some of the important works to see.
Tip: Discover what life was like in 15th-century Florence by visiting the coin, garment, and armor exhibits. Reduced ticket prices are available for children ages 0 to 17 and young people ages 18 to 25.
Location: Via del Proconsolo, 4, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
from €18.50
9. Medici Chapels
City Landmark | Historical Landmark
Nowhere is the Medici premise more explicit than in the Medici Chapels. It is the burial site of 49 dynasty members and is decorated with granite, marble, semiprecious stones, and some of Michelangelo's most gorgeous sculptures. Francesco I is buried alongside Ferdinando I and II, as well as Cosimo I, II, and III, in the dark, enforcing Cappella Dei Principi (Chapel of Princes).
Why Visit: It is regarded as one of the finest examples of Italian Renaissance architecture. The Chapel of the Princes, the Medici family's most opulent chapel, is a majestic octagonal structure topped by a huge dome.
Tip: With your priority access ticket, you can enter without waiting in the lengthy lineups outside.
Location: Piazza di Madonna degli Aldobrandini, 6, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
from €15
10. Siena Cathedral
Religious
Built in 1255 AD in honor of the Virgin Mary by Pope Alexander IV, Siena Cathedral is the most significant church in the city. A little chapel, known as the "Old Cathedral of Siena" previously stood where the cathedral now stands. Up until 1549, the Bishop of Siena had his office at the Old Cathedral of Siena.
Why Visit: Seven pairs of double doors of the Siena Cathedral feature bronze panels that tell New Testament tales. Visitors are drawn to the cathedral's 77 enormous stained glass windows, which were made by a variety of different artisans.
Tip: Since Siena Cathedral is home to a sizable collection of historical items, it is best to refrain from touching or otherwise disturbing any of the museum's displays in order to preserve them.
Location: Piazza del Duomo, 8, 53100 Siena SI, Italy Find on map
from €9
11. Museo di San Marco
Religious Monument
The Chiesa di San Marco and an adjoining 15th-century Dominican monastery, where both the talented painter Fra' Angelico and the sharp-tongued Savonarola righteously served God, are located in the heart of Florence's university area. Today, the monastery also exhibits Fra' Angelico's work.
Why Visit: The mural by Giovanni Antonio Sogliani Within the cloister, the ancient monks' Refettorio (Refectory) is dominated by St. Dominic's Miraculous Supper (1536).
Tip: The three little chambers, kept as a sort of shrine to the troubled priest, contain a portrait, a few belongings, and pieces of the black cape and white tunic Savonarola wore.
Location: Piazza San Marco, 3, 50121 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
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12. Piazzale Michelangelo
City Landmark
Turn your back on the horde of tacky souvenir shops peddling David sculptures and boxer shorts and gaze out across the magnificent cityscape from this enormous square, which is punctured by one of Florence's two David replicas. From the Arno, it's a 10-minute climb up the hillside on a serpentine road, pathways, and steps.
Why Visit: The sunset from this is spectacular and one of the sights that you must catch when you are in Florence.
Tip: You can take bus 13 from Stazione di Santa Maria Novella and reach this beautiful spot if you don't want to go through with the climb.
Location: Piazzale Michelangelo, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
13. Giardino Torrigiani
Leisure | Family Friendly
The Torrigiani Malaspina and Torrigiani di Santa Cristina families possess Europe's largest privately held open park within a historic center, which is hidden behind the plain facades of Via de' Serragli. Visit this well-kept and adored wooded retreat while engrossed in the captivating company of the affable Marquis Vanni Torrigiani Malaspina.
Why Visit: The three floors of the tower, which spiral from the garden to the heavens, represent the three steps of the initiation process. The garden design is rich with intricate Masonic symbolism.
Tip: If you are looking for a quiet place to spend some time during the torrid bout of sightseeing in Florence, this garden will be a great place to return to.
Location: Via Dei Serragli, 144, 50124 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
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14. Ponte Vecchio
City Landmark
The famous Ponte Vecchio, built in 1345, was the only bridge in Florence to escape being destroyed by German forces in 1944. The Corridoio Vasariano, a 16th-century corridor between the Uffizi and Palazzo Pitti, circles the historic Torre Dei Mannelli at the bridge's southern end and is located above jewelry stores on the eastern side.
Why Visit: The bridge is one of the liveliest places to visit in Florence. If you are planning to go budget shopping, this is the place to be.
Tip: Keep your eyes on your belongings when you are visiting the bridge as the place is a popular hunting ground for pickpockets and miscreants.
Location: Ponte Vecchio, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
15. Basilica di Santa Croce
Religious | Architecture
The majestic neo-Gothic front of this Franciscan cathedral is enlivened by many tones of colored marble, so the austere interior comes as a shock. Between 1294 and 1385, Arnolfo di Cambio created the basilica, which takes its name from a shard of the Holy Cross that King Louis IX of France contributed in 1258.
Why Visit: The tombs of Michelangelo, Galileo, and Ghiberti are the main attractions for visitors, but the actual highlights are the frescoes by Giotto in the chapels to the right of the altar.
Tip: Look for the numerous frescoed chapels inside the basilica to discover the sheer architectural wealth of this place.
Location: Piazza di Santa Croce, 16, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
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16. Villa e Giardino Bardini
City Landmark | Leisure
The 17th-century villa and garden bear the name of Stefano Bardini (1836–1922), a 19th-century antiquarian art collector who acquired it in 1913 and restored its attractive medieval garden. It has artificial grottoes, an orangery, marble statues, fountains, and other characteristics of a classic Tuscan garden.
Why Visit: Italian painter Pietro Annigoni's works are on exhibit in the villa's tiny Museo Pietro Annigoni (1910–88). Finish with a lovely roof terrace view of the city.
Tip: Visit the garden during the delightful months of April and May when the azaleas, peonies, and wisteria are in bloom.
Location: Via de' Bardi, 1, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
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17. Museo di Palazzo Davanzati
Historic | Architecture
This 14th-century palace with a beautiful central loggia provides you a peek into exactly how Florentine nobles lived in the 16th century and was the residence of the affluent Davanzati merchant family from 1578. This is a great offbeat site to visit when in Florence.
Why Visit: Visit the fascinating Sala dei Pappagalli, Camera dei Pavoni, the first-floor Sala Madornale with its painted wooden ceiling, and the carved faces of the ancient owners on the pillars in the inner courtyard.
Tip: Only guided tours that depart at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., and noon on weekdays and at 3 p.m., 4 p.m., and 5 p.m. on weekends are allowed to access the palace's second and third floors.
Location: Via Porta Rossa, 13, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
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18. Chiesa e Museo di Orsanmichele
Religious | Architecture
The arches of an old grain market (1290) were walled in and two stories were built throughout the 14th century, creating this remarkable and inspired church with a Gothic tabernacle by Andrea Orcagna. The exterior of it is embellished with niches and tabernacles holding statues of the different guilds of Florence's patron saints.
Why Visit: The statues present in the structure today represent the work of some of the greatest Renaissance artists and are worth the visit.
Tip: If you are visiting Piazza Della Signoria, you can take a short stroll to Chiesa e Museo di Orsanmichele.
Location: Via dell'Arte Della Lana, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
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19. Museo degli Innocenti
Architecture | Museum
The loggia for Florence's Ospedale Degli Innocenti, Europe's first orphanage established by the affluent silk-weavers guild to care for unwanted infants, was planned by Brunelleschi not long after it was founded in 1421. Inside, a cutting-edge museum that analyzes its past is really moving.
Why Visit: The incorporation of Roman capitals and rounded arches by Brunelleschi makes it possibly the first Renaissance structure. It is worth visiting this place just to spot these details.
Tip: The museum features a breathtaking collection of frescoes and artwork that used to decorate the hospital as well as a lovely rooftop café patio with stunning city views.
Location: Piazza Della Santissima Annunziata, 13, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
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20. Basilica di Santa Trinità
Religious
This 14th-century church contains some of the best frescoes in the city. It was originally built in the Gothic style and later given a mannerist facade. Ghirlandaio's paintings (1483–1485) in Cappella Sassetti, located to the right of the main altar, reflect St. Francis of Assisi's life via portraits of prominent Florentines of the time.
Why Visit: The Annunciation (1422) by Lorenzo Monaco is shown above the altar in Cappella Bartolini Salimbeni, the walled side chapel. Wall frescoes depict the life of the Virgin Mary.
Tip: On the chapel floor, keep an eye out for the Bartolini Salimbeni family crest, which has the motto "Per Non-Dormire" and poppies.
