Galleria dell'Accademia

ArtOpen until 6:50pmFrom €20Piazza San Marco

Founded in 1784 by Grand Duke Pietro Leopoldo, the Galleria dell'Accademia has housed Michelangelo's David since 1873, alongside his four unfinished Prisoners and St Matthew. The collection also holds Florentine paintings by Uccello, Ghirlandaio, Botticelli and Andrea del Sarto, Giambologna's plaster model for the Rape of the Sabine Women and a collection of musical instruments. Since 2026 it forms one institute with the Musei del Bargello.

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Opere restaurate in esposizione: Maestro del 1416

Two restored early 15th-century panels by the Maestro del 1416, shown side by side on the first floor with a video on the restoration.

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Florentine painting of the 15th century

Panel paintings from the Florentine Quattrocento, including works by Botticelli and Ghirlandaio.

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Sculpture: Michelangelo's David and the Prisoners

Michelangelo's David, his four unfinished Prisoners and St Matthew, plus Giambologna's plaster model for the Rape of the Sabine Women.

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Getting there

Via Ricasoli 58-60, 50122 Florence, Italy

Nearest station: Piazza San Marco and Firenze Santa Maria Novella

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Hours

Mon	Closed
Tue	08:15–18:50
Wed	08:15–18:50
Thu	08:15–18:50
Fri	08:15–18:50
SatToday	08:15–18:50
Sun	08:15–18:50

Admission

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Reduced ticket EUR 2 for eligible visitors. Free on the first Sunday of each month. Online booking fee EUR 4. 48-hour Accademia and Bargello pass EUR 26.

Last verified October 2026

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How much does Galleria dell'Accademia cost?: Standard adult admission to Galleria dell'Accademia is €20. Reduced ticket EUR 2 for eligible visitors. Free on the first Sunday of each month. Online booking fee EUR 4. 48-hour Accademia and Bargello pass EUR 26.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Galleria dell'Accademia?: Galleria dell'Accademia is open Tuesday to Sunday 8:15 to 18:50, last entry 18:20. Closed Mondays. Free entry on the first Sunday of each month.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Galleria dell'Accademia?: Galleria dell'Accademia is located at Via Ricasoli 58-60, 50122 Florence, Italy, in the San Marco area of Florence. The nearest stations are Piazza San Marco and Firenze Santa Maria Novella.
What can I see at Galleria dell'Accademia?: Home of Michelangelo's David and his unfinished Prisoners, with Florentine panel paintings from the 13th to 16th centuries. Current highlights include Florentine painting of the 15th century, Opere restaurate in esposizione: Maestro del 1416 and Sculpture: Michelangelo's David and the Prisoners.
Do I need to book Galleria dell'Accademia in advance?: Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit Galleria dell'Accademia?: Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

Image credits

Galleria dell'AccademiaRobot8A / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
Museo degli InnocentiMenkinAlRire / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
Palazzo Medici RiccardiYair Haklai, CC BY-SA 3.0
Brunelleschi's DomeSailko, CC BY-SA 3.0
Florence CathedralGary Campbell-Hall, CC BY 2.0

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