Academy Gallery: Priority entrance

The Accademia Gallery is one of the most visited museums in Florence, famous for preserving Michelangelo's iconic David, one of the most recognized sculptures in history. Founded in the 18th century, the gallery was created to train artists and today gathers important Renaissance works, especially sculptures and paintings by great Italian masters. In addition to the imposing David, the museum houses the Prigioni - a series of unfinished sculptures by Michelangelo that reveal his creative process - as well as paintings by Florentine artists of the Trecento and Quattrocento periods. The design of the main hall, illuminated in a way that enhances the figure of the David, makes the visit a particularly impressive moment. The Accademia Gallery is a must for those who wish to understand the expressive power of the Renaissance and the extraordinary talent of Michelangelo.