Location: Piazza di Santa Trinita, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
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21. Palazzo Strozzi
City Landmark
One of the Medici family's main political and financial enemies, wealthy trader Filippo Strozzi, had this Renaissance home constructed for him in the 15th century. Today, it presents fascinating exhibitions of art from many eras and genres; its contemporary art events are especially noteworthy.
Why Visit: Fashionable Florentines congregate in the exquisite interior courtyard of the palace and linger over beverages at Strozzi Caffè during important exhibitions, adding to the lively atmosphere of the location.
Tip: The gallery is a crowd favorite thanks to its family-friendly art workshops, tours, and other events.
Location: Piazza Degli Strozzi, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
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22. Via de’ Tornabuoni
City Street
The most luxurious shopping street in the city, Via de Tornabuoni, is surrounded by Renaissance palaces and Italian fashion businesses. It is known as the "Salotto di Firenze," or "Florence's Drawing Room," after a prominent Florentine family. The aristocratic Antinori family has owned Palazzo Antinori (1461-69) at its northernmost point since 1506.
Why Visit: If you are visiting Florence, coming to this street is the first thing you should do as it is the liveliest part of the city.
Tip: Visit Via de’ Tornabuoni after sunset to see the place in all its twinkling glory.
Location: 50123 Florence, Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy Find on map
23. The Mall Firenze
Shopping mall
Florence is a great place to shop because of outlet malls like this one. There are several outlets at The Mall Firenze, including Gucci, Prada, Tom Ford, and a rooftop cafe that serves great coffee. The outlets at this mall often offer discounts on all products.
Why Visit: The Mall Firenze is one of the best shopping malls to head to in Florence because of the wide variety of products available and the location.
Tip: Located a bit outside the city limits, this mall offers you a great opportunity to explore the surroundings of Florence and have a quiet day out.
Location: Via Europa, 8, 50066 Leccio FI, Italy Find on map
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24. Palazzo Medici Riccardi
Sightseeing
In 1444, Cosimo the Elder commissioned Michelozzo to create the family's townhouse. This palace was the end outcome, and it served as a model for other Florentine family homes, including Palazzo Pitti and Palazzo Strozzi. The Medici family as well as the Riccardi family inhabited this palace at one point.
Why Visit: One of the pinnacles of Renaissance art is the upper chapel, Cappella dei Magi, which is filled in exquisitely detailed murals by Benozzo Gozzoli, a student of Fra' Angelico (c. 1459–1433).
Tip: If you are looking for a laidback tour of historical Florence, this is the ideal place to visit as it is usually not swarmed by tourists even in high season.
Location: Via Camillo Cavour, 3, 50129 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
25. Piazza della Signoria
Sightseeing | Leisure
Since the 13th century, Florentines have flocked to this area to socialize with friends and have pre-dinner beverages at storied cafes. Whenever the city experienced one of its countless political crises in earlier centuries, the town's residents would gather on the piazza.
Why Visit: Agnolo Gaddi's Seven Virtues and Giambologna's Rape of the Sabine Women are among the Renaissance sculptures on display in Loggia dei Lanzi, an outdoor gallery (1384–89).
Tip: Don't overlook the much-photographed replica of Michelangelo's David or the equally stunning equestrian monument of Cosimo I by Giambologna in the center of the square.
Location: P.za della Signoria, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
26. Museo Galileo
Sightseeing | Museum
This cutting-edge science museum is named after the famous scientist Galileo Galilei, who was born in Pisa and was invited by the Medici court to Florence in 1610. It is located on the Arno river next to the Uffizi in the 12th-century Palazzo Castellani - look for the sundial telling the time on the pavement outside.
Why Visit: A trip to the museum reveals a fascinating collection of astronomical and mathematical artifacts that Cosimo I and other Medicis amassed over the years, including telescopes, gorgeously painted globes, barometers, watches, clocks, and more
Tip: Don't overlook the showing of two of his fingers and a tooth.
Location: Piazza dei Giudici, 1, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
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27. Parco Delle Cascine
Sightseeing | Leisure
The largest park in Florence has many playgrounds and is a nice location for kids to run around. On weekends, families take over, and the park comes alive. The Medici dukes established this as an exclusive hunting preserve, but Peter Leopold made it accessible to the general public in 1776.
Why Visit: Rajaram Cuttiputti, an Indian maharajah who passed away from gastroenteritis while on vacation in Florence in 1870, is memorialized at the park's furthest westernmost point.
Tip: Le Pavoniere swimming pool is also available during the summer. You can also bike, rollerblade, and fly kites in the park.
Location: Piazzale Delle Cascine, 50144 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
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28. Gucci Garden
Leisure
Gucci Garden is an extravagantly whimsical monument to the Florentine fashion tycoon, and it is tastefully housed in the 14th-century Palazzo Della Mercanzia. The history of the 1921-founded company is displayed through apparel, accessories, multimedia projects, and a hugely popular "selfie" wall bearing the recognizable double-G monogram.
Why Visit: The bottom floor's almost psychedelic, the boudoir-styled boutique is intended more for immersive browsing than for high-end shopping, while the first and second floors' gallery rooms tell the Gucci narrative.
Tip: The modest ground-floor restaurant marked by Gucci, Osteria da Massimo Bottura, is open to the public for no charge.
Location: P.za della Signoria, 10, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
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29. Basilica di San Lorenzo
Religious
This incomplete basilica served as both the Medici family mausoleum and the parish church and is regarded as one of Florence's most harmonious examples of Renaissance architecture. It was constructed over a church from the fourth century and was planned by Brunelleschi in 1425 for Cosimo the Elder.
Why Visit: Look for Brunelleschi's incredibly exquisite Sagrestia Vecchia (Old Sacristy), which features sculptural embellishments by Donatello, in the somber interior.
Tip: The actual burial site of Donatello is located in the basilica crypt, which is now a part of the San Lorenzo Museum of Treasures.
Location: Piazza di San Lorenzo, 9, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
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30. Galleria Palatina
Architecture | Gallery
In the remarkable collection of 16th to 18th-century artwork accumulated by the Medici and Lorraine dukes, Raphaels and Rubens compete for center stage in the Galleria Palatina of the Palazzo Pitti. The gallery is loaded with several known works of art and is a must-visit.
Why Visit: Highlights include Botticelli's Portrait of a Woman in the Sala di Prometeo and Fra' Filippo Lippi's Madonna and Child with Stories from the Life of St. Anne.
Tip: The gallery is accessible via a staircase from the central courtyard and has kept the original exhibition arrangement of paintings. Go slowly and concentrate on each piece of art one at a time.
Location: Piazza de' Pitti, 1, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy Find on map
Know moreFrequently Asked Questions about The Best Places to Visit in Florence
What are the best places to visit in Florence?
The best places to visit in Florence are Uffizi Gallery, Accademia Gallery, Ponte Vecchio, and Duomo Florence.
Where can I buy tickets to visit the best places in Florence?
You can purchase tickets to visit the best places in Florence online. You can also get tickets from the box offices of the attractions, but in that case, you run the risk of missing out on the popular attractions that get booked out in advance.
What are the best places to visit in Florence with kids?
The best places to visit in Florence with kids are Boboli Garden, Palazzo Vecchio, and Duomo Florence.
What are the best places to visit in Florence for architecture?
The best places to visit in Florence for architecture are the Duomo Florence, Palazzo Pitti, and Basilica of Santa Maria Novella.
What are the best places to visit in Florence to unwind and relax?
The best places to visit in Florence to unwind and relax are Boboli Gardens, Piazzale Michelangelo, and Giardiano Torrigliani.
What are the best places in Florence to eat?
The best places in Florence to eat are San Lorenzo, San Marco, and Oltarno.
What are the best places in Florence to stay?
The best places in Florence to stay are the Piazza San Marco to the north, Piazza Santa Croce to the east, Ponte Vecchio and the Arno to the south, and Piazza Santa Maria Novella to the west.
What is Florence known for?
Florence is known for its cultural diversity, heritage architecture, and abundance of tourist attractions.
What are the top attractions in Florence?
The top attractions in Florence are Uffizi Gallery, Accademia Gallery, Ponte Vecchio, and Duomo Florence.
Is it expensive in Florence?
Yes, Florence can be a bit expensive. The average daily cost of visiting Florence is US$130 for one person. For two people, the weekly cost can be US$1900.
What should you not miss while visiting Florence?
When visiting Florence, you shouldn’t miss a laidback evening in the Boboli Gardens, getting a view of the city from the Piazzale Michelangelo, and a visit to the Uffizi Gallery.