Explore the Accademia- & Uffizi Galleries with a Local Guide
5 hours
Skip The Line Tours
Florence
Choose one of 12 locals available
Experience hosted by Martina, Giuly & other locals
Private Tour
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A visit to the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries is a journey through some of the greatest masterpieces in art history. Your local host knows how to make the most of your experience by combining these iconic museums with unique hidden gems. Enjoy seamless access and uncover treasures that will make your visit unforgettable!
See the Accademia- & Uffizi Galleries from a different perspective
Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
Ins & outs of both Galleries: Accademia & Uffizi
Forget about big tourist groups & audio guides!
What you can expect
Make the most out of your visit to the Accademia- & Uffizi Galleries and get to know the ins and outs of this world-famous attractions by the side of a local expert.
On this private tour, you’ll dive straight into the wonders of the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries. Your local host will guide you through these iconic museums, sharing fascinating stories and insights that bring the masterpieces to life. This focused experience ensures all your attention is on the treasures within—what better way to immerse yourself in Florence’s artistic heritage?
Prepare for a tour filled with fascinating insights and discoveries! Explore the great masterpieces like Botticelli's Birth of Venus and Michelangelo's David as you dive into the wonders of the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries.
With your local host, you’ll uncover the rich stories behind these iconic works and many more. Curious about art, history, or the galleries themselves? Your host is eager to share their expertise, drawing from diverse backgrounds in the arts and history.
Have specific preferences? Your host will happily tailor the experience to match your interests, ensuring an unforgettable 5-hour journey through Florence’s artistic treasures.
Choose your local
Get to know these 12 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.
Martina
Sweet-Funny Art Ministrel
5.047 reviews
English・Español・Italiano
Giuly
Professional Guide, Warm Host
4.46 reviews
English・Italiano・Türkçe
Michele
The theatre actor - tour guide!
4.999 reviews
Italiano・Português・English
Eduardo Allan Addazi
WikiEdu, art and history expert
4.913 reviews
English・Español・Français・Italiano・Português
Dina
The foodie in love with art and history!
5.0525 reviews
Español・English
Rossella
Art Tours in Tuscany & more
5.05 reviews
English
Alessia
The Wanderlust Tour Guide
4.87 reviews
English・Français・Español・Português
Omar
The Fun Actor
5.0129 reviews
English・Italiano
Giorgio
Get to know my city
4.736 reviews
English・Español・Italiano
Glenda
Florentin tours with a local guide
5.02 reviews
English・Français・Italiano
Maja
Passionate Art Explorer
4.9182 reviews
Italiano・English・Deutsch
Ivana
Engaging guide, Music lover and Italian language teacher
5.056 reviews
English・Italiano
This is the plan
Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.
Meeting point
Meet at At the entrance of the wine bar - Florence to start your journey
Itinerary
This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.
Fascinating Insights/
To help you fully appreciate the treasures inside the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries, your local host will provide fascinating insights and context before your visit. This introduction ensures you’re ready to make the most of your experience and dive deeper into the wonders of these iconic museums.
How It Works
Before entering the Accademia- & Uffizi Galleries, meet your host and get an introduction to your tour.
Discover Highlights & HIdden Gems
On this tour, follow your local host’s lead and spend time inside the attraction discovering its highlights and hidden gems
Inside the Accademia- & Uffizi Galleries
Once you are inside, follow your local host’s insights as you check out the must-sees, as well as the hidden gems that not many know about. Be part of an enriching tour that will satisfy your curiosity and answer all of your questions!
Keep Exploring
After the time with your host is over, you can either stay inside the attraction and keep exploring by yourself or say goodbye outside the attraction where your host will point out other spots to explore in Florence
Make it yours
Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.
Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.
Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.
Flexible cancellation policy
Feel confident booking
Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.
Change of plans?
Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.
Loved by travelers worldwide
Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.
Reviews from guests
Paul
(About local )
26 July 2025
Michele was terrific. Personable, knowledgable and a terrific communicator. An excellent day with a fine and fun teacher. Knowledgable and fun
Sara
(About local )
23 July 2025
Maja and I communicated prior to meeting regarding tickets, and logistics. We met on time (yay!) at the designated spot, and Maja was friendly and got to know us a bit before heading into the Accademia. She was very knowledgable and we visited the most important and interesting things there. On the walk from the Accademia to the Uffizi, Maja gave us a bit of a walking tour, and pointed out historical and interesting facts, but also chatted with us about our lives and her own. It was really nice to make a connection. At the Uffizi, again, we touched on the highlights and learned a lot - she also got to know what the most interesting things were for our family and made sure she customized based on this. She was incredibly accommodating, friendly, knowledgable and we had a GREAT time!Maja was GREAT!
Sarah🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
28 July 2025
We had the absolute pleasure of taking a food and drink tour in Florence with Giorgio, and it was one of the highlights of our trip! Giorgio was everything you could hope for in a guide – warm, funny, and incredibly knowledgeable.
His passion for Florence’s history and culture shone through in every story he told, adding so much depth and color to each stop we made. Whether we were sipping wine, sampling local delicacies, or strolling through the charming streets, Giorgio made it all come alive with fascinating facts and anecdotes.
