Accademia Gallery Opening Hours

Opening Hours of the Accademia Gallery

From Tuesday to Friday, the Accademia Gallery opens its doors at 8:15 AM. Visitors can access the museum until 6:50 PM, with the last entrance permitted at 6:20 PM. This schedule allows art enthusiasts ample time to explore and admire highlights such as Michelangelo's David. The museum's convenient location between the Duomo and Piazza San Marco makes it an accessible destination for those exploring Florence.

Advance reservations are highly recommended as visitors have to pick a time slot to access the museum.

On certain holidays, such as January 1st and December 25th, the gallery also closes its doors, so visitors should plan visits around these dates. Visiting during weekday mornings can help in avoiding larger crowds, providing a more enjoyable experience for those wanting to immerse themselves in art uninterrupted.

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Accademia Gallery Timed Entry Tickets

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  • Reserved entry to Accademia Gallery
  • PDF guide in English, Italian, French, German, and Spanish
  • Skip-the-line entry
  • Audio guide in English, French, Italian, Spanish, German & Chinese
  • Headsets (optional)

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About the Accademia Gallery

Michelangelo’s David is a sublime masterpiece that captures the essence of Renaissance artistry and human expression. Carved from a single block of marble, this iconic sculpture embodies a perfect synthesis of strength and grace. Every chiseled detail—from the intense gaze to the meticulously defined muscles—reveals Michelangelo’s extraordinary skill and profound understanding of the human form. Housed in the Accademia Gallery, David not only symbolizes the artistic spirit of Florence but also marks a turning point in art history, where humanism and naturalism were celebrated. Its imposing presence invites visitors to reflect on the technical mastery and emotional depth embedded in every facet of the sculpture, making it a timeless beacon of artistic genius.

Michelangelo’s David is a sublime masterpiece that captures the essence of Renaissance artistry and human expression. Carved from a single block of marble, this iconic sculpture embodies a perfect synthesis of strength and grace. Every chiseled detail—from the intense gaze to the meticulously defined muscles—reveals Michelangelo’s extraordinary skill and profound understanding of the human form. Housed in the Accademia Gallery, David not only symbolizes the artistic spirit of Florence but also marks a turning point in art history, where humanism and naturalism were celebrated. Its imposing presence invites visitors to reflect on the technical mastery and emotional depth embedded in every facet of the sculpture, making it a timeless beacon of artistic genius.

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