Florence VIP Early Access Michelangelo David and Dome Climb
Experience the best of Florence with our VIP Early Access tour! Enjoy an intimate small-group adventure (max 10 guests) that lets you skip the crowds and immerse yourself in Michelangelos David at the Accademia Gallery. Delve into the fascinating Dome Museum and then embark on an exhilarating climb of Brunelleschis Dome for breathtaking panoramic views of the city. Plus, enhance your journey with a solo visit—available on the same day or within two extra days—to explore the Duomo interior, bell tower, baptistery and crypt at your own pace. This tour blends expert local insights with exclusive access to Florence's iconic art and architecture, ensuring an unforgettable Renaissance adventure.
Options
English Tour
All entry fees are included
What's included in Florence VIP Early Access Michelangelo David and Dome Climb
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Galleria dell'Accademia
Begin your VIP experience at the Accademia Gallery, where you'll come face-to-face with Michelangelo’s David. Learn the secrets behind this iconic sculpture, and enjoy early access for a peaceful, crowd-free encounter with one of the world’s most celebrated masterpieces.
Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore
Next, step outside and admire the magnificent Florence Cathedral. Your guide will reveal the stories of its intricate Gothic facade and the challenges faced in constructing this architectural marvel, setting the stage for the Dome you’ll soon climb.
Museo Dell'opera Del Duomo
Continue to the Opera Museum, home to the original masterpieces once housed in the Cathedral. Explore the incredible collection, including Michelangelo's Pietà and the original Baptistery doors, delving into the history of the Cathedral’s construction.
Inclusions
- Headsets (if applicable) for clear communication
- Expert local English-speaking guide
- All entry fees included
- Access to the Dome Museum and ticket for the Brunelleschis Dome climb
- VIP early access with skip-the-line entry to the Accademia Gallery (viewing Michelangelos David)
- Intimate small-group experience (maximum 10 guests)
- Entrance to the Florence Cathedral interior (can be visited on your own after the tour)
- Gratuities (optional)
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We guarantee that this tour will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- We ask all guests under 18 to bring their ID on the day of their tour.
- Due to conditions inside the Duomo (463 steps and fairly narrow), wheelchairs, those with limited mobility, and anyone with claustrophobia cannot be accommodated on this tour.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Meet your guide in front of the Carrefour express supermarket 10/15' prior your tour departure. Look for a member of our staff holding an orange flag.
End Points
- The tour will end at the Brunelleschi's dome entrance, from where visitors will climb the dome.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Meet your guide in front of the Carrefour express supermarket 10/15' prior your tour departure. Look for a member of our staff holding an orange flag.
