FLORENCE
The Florence classics, in order.
The 15 best skip the line tours in Florence, gathered in one place. What each one actually covers, what it costs, and who you book it through.
Skip-the-line timed entry to Florence’s Uffizi Gallery. See Botticelli, Michelangelo and more at your pace with an audio guide.
Most Popular“The spot to pick up the tickets was easy to find, and the line to enter the museum moved swiftly- this gallery is huge, two wings over two floors- give yourself 3-4 hours easily. Beautiful.”
Skip-the-line timed entry to Florence’s Accademia Gallery for Michelangelo’s David, plus self-paced rooms like musical instruments and Prisoners.
“We didn’t have a guide, it was self guided. The David is marvellous, most definitely worth the tickets. Mesmerising.”
Skip-the-line Uffizi tour with a small-group guide, headsets, Medici backstories, and terrace views. Plan for stairs when lifts are down.
“Absolutely fantastic! Our guide was Alessandra, she was wonderful, energetic, kind, passionate, and engaging. We booked a private tour and it was just me and my parents - we could have listened to her all day! She did such an exceptional job explaining the historical context, influence, inspiration, and backstory of all the major art…”
Small-group Florence tour that skips the line at Accademia and Uffizi, with Duomo and Piazza della Signoria walking stops plus headsets for clear guide stories.
“Beautiful views of city and information provided by our guide Mary. Mary was great with detailed facts and interactive with our group. Lots of walking.”
Skip the line into Florence’s Accademia with an English guide, headsets, and smart timing for seeing Michelangelo’s David in a focused hour.
“She was very informative and it was nice to just skip the line which was out the door and around the corner. I always think it’s important for children to learn from people that really understand the culture.”
Skip the line at Florence’s Accademia Gallery for reserved entry to Michelangelo’s David, Medici-era art, and the Cherubini instrument collection.
“The whole experience was brilliant. All the artwork in the gallery is beautiful and David is truly amazing!”
Skip-the-line Duomo visit with a small group, plus Baptistery, Opera del Duomo Museum, and a pre-reserved climb of Giotto’s Bell Tower.
“Julia was a wonderful guide. Moved at a perfect pace through the museums. Spoke perfect English. It’s obvious she loves her city and the art of Florence.”
Skip the long line at Florence’s Accademia Gallery and see Michelangelo’s David plus major Renaissance art at your own pace.
“Beautiful place. So much history. A must see with all the stunning art. Loved the David of Michaelangelo.”
Skip-the-line Accademia Gallery tour in Florence: see Michelangelo’s David, the Prisoners, and Medici-era Stradivarius instruments.
“Great tour. Our guide Jenny was very informative and you could tell she had such a passion for all the artwork. Definitely recommend.”
Skip the lines to Michelangelo’s David and the Duomo, then walk Florence’s center from Piazza Signoria to Ponte Vecchio in a small group.
“Informative and giving you an insight into the city as we walked around all over the place. Our guide was very informative. But after 2 hour mark, it became a bit too much information overload when you’re also trying to keep up with the guide, rest your feet a bit between stops and dodging people…”
Skip the line at Florence’s Accademia Gallery with an English guide, radios, and time to linger after seeing Michelangelo’s David up close.
“If you are pressed for time and have other plans on the day of your tour this tour may not be for you. First I was notified the morning of my tour time was cancelled We changed time, tour guide was late and we literally only had 15 minutes to rush through mainly to see…”
Skip the long Duomo lines in Florence with a guided museum visit and a 463-step Brunelleschi Dome climb for 360 views.
“Tour was fantastic. Helena (guide) was informative, engaging, and did not overwhelm you with excess information. Great balance. Dome climb was a highlight with great views. You must have good physical mobility to complete the climb. Overall a great experience.”
Skip-the-line Accademia tour in Florence to see Michelangelo’s David and more, with an English guide in a small group.
“Not your average tour. Mario had very thought provoking theories about Michaelangelo’s process of creating the David.”
Skip-the-line Florence highlights and David tour: see Michelangelo’s David at Accademia, walk Ponte Vecchio and more, guided in English.
“Great tour. Our guide Elise(?) is very knowledgeable, give us the history of Florence and many hidden gems of the town.”
Skip-the-line David tour in Florence’s Accademia with English guide narration through headsets, plus priority entry to save time.
“It’s a must see when in Florence. Our guide was great, she was knowledgeable and personable. The whole experience went smooth.”
The galleries, the Duomo, the Tuscan hills, and every way to walk into them.