What really stood out was his kindness and flexibility. He was incredibly accommodating to our group’s needs and made sure everyone felt comfortable and engaged throughout the tour. He had a great sense of humor and created such a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere—it felt like exploring the city with a very well-informed friend.
We can’t recommend Giorgio enough. If you're in Florence and want an unforgettable food and cultural experience, look no further!A Fantastic Experience with Giorgio
Wendy🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
27 July 2025
Giorgio was amazing!!! He took my family of 4 all around Florence and gave so much information and history about Florence and the food and wine. He was flexible and showed us things we were interested in even if it varied from the plan or agenda. The tour was worth the price we paid plus. I highly recommend Giorgio and will schedule with him again.Tastings With Giorgio
preiss.helmut🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
27 July 2025
Emily🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
26 July 2025
Our experience with Dina was truly exceptional — one of the best guided tours I’ve ever had. From the very beginning, she took the time to create a customized itinerary that thoughtfully considered the diverse ages and walking abilities in our group. Her deep knowledge of Florentine history, combined with her engaging storytelling, brought the city to life in a meaningful and memorable way.
Dina has a warm, friendly, and patient presence that made everyone feel comfortable and welcomed. She masterfully blended historical insight with modern-day context, helping us understand Florence not just as a museum city, but as a living, evolving place. The use of audio earpieces was a thoughtful touch, ensuring that all eight of us could hear her clearly despite the hustle and bustle around us.
I’ve used WithLocals for several years across many countries, and I can say with confidence that Dina has been the best guide we've had. Her preparation, passion, and personal touch made our time in Florence unforgettable. I’m already looking forward to returning — and when I do, I won’t hesitate to book another tour with her.Dina Made Firenze Come Alive for Our Group
Julian🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
25 July 2025
Eduardo was the highlight of our entire trip. From the moment we met, his warmth, professionalism, and deep local knowledge transformed a great tour into something unforgettable. Every detail was thought through — timing, atmosphere, storytelling — and he made everyone feel welcome and special. You can feel how passionate he is about what he does, and it shines through every minute. If you’re looking for a truly authentic, world-class experience, look no further. This wasn’t just a tour — it was a memory we’ll carry for life.Eduardo You Rock
Joseph🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
18 July 2025
Giorgio was fantastic. Our group was 13 people including 5 children and Giorgio was extremely flexible and patient with our group. He gave very thoughtful and detailed answers to the questions we had and kept the kids entertained with a treasure hunt. He also had great restaurant recommendations. I would highly recommend this tour. It is a great way to see and learn about the city.Great Way to See Florence
Victoria🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
17 July 2025
Giuly was wonderful, but we had children, aged 7 & 10, and the tour was difficult for them.
I think accommodations need to be made if children are in the mix. There was an amazing amount of information, and Giuly was warm and lovely, but it was just overwhelming for the little ones.
Jose Manuel
(About local )
16 July 2025
Thank you, Rosella!! Excellent tour. Very interesting, engaging, and full of great stories and historical facts that we’ll all remember. Excellent tour!
Dennis🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
16 July 2025
We enjoyed our tour with Giorgio but did not find it to be appropriately priced. In contrast to its listed description, we did not experience 10 different food/drink tastings and the tour was not customizable to our wishes. We visited several locations with Giorgio and enjoyed the variety, but the tour's title is misleading and its description should be better clarified.
Not Quite 10 Tastings
Luca🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
14 July 2025
We had the absolute pleasure of exploring Florence with Michele as our guide, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. From the very beginning, Michele impressed us with his deep knowledge, engaging storytelling, and above all, his clear love and passione for what he does.
What stood out the most was how genuinely invested he was in making our experience special. He even treated our entire family to gelato during the tour—a small gesture that spoke volumes about his kindness and generosity.
Michele never once repeated himself or fell into a routine; he kept us captivated with fascinating insights, fresh perspectives, and a great sense of humor. We walked away having learned so much about Florence—its history, culture, and hidden gems—all thanks to his enthusiastic and thoughtful guidance.
We wholeheartedly recommend Michele to anyone looking for a guide in Florence. He’s not just a guide—he’s a storyteller, a historian, and someone who truly brings the city to life.
Grazie mille, Michele!Knowledge, Passion, and Gelato!
Mike
(About local )
13 July 2025
Ivana brought the monuments and history of Florence to life. She was friendly and personable and customized the tour to our needs. Trust that she will create a wonderful Florentine experience for you.Unsurpassable!!!
ykgkx4vdpg🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
13 July 2025
My wife and I had visited Florence previously but this was a first visit for our 12 year old son. Martina was an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide who structured the tour perfectly for us. My wife and I saw parts of the city which we had missed before and our son enjoyed learning about the city’s history. We would definitely recommend Martina as your guide to Florence!Great introduction to Florence
Luca🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
12 July 2025
We had a fantastic experience touring the Uffizi Gallery with Eduardo as our guide. He was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the art, but what really stood out was his ability to keep the entire family engaged—including our three young kids!
Eduardo made the history come alive, showing us all the most important masterpieces while tailoring the explanations to suit both adults and children. Our 12-year-old even said it was the most interesting part of the day—no small feat when you’re traveling with kids!
Thanks to Eduardo, we all left with a deeper appreciation for the art and history of the Uffizi. If you’re planning a visit, I highly recommend asking for Eduardo. You won’t be disappointed!Amazing Uffizi Tour with Eduardo!
Jenna🇮🇹 Italy
(About local )
5 July 2025
Edouardo is an outstanding tour guide. He was super informative, interesting and funny. Every member of our group including kids ages 6, 11 and 12 had a fantastic time. I can’t recommend him highly enough!Fatastic experience for all ages
Michelle
(About local )
4 July 2025
We booked a private Uffizi highlights tour with Alessia for €255. Unfortunately, she never contacted us in advance and only responded when I messaged her the morning of—at which point she canceled, saying she was sick. While we understand that things happen, there was no proactive communication.
We also weren’t told that we needed to purchase our own museum admission tickets. The listing states “skip the line access,” so we assumed the tour fee would be paid to the guide. This should be clearly outlined in the tour description and confirmed ahead of time by the guide.
Thankfully, Maja stepped in at the last minute and was truly fantastic. She was warm, knowledgeable, and brought the art to life with stories and historical context that made the Uffizi unforgettable. We’d rate Maja a 10 out of 10 and would absolutely recommend her.
That said, since Alessia did not communicate proactively or officially transfer the booking, our overall experience with the original guide was a generous 7 of 10.
JoAnne🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
4 July 2025
Giuly was knowledgeable and adapted the tour to our interests. The old pharmacy was the best item.Great tour.
Katherine🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
3 July 2025
Diana was an exceptional guy. She was so knowledgeable and personable and very easy to relate to. She was a wealth of information and could not have asked for anything more.Awonderful day with Dina
Jody🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
2 July 2025
Dina was wonderful She was incredible
David🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
1 July 2025
Michele is very knowledgeable and makes the most of your time in the Uffizi. We really enjoyed the tour.Great tour!
Dean🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
30 June 2025
Michele was wonderful with you teen agers kept their attention with his details. He was able to show the shopping and eating and drinking highlights of this magical city!!!1st Day in Florence
walker.grant
(About local )
30 June 2025
We had a great 3 hour walking tour with Francesco, lots of interesting stops along the way. He is an excellent tour guide, very knowledgeable and funny! He also knows where the best gelato shops are! Great!
Lauren🇮🇹 Italy
(About local )
27 June 2025
Michele was our favorite guide in two weeks this summer. He was very engaging and got our teen interested. Definitely try to schedule with him!!!Michele was our favorite guide!!
andreas🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
27 June 2025
Mrs. Giuly was absolutely fantastic and our tour with her magical. She was incredibly informed and passionate about what she was doing. Her tour wasn’t just about dates and facts; it came from her heart and her interest was infectious. We were so pleased and incredibly lucky to have her as our guide. Thank you dear Giuly!!!
Tessa
(About local )
26 June 2025
Francesco was incredible - so much knowledge to offer and very kind and great company for the day! Would recommend to anyone :)Incredible experience!
Shee-Chang🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
14 June 2025
Ivana was a great guide for our group of four. Very well versed in all things Florentine. Nice pace and engaging presentation of key areas of Florence as well as interesting off the beaten path tidbits. Highly recommended!!Great Tour with Ivana
Steven
(About local )
12 June 2025
Hiring Michele was one of the best decisions we made on our trip to Italy. He was great and we got so much more out of our visit to the Uffizi than we would have on our own or in a large tour group. He was so knowledgeable and just a great companion to spend a few hours with talking about Italian art. Well worth it. Great Experience
Unknown
(About local )
12 June 2025
Dina was extremely helpful and a great resource for us in Florence! She showed us the best spots for Gelato and food on our tour, made sure we saw what we wanted, and left plenty of time for questions. Her english is also very good and she makes things super easy to comprehend! We booked her for two different tours and I 100% recommend booking her for your experiences in Florence! Great Tour Guide in Florence!
Temple🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
10 June 2025
Alessia’s tour was fantastic. The walking search for street art was fun and engaging. Visiting local artists’ studios, talking to the artists, was the perfect way to be introduced to ‘new’ art and we all purchased a few pieces, with commentary from the artists themselves. My students and I thoroughly enjoyed this tour. We didn’t want it to end.You need to take this tour
Diane Kyle
(About local )
10 June 2025
We took two tours with Dina as our guide and they were exactly what we were looking for. The 3 hour tour of Florence gave us an idea of the history of the beautiful city and where we wanted to explore more. The tour of the UffizziTours with Dina
Ilona
(About local )
9 June 2025
Really enjoyed the tour. Got a lott of information and good tips for the rest of our stay. Great!
Vidhya🇸🇬 Singapore
(About local )
5 June 2025
We did a tour with Eduardo as our intro to Florence . He was very communicative , friendly and accomodating from the start . He spoke very well and was clearly knowledgