Why travelers love this tour
Four Museums, One Genius
From the Bargello's Bacchus to the Accademia's David — a complete journey through Michelangelo's life and legacy across Florence's greatest museums
Expert Street Tour of Florence
Walk the streets of Florence with an expert guide
The Full Michelangelo Story
Learn about the artist’s life and art on a dedicated Michelangelo tour of Florence
Skip-the-Line to Four Museums
Skip the line entrance to the Accademia Gallery, Medici Chapels, Bargello and the Museum of the Duomo
English-Only Tour
Tour held only in English
Ready to book?
Tour at a Glance
Prices, times and meeting point — all in one place.
From€ 150,00
Free CancellationUp to 24 hours before departure
Duration3 hours
Departure9:00AM
Meeting pointMeeting point is at our office in Via Vinegia 23R, just behind Palazzo Vecchio.Open in Google Maps
Itinerary
In the Footsteps of a Genius
From Michelangelo's childhood home to his tomb, through four museums housing his greatest sculptures — a full day dedicated to the greatest artist of the Renaissance.
Full ItineraryWho was the great Michelangelo Buonarroti, sculptor, painter, architect and poet? On this dedicated Michelangelo tour, you’ll follow in the footsteps of the genius and discover the city where he grew up and created his many masterpieces.
Michelangelo's StoryAs you wander the charming cobbled streets of this incredible Renaissance city with our expert guide, you will discover what part the artist played in making Florence such a unique place for its art. You will hear about where he was born, his family, see his childhood home, learn about what and where he studied and see his many masterpieces. His rivalries and character will be brought to life through fun facts, anecdotes and interesting stories as you get to know the real man.
Michelangelo's LegacyOn this Michelangelo tour you will learn about the important places connected with his art, from his earliest works in the Buonarroti house, to the place where he is buried.
Bargello MasterpiecesWe will visit the inside of Florence’s National Museum, the Bargello. The Bargello houses an impressionable collection of Renaissance and Mannerist masterpieces. We will see four important sculptures by Michelangelo: Bacchus, Brutus, David-Apollo and the beautiful Tondo Pitti, which is an example of the famous “non finito”. You will also be able to draw important comparisons with other works in the museum, including Verrocchio and Donatello’s bronze sculptures of David.
Historic LandmarksAs we walk from museum to museum on the Michelangelo tour you will pass places of interest connected to this iconic artist.
Michelangelo's PietàOur next visit will be inside the Opera del Duomo museum to see one of his last works, the Palestrina Pietà - a work that is impossible to see in real life and not be touched and moved. Michelangelo sculpted this Pietà for his very own tomb and the piece reflects the torment and struggle he faced in later life.
Medici ChapelsNo Michelangelo tour in Florence would be complete without visiting the New Sacristy in the Medici Chapels, where the beauty of the tombs of some members of the Medici family will overwhelm you. Throughout this experience you will learn how the Medici family had an enormous impact on the artist and his works.
Legendary SculptureThe final visit will be to the world famous Accademia Museum to see one of the most famous sculptures in the world - Michelangelo’s David. Time will be dedicated to understanding this sculpture as well as seeing another of his works, ‘Prisoners’, which was commissioned for Pope Julius II’s tomb but unfinished. The tour will end here so those who wish can continue to explore this important museum.
Landmarks Included in this Tour● Basilica of Santa Croce (from outside)
● Bargello National Museum
● Piazza della Signoria
● Loggia dei Lanzi
● Palazzo Vecchio (from outside)
● Orsanmichele church (from outside)
● Florence Duomo (from outside)
● Museum of the Opera del Duomo
● Baptistery doors (Gates of Paradise)
● Medici Chapels
● Accademia Gallery
● Bargello National Museum
● Piazza della Signoria
● Loggia dei Lanzi
● Palazzo Vecchio (from outside)
● Orsanmichele church (from outside)
● Florence Duomo (from outside)
● Museum of the Opera del Duomo
● Baptistery doors (Gates of Paradise)
● Medici Chapels
● Accademia Gallery
Highlights
What's included
- Friendly local guide with expert knowledge
- Tickets and reservation fees for Bargello, Museum of the Opera del Duomo, Medici Chapels and Accademia Gallery
- Headsets to easily and clearly hear your guide
Duration3 hours
Departure9:00AM
Free cancellationUp to 24 hours before departure
Know before you go
Helpful details before booking
A few practical notes to help you choose the right Tuscany day trip and arrive prepared.
- No Bags, Umbrellas or Selfie SticksSelfie-sticks, large bags, backpacks, umbrellas and liquids are prohibited inside the museums.
- Short Delays Possible on Busy DaysOn busy days we may experience some short delays in the Accademia Gallery. We do however provide the fastest possible entry.
- Not Accessible for Wheelchair UsersBecause there is limited wheelchair accessibility and steps, we are unfortunately not able to accept wheelchair users.
- Under-17s Must Show Valid IDAny participants under 17 must present current ID including date of birth for entry or full adult price will apply.
Plan your Tuscany trip
Travel guides before you go
Reviews
Loved by travelers
No reviews yet — yours could be the first!
Leave a reviewGood to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Once you have made your reservation and made the payment by credit card through our secure website, you will be able to print the information or save it to your mobile device to bring with you to the check-in.
We offer a full refund to any cancellation up to 24 hours before the departure time of the tour.
If you would like to change the day of your tour, you may do so (depending on availability) up to 24 hours before the start of the tour with no extra fees.
We always love to hear feedback about the tour! You can find us on TripAdvisor by searching for the Walkabout Florence Tours.
