Overview
Explore the fascinating life and work of Michelangelo, a master of the Renaissance.
Your experienced guide is an independent, licensed local guide with a background in art and art history who has been doing this for years. She has accompanied many people through the narrow streets, and helped impart to them the spirit of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.
This tour includes:- Walking tour
- Basilica di Santa Croce
- Museo dell'Opera del Duomo
- Medici Chapels
- Accademia
- Incredible insight in to Michelangelo's life and works
A true master of the Renaissance, Michelangelo's amazing life and work will be the focus of this tour. On this walking tour of his native city, you will visit his home and the place where he is buried, as well as some of his amazing sculptures.
The Basilica di Santa Croce (Basilica of the Holy Cross), where Michelangelo is buried, is the principal Franciscan church of Florence. Although Michelangelo actually died in Rome, he was transported to Florence for his final rest.
Also visit the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, where the
Florentine Pietà is located. This sculpture, depicting three figures taking Jesus down from the cross, is unusual for a pietà, which usually depict Mary in mourning with the body of Christ on her lap.
Next, make your way to the Medici Chapels, where the four allegories of
Night and
Day, and
Evening and
Morning are located.
Finally, make your way to the Accademia to see the famous
David. The Gallery has housed the original David of Michelangelo since 1873, when the sculpture was moved from its previous outdoor location on Piazza della Signoria. Allegedly brought to the Accademia for reasons of conservation, there were other factors involved in the move.
- The price of this tour does not include the following entrance fees: 4€ for the Basilica di Santa Croce, 6€ for the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, 9€ for the Medici Chapels, and 15€ for the Accademia.
- The order of this tour may vary.
- This tour does not include transportation from the cruise ship pier in Livorno to Florence. Please see our offerings in "Livorno" if you require transportation from the cruise ship.
If you depend on your own transportation to get from Livorno to Florence, ShoreTrips will not be held responsible should you miss your tour time.
- The Accademia is closed on Mondays. A visit to another site will be substituted.
Days offered: 7 days a week
Departures:- 10:00 AM, duration: 3 hours
- 12:00 PM, duration: 3 hours
