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Priority Entrance Tickets to the Uffizi Gallery
- With these priority entrance tickets, you can bypass the long ticketing lines and save precious time to spend inside the Uffizi Gallery.
- Home to the world’s greatest collection of Italian Renaissance art, with masterpieces by Giotto, Michelangelo, Da Vinci, Raphael, and Caravaggio, the Uffizi Gallery evokes a strong emotion of awe and wonder.
- Wander the halls of Florence's most visited museum at your own pace and discover the many works of art ranging from the 12th century to the 17th century, including Botticelli's famed ""Birth of Venus"".
- Entry for anyone below 18 is free. EU citizens below the age of 25 enjoy reduced price tickets which they can avail at the Gallery itself.
- This tour cannot be canceled, amended or rescheduled.
Skip The Line to Uffizi Gallery - Guided Tour
- Gain skip the line entry to the Uffizi Gallery and enjoy a 2-hour guided tour in a small group of no more than 14 people with a professional guide.
- Marvel at legendary masterpieces by renowned artists like Botticelli, Leonardo Da Vinci, Michelangelo, Giotto and many more which are proudly hosted within the labyrinth of rooms in the Uffizi Gallery.
- This guided tour will be conducted in your choice of language: English, Spanish, Italian, French, and German.
- Kindly note that while your tickets allow you to skip the entry line into the gallery, the line through security check cannot be bypassed.
- Reduced Prices are available as per the date and time of experience chosen. - Please check the booking page for further information.
- You may cancel up to 48 hours in advance for a full refund.
Skip The Line Guided Tour to Uffizi + Accademia Galleries
- Explore two of the most popular museums in Florence - the Accademia Galleries and Uffizi, on this tour that lets you bypass the hours-long lines with a professional guide in a language of your choice (English, German, Italian, Spanish and French guided tours available).
- Learn about the various pieces of art, sculptures, and paintings as you take in the vast and famous collections housed at both museums.
- From the magnificent sculpture of ‘David’ by Michelangelo housed at the Accademia Gallery to the coveted paintings of Botticelli and Giotto housed inside the Uffizi Gallery, this tour is a fine taste of culture and art.
- This tour is divided into 2 parts - the first half starting at 10:30 AM from Accademia Gallery and the second half starting from Uffizi Gallery at 4:15 PM. After the first half of your tour at Accademia Galleria, you're free to grab lunch and walk about the city until the second half of the tour begins.
- Children aged 6 years and below do not require a ticket for this guided tour.
- You may cancel up to 48 hours in advance for a full refund.
Skip The Line to Uffizi & Accademia Galleries + Florence City Tour
- On this 6-hour English guided tour, explore the best of what Florence has to offer alongside skip the line entry to the Uffizi & Accademia Galleries.
- Not only will you be able to see Florence like a native, this tour gives you access to the two crown jewels of the city which exhibits some of the best art collections in Europe!
- Start your tour at the Accademia Gallery and learn about the many artworks harboured within its walls, including the legendary sculpture of David by Michelangelo.
- Afterwards, explore the narrow streets of Florence on foot and acquaint yourself with its history and culture before heading to the Uffizi Gallery with its extraordinary collection of artworks from the Renaissance period.
- Audio headsets will be provided for groups of more than 15 people.
- Reduced Prices are available as per the date and time of experience chosen. Please check the booking page for further information.
- You may cancel up to 48 hours in advance for a full refund.
Palazzo Pitti & Palatine Gallery Skip The Line Tickets
- Skip the long ticketing lines and gain direct entry into Palazzo Pitti, commissioned by banker Luca Pitta and the former residence of the Grand Dukes of Tuscany, inhabited over the centuries by the Medici, Lorraine and Savoy families.
- The palace houses an impressive collection of silver and jewelry, a couple of art museums and a series of rooms that recreate life in the palace during House of Savoy times, allowing you to delve into the history of the place and architecture.
- Tour the magnificent State apartments and admire the rusticated stonework and style of the Palace which gives the palazzo a severe and powerful atmosphere.
- After touring the Royal apartments and State rooms, head over to the Palatine Gallery which holds many riches and treasures acquired by the Medicis over the years including gorgeous artworks and historical artifacts.
- These tickets cannot be cancelled, amended or rescheduled.
Boboli Gardens Skip The Line Entrance Tickets
- With these tickets, you can skip the long ticketing lines and gain entry into the Boboli Gardens at Uffizi where architecture, nature, and sculptures meet in a heady bang of Renaissance style and wonder.
- Admire the many attractions in and around the park up close, such as the 6-meter high obelisk from the time of Ramses II, the stunning grottoes, and the regal Fountain of Neptune.
- Stroll along the geometric pathway wound around this verdant green landscape and surround yourself with basic expressions of the ideals from the Renaissance period with formally ordered, beautifully adorned, and simulated ancient structures.
- Included in the ticket price is a visit to the Bardini Gardens and the Museum of Porcelain which were only recently opened to the public and delve within a period of true Renaissance beauty.
- These tickets cannot be cancelled, amended or rescheduled.
Intro
In the heart of Florence lies Galleria degli Uffizi, also known as Uffizi Gallery , one of the world’s finest and oldest art galleries. It houses masterpieces from Leonardo da Vinci ’s times and its curation of paintings and sculptures will have art lovers weak in the knees. To put its merit to perspective, it is safe to say that it ranks right up with the Louvre in Paris and The Metropolitan Museum in New York. It is the second most visited museum in Italy, second to the Vatican Museum in Rome and though majority of the works here are chiefly Italian Renaissance masterpieces, it also houses a commendable collection of classical sculptures.
Uffizi Gallery History
In 1560, Cosimo I de' Medici, the second Duke of Florence commissioned Giorgio Vasari, his favourite architect to design a building for administrative and judicial purposes , hence lending to the name “Uffizi” – Office. After his death in 1574, the new duke, Francis I, commissioned Bernardo Buontalenti to convert the top floor of the Uffizi into a repository for the art treasures amassed by the Medici family from the 13th century. Every member of the dynasty thus expanded the collection until the dynasty perished in 1743, after which the collection was left to the state of Tuscany. The Uffizi finally opened doors the public after repeated request in 1765 and exactly hundred years later in 1865, it was formally coined a museum.
Exploring Uffizi Gallery
Clocking in over two million visitors yearly, the Uffizi Gallery is ranked amongst the Top 5 things to do in Florence by Tripadvisor. In its U-shaped frescoed labyrinth, you are transported to the Renaissance era of Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci and Raffaello, admiring their original works in all its splendour and glory. The Uffizi Gallery was built by the famous Renaissance architect Giorgio Vasari and commissioned by Cosimo I de’Medici way back in 1559. The most mind boggling part of Uffizi Gallery is that, the entire curation is the private collection of just the Medici family , and only a part that too. There are more priceless pieces of art tucked away in other parts of the museum which is not open to public viewing! In short, what began with a collection of artwork influential Medici family is now a world-class museum!
Uffizi Gallery Floor Plan
The Uffizi Gallery is spread over 3 floors and and here’s a basic floor plan of the Uffizi Gallery that will help you navigate around the museum with better ease. It is best to start from the top floor as it holds the important works and consumes maximum time to cover and then find your way down.
Ground Floor
The ticket office and bookstore is located on this floor. If you’re interested in glancing through books on art, history, museum guides and picking up souvenirs, you can visit this shop located bang opposite the entrance. You will be passing this bookstore cum souvenir shop on your way to the exit, so you can walk through here on your way out too.
First Floor
This floor has many interesting halls and temporary exhibits. You will see the Cabinet of Prints and Drawings here, but you will essentially see the rest of the collection on the second floor.
Second Floor
This floor houses the main and most interesting halls in the museum. There are a total of 45 halls on the second floor of the Uffizi Gallery displaying art spanning from the 13th to the 18th century. At the very end of the second floor, you will find a cafe overlooking the alazzo Vecchio and the rest of the historical center of Florence. From here, you can head back to the first floor along a modern staircase to visit the recently modernized sections of the museum and subsequently to the bookstore and exit along the same path.
Must-See At The Uffizi Gallery
"The Ognissanti Madonna" by Giotto
"Annunciation" by Leonardo Da Vinci
"Venus of Urbino" by Titian
"Birth of Venus" by Botticelli
"Doni Tondo" by Michelangelo
FAQs
1. Do I need to book tickets in advance to enter the Uffizi Gallery?
We recommend that you book tickets because of the long lines at the general entrance. Depending on the tour package you choose, priority entrance tickets to the Uffizi Gallery start at €20.
2. What are the advantages of purchasing skip-the-line tickets?
Skip-the-line tickets allow you to bypass the long lines and save time and money on your trip. They also offer exclusive access to certain sections of the gallery which may otherwise be restricted.
3. What are the types of tickets available?
You can choose from a range of tour packages on your visit to the Uffizi Gallery. These tickets offer priority entrance at €20 and guided tours that offer access to the Accademia Gallery as well are also available starting at €40. Click here to choose from more ticket options.
4. Is there a cancellation policy for the Uffizi Gallery tour tickets?
Yes, the Uffizi Gallery tickets have a flexible cancellation policy of 48 hours in advance for a full refund.
5. How long does it take to explore the Uffizi Gallery on a guided tour?
A guided tour of the entire Uffizi Gallery takes around 2 hours. You can also avail 4 to 6-hour long guided tours of the Uffizi Gallery and Accademia Gallery.
6. When is admission to the Uffizi Gallery free?
Entrance to the Uffizi Gallery is free on March 24th, June 23rd, October 11th and October 31st.
7. Do any of the tours provide detailed audio guide services?
If you are looking for a self-guided tour with audio guide services, we recommend opting for this tour. This 6-hour tour also offers skip-the-line entry and access to the Accademia Gallery as well.
8. What are the languages that the guided tours are available in?
You can avail guided tours with a professional guide in a host of languages including English, German, Italian, Spanish and French.
9. What are the timings at the Uffizi Gallery?
The Uffizi Gallery remains closed on Mondays. The timings from Tuesdays to Sundays are from 8:15 AM to 6:50 PM. Click here for more information.
10. Does the Uffizi Gallery offer any wheelchair and storage facilities?
The Uffizi Gallery offers an access ramp from the Via della Ninna. There are also lifts at the beginning and end of the gallery. It also houses a cloakroom where you can store your luggage.