Florence sightseeing tickets: the Uffizi, David at the Accademia and Brunelleschi's dome

This guide is for first-time visitors to Florence who want the three big sights: the Uffizi Gallery, Michelangelo's David at the Galleria dell'Accademia, and the Duomo complex with Brunelleschi's dome. Each one sells its own timed entry, and all three have rules that catch people out: Monday closures, a Sunday-only-afternoon dome and strict bag limits. If you also want the palace and gardens across the river, see our Palazzo Pitti and Boboli Gardens tickets guide.

Who is this for?

• First visit, two or three days: you want Botticelli, David and the dome climb without spending a morning in the wrong queue.
• Monday arrivals: the Uffizi and the Accademia are both closed every Monday. Monday is a good day for the Duomo complex instead.
• Families: the dome climb is 463 steps with no lift, and under-18s can only climb with an adult. The two galleries are a better fit for small children.

Which ticket should I pick?

Uffizi Gallery

You can book a reserved Uffizi entry with an audio guide. You show the PDF ticket at Entrance Gate 1 under the Levante Portico. Two details from the ticket page: your entry time can shift by up to 45 minutes from the slot you choose, and the downloadable audio guide is not the museum's official one. When we checked, it was non-refundable and could not be rescheduled.

Pick this one if you only have time for one museum. The Uffizi holds Botticelli's Birth of Venus and Primavera, plus Leonardo, Raphael, Michelangelo and Caravaggio.

Galleria dell'Accademia (David)

You can book an Accademia entry ticket that includes Michelangelo's David and the permanent and temporary exhibitions. When we checked, it was also non-refundable with no rescheduling. The official visit page says reservations are highly recommended because the wait without one may be long.

Pick this one if David is the reason you came.

The Duomo complex and the dome climb

The cathedral itself is free, Monday to Saturday. Everything else (the dome, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery, the Opera del Duomo Museum and the crypt of Santa Reparata) needs a pass.

• Want the dome? Book the Brunelleschi Dome fast-track ticket. It covers the dome at a set time, plus the Bell Tower, Baptistery, museum and Santa Reparata within three days. The ticket page says you must be on time: latecomers lose the fast-track entry.
• Happy with the Bell Tower instead? Book the Giotto Bell Tower ticket. It includes the Baptistery, museum and Santa Reparata but not the dome. The tower is 414 steps.

Both tickets were non-refundable when we checked. The official dome slot can't be changed or cancelled either, and the official visitor guide says you need an ID that matches the name on the ticket to climb.

Check each official page for current prices.

When are they open?

These are the hours the official pages showed for mid-November 2026:

• Uffizi: Tuesday to Sunday, 08:15 to 18:30. Closed on Mondays, 1 January and 25 December. The ticket office closes at 17:30. See the official timetable.
• Accademia: 08:15 to 18:50, last admission 18:10. Closed every Monday, 1 January and 25 December.
• Brunelleschi's dome: the official information page listed 08:15 to 19:30 Monday to Friday (last slot 18:45), 08:15 to 17:15 on Saturday (last slot 16:30), and 12:45 to 17:15 on Sunday and holidays (last slot 16:30). Slots start every 45 minutes.
• Cathedral: free entry Monday to Saturday, 10:15 to 15:45. Closed to visitors on Sundays and religious holidays.
• Bell Tower: daily from 08:15, last slot 18:45. Baptistery: daily 08:30 to 19:30, closing at 13:30 on the first Sunday of the month. Opera del Duomo Museum: daily 08:30 to 19:00, closed on the first Tuesday of the month.

Two dated notices to check against your trip:

• The official Duomo ticket page says the dome is closed for maintenance from 16 to 20 November 2026. The Bell Tower is being restored, and views from the top may be partly reduced.
• A national strike is called for 20 November 2026. The Uffizi says it will guarantee opening only from 13:30 to 18:30 that day. See the official strike notice.

What's the best time to go?

A workable two-day plan:

1. Day 1, the Duomo: climb the dome on an early weekday slot, then visit the free cathedral between 10:15 and 15:45, then the Baptistery and the museum. The Accademia is a few minutes' walk away if you want it the same day.
2. Day 2, the Uffizi: take a morning slot and don't rush it. The Uffizi ticket office closes at 17:30, and visitors are asked to leave at 18:30.

On the first Sunday of the month the Accademia and the Uffizi Galleries have free admission. The Accademia says booking is not active on those days, so you wait in line at the entrance. Don't choose that day if you are short on time.

How do I get there?

Florence's centre is walkable, and all three sights are roughly 1 km from Santa Maria Novella station.

• Uffizi: Piazzale degli Uffizi, between Piazza della Signoria and the river. Ticketed visitors use Gate 1.
• Accademia: Via Ricasoli 58/60, north of the Duomo. The accessible entrance and ticket office are at number 60.
• Duomo: the dome entrance is on the north side of the cathedral (Porta della Mandorla); your Tiqets voucher lists Porta dei Cornacchini on the same side as the meeting point. The museum is at Piazza del Duomo 9. Pass holders enter the cathedral by Porta del Campanile on the south side.

Common mistakes

• Planning the Uffizi or the Accademia on a Monday. Both are closed every Monday.
• Planning a Sunday morning dome climb. On Sundays the dome opens at 12:45, and the cathedral is closed to visitors.
• Bringing a backpack. The Accademia has no cloakroom: large bags and backpacks aren't allowed, and water bottles are limited to 0.5 litres. At the Duomo, medium and large bags must go into the luggage storage at Piazza Duomo 38/r before you enter. The Uffizi makes you check bags and umbrellas in its free cloakroom.
• Arriving late for the dome. The official site allows only 5 minutes' delay, and slots can't be changed.
• Uncovered shoulders or legs. The cathedral, Baptistery and crypt turn away visitors with bare legs and shoulders.

FAQ

Is the dome climb included with the cathedral?

No. The cathedral is free, but the climb needs a dome ticket with a timed slot. The Bell Tower ticket does not include the dome.

How long do I need at the Uffizi?

The Tiqets reserved-entry page suggests about two hours. Some rooms are closed for restoration, so check the official list of closed rooms if you want a particular work.

Can I see David on a Monday?

No. The Accademia is closed every Monday, as well as on 1 January and 25 December.

What if I miss my dome slot?

The official site allows a delay of 5 minutes, and slots can't be changed or cancelled. Arrive at the north side early.

Which one should I pick if I only have one morning?

The Uffizi for paintings, the Accademia for David, or the dome for a climb and the view. On a Monday, only the Duomo complex is open.

Sources

• Uffizi: the Uffizi and timetable
• Uffizi: tickets
• Uffizi Galleries: rules for visitors
• Galleria dell'Accademia: visit
• Opera di Santa Maria del Fiore: plan your visit
• Opera di Santa Maria del Fiore: today's opening times
• Opera di Santa Maria del Fiore: Brunelleschi Pass