Florence: Accademia & Uffizi Museums Small Group Tour

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Guide in English08:30

Guide in English08:30 and 09:00

Guide in English08:30

Guide in English08:30 and 09:00

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Two of Florence's greatest museums in one morning, with a guide who explains what you're actually looking at

You get reserved entry to both the Accademia Gallery and Uffizi Museums with a small-group guide who knows the stories behind the masterpieces; you can explore at your own pace after the guided portion ends; lunch at a traditional Florentine restaurant is optional; the whole day is structured so you don't have to buy tickets separately or worry about arrival times.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Michelangelo's Statue of David1h · entry included
2. Uffizi Galleries1h 30m · entry included

Guided tours of Accademia and Uffizi

• Start guided tour at Accademia Gallery
• Admire Michelangelo's David and sculptures
• Explore Accademia independently
• Begin guided tour at Uffizi Gallery
• Discover Renaissance masterpieces with guide
• Explore Uffizi independently

The Experience

Your guide is waiting at the meeting point with your tickets already in hand. No queue, no hunting for the entrance. You walk straight into the Accademia Gallery with a small group, maybe eight or nine people, and the first thing you see is Michelangelo's David. It's taller than photographs suggest, and your guide starts talking about how Michelangelo carved it from a single block of marble that other sculptors had already rejected. You hear about the proportions, the tension in the pose, the way his hand grips. After the guided part wraps up, you can stay and wander the rooms yourself (the Prigioni, the Palestrina Pietà), or move on to the next stop.

The Uffizi Gallery is a short walk away, and this is where the morning opens up. Your guide leads you through rooms of Botticelli, Leonardo, Raphael: the names you know from art history class, except now you're standing in front of the actual paintings. Botticelli's "Primavera" and "Birth of Venus" are here, and your guide walks you through the symbols, the mythology, why these paintings mattered to Renaissance Florence. If your group is larger than six, you'll have an audio headset so you don't miss anything over the ambient noise. The tour ends on the Uffizi Terrace, where you get a view across the city: the Duomo, the Palazzo Vecchio, the river. You can stay in the museum after the guide leaves and keep looking at whatever caught your eye.

If you've booked the lunch option, your guide will point you toward a traditional Florentine restaurant nearby for a three-course meal: the kind of place locals actually eat, not a tourist trap. The whole experience is built around not having to figure out logistics yourself: tickets are reserved, entry is timed, someone meets you at the start, and if you need help, there's a multilingual Caf Tour person at the meeting point. Wear comfortable shoes. You'll be on your feet for several hours, and the museums are not small.

What’s included

• Reserved tickets to the Accademia Gallery and Uffizi Gallery.
• small-group guided tour with a professional local guide at both museums.
• audio headsets for groups over six people.
• on-site Caf Tour assistance and ticket delivery at the meeting point.
• free time to explore each museum at your own pace after the guided portion.
• optional three-course traditional Tuscan lunch at a characteristic Florence restaurant.

Days and timesTue–Sun · 2 departure times, from 08:30 to 09:00

AgesAges 6+ · Under 6 — Free

Meeting point and pickupNo pickup · ends elsewhereMeeting point, per the operator: “At the corner between Via Ricasoli and Piazza San Marco, in front of the loggiato of Accademia delle Belle Arti. An assistant waits for you wearing blue clothin…”

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessiblePublic transport nearby

Operated by CAF Tour and Travel - Gray Line Florence

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see Florence's two most important art museums without arranging tickets separately or navigating the crowds alone: the reserved entry and small-group guide take the logistics off your hands, and the optional lunch means you don't have to hunt for a restaurant in the middle of the day.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Under 6, free.

What's included in the ticket price?

Reserved entry to both museums, the small-group guided tour with a local guide, audio headsets if your group is over six people, and on-site assistance. Lunch is separate and optional. Adult museum admission is €29; EU citizens aged 18–25 pay €2; children under 17 are free.

Can I stay in the museums after the guide leaves?

Yes. After the guided tour ends at each museum, you're welcome to stay and continue exploring at your own pace for as long as the museum is open.

What do I need to bring?

A valid passport or ID document that matches the name on your booking. It's mandatory for entry to the Uffizi Gallery. Comfortable shoes are recommended because you'll be walking and standing for several hours.

What happens if I'm late to the meeting point?

You won't be able to join the tour, and there's no refund or rescheduling option. Arrival at the stated check-in time is mandatory.

Is the tour accessible for people with mobility issues?

The tour is wheelchair accessible, and it's suitable for all physical fitness levels. Public transportation options are available near both museums.

Can I book lunch without the tour?

The lunch is an optional add-on to the tour package. You select it when booking if you want it included.