Visit of Academia Gallery in Florence

The Accademia Gallery is a must-see for any tourists who want to visit Florence. The location of this gallery makes it close to the Uffizi Gallery and Duomo! You can see why people flock here daily just so they have an opportunity at seeing world famous David sculpture done up by Michelangelo.

Sculpture of David

The David sculpture by Michelangelo is one of the most famous artworks in all of Italy. It stands tall and proud, with its large block marble construction making up for 17 feet tall. There are many different versions about this masterpiece, but if you want to see the original one you have to buy Accademia Gallery tickets. The authentic version resides high above street level inside the Accademia Gallery. It has an imposing presence. You can admire natural light illuminating the huge sculpture in its corridor.

Hall of Colossus

The first hall you will come across when entering the building, called “Hall Of Colossus," contains one masterpiece which stands out among all others - Giambologna’s Rape Of The Sabine Women. This sculpture was defined by its creator to be nothing more than practice for skillful marble carvers; however, with such extreme precision on display in three different figures engraved onto just one stone makes it clear that this work far exceeds what is called an amateur's job. As you continue in the hall, you will find paintings from many different renaissance artists; Perugino, Pontormo,Filippino Lippi, Bronzino, and Domenico Ghirlandaio. The paintings in the Accademia Gallery have a way of making you feel as if you are there. The Italian renaissance period is brought to life with these pieces, which show medieval streets and festivals from centuries ago.

Hall of Prisoners

The Hall Of Prisoners houses many unfinished sculptures along its corridor leading down into David; while inside The Theater contains botanical drawings done while imprisoned.  

Visitors can find another room on this floor with relics from the Florentine Gothic period. These are artworks lined in gold which came from gothic churches and their altarpieces, done by Giotto. In addition to the Gallery you will find the museum of musical instruments. Instruments are the most important part in any musical performance. You can find some amazing instruments here. For lovers of classical music, opera and theater, here is a treasure to be explored with the eyes but above all with the hearing. The Museum of Musical Instruments is a treasure trove for music lovers with instruments from centuries ago.

Skip the line Accademia Gallery tour is highly recommended if you want to truly appreciate your visit. Many people pay for a one-time entrance, see David sculpture and leave feeling like they've seen all there is to offer inside this historic building - but that's just because no one takes time out during their busy days in Florence! We highly recommend you book our guided tour of Accademia from Florence by clicking the link below!

Accademia Gallery guided tour

If you want to learn about some of the most notable artworks at the Accademia Gallery then check out our article on the Top 5 artworks at the Accademia Gallery by clicking the link below.

Top 5 Art Works to see in Florence at the Galleria dell'Accademia in 2023