Michelangelo's David sculpture at the Accademia Gallery in Florence

Galleria dell'Accademia & Michelangelo's David, Florence

Florence, Italy

Arts Culture

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Duration2 hrs

EffortEasy

BudgetMid-Range

PriceUSD 22

StyleSelf-Guided

OpenTue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

Best monthsJan, Feb, Mar, Oct, Nov

StatusMust-See

About This Activity

The Galleria dell'Accademia holds Michelangelo's David — the 5.17-metre marble masterpiece carved 1501–1504 and considered the pinnacle of Renaissance sculpture. Tickets are €20 (plus €4 booking fee); from March 2026 a new combined ticket with the Bargello Museum costs €26 for 48-hour access to both. Book well ahead as this is one of Florence's most booked attractions. Closed Mondays. The gallery is small enough to cover in 90 minutes; David's hall alone justifies the visit.

Seasonal note: Fewer queues Jan–Mar and Oct–Nov; closed Mondays; free admission on April 25, June 2, November 4, and first Sunday of each month in 2026

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