Church, mosque or temple · UNESCO
Florence Cathedral
Florence, Italy
The Duomo, topped by Brunelleschi's enormous red-tiled dome.
Museum · Italy · Tuscany
Accademia Gallery
The home of Michelangelo's David.
Paid entry about 1.5 h
For storytellers
Why Accademia Gallery matters
Come here for one statue. Michelangelo's David stands at the end of a long hall, lit from above, and it's even bigger and more detailed than you expect. The museum also has unfinished slaves by Michelangelo and musical instruments. Book ahead to avoid the line.
Talking points
- The David was carved from a single block of marble.
- Unfinished statues by Michelangelo lead up to it.
- Reservations are strongly recommended.
- The museum is small and takes an hour or two.
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Good to know: Reserve timed entry ahead of your visit.
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