The Galleria dell'Accademia is home to Michelangelo's David, the world's most famous sculpture. The 5.17-meter marble masterpiece was carved 1501-1504 from a single block. The museum also houses Michelangelo's unfinished 'Prisoners' and medieval Florentine paintings.
Adults 16 EUR + 4 EUR booking. First Sunday: FREE. Under 18: FREE. 18-25 EU: reduced
Walk from Duomo: 5 min via Via Ricasoli. From SMN train station: 10 min. Tram T1 to Fortezza and walk.
Tue-Sun 8:15-18:50. Closed Monday. Last entry 30 min before closing. Extended hours some evenings.
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The statue is 5.17 meters (17 feet) tall, carved from a single block of Carrara marble. Michelangelo was only 26 when he started the work.
Useful tips for visiting Galleria dell'Accademia
From Oct 2025: ID required matching ticket name! Book online - ESSENTIAL to avoid 2+ hour queues. 16 EUR + 4 EUR booking fee. Allow 1-1.5 hours. Tuesday is usually busiest.
Walk from Duomo: 5 min via Via Ricasoli. From SMN train station: 10 min. Tram T1 to Fortezza and walk.
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