Accademia Guided tour from Lucca

Start your day in Lucca with a scenic train ride to Florence, where your journey into the world of art and history begins. Upon arrival, meet your guide at the meeting point in front of the Uffizi Gallery, one of the world’s most famous museums. After check-in, you’ll embark on a guided tour through the gallery, housed in the former "uffizi" or "offices" of the powerful Medici family. Your knowledgeable guide will introduce you to the masterpieces of renowned artists from the Middle Ages through the Renaissance, including works by Cimabue, Giotto, Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, Titian, and many more. As you explore the gallery, you’ll have the opportunity to view iconic paintings that you’ve seen in books, magazines, and on TV, now up close and personal.

During the tour, you’ll also gain insight into the secrets behind the artists' techniques and tools, learning about their creative processes and the historical context of their works. By examining these masterpieces, you’ll come to understand why Florence is considered the birthplace of the Renaissance, with its rich legacy of innovation in art. The Uffizi Gallery is a must-see for anyone visiting Italy, offering an in-depth look into the artistic evolution that shaped the world. At the end of the tour, there’s no need to rush off feel free to stay inside the museum until closing time to further explore at your own pace. Afterward, make your way back to Lucca by train, carrying with you the unforgettable experience of one of the world's greatest art museums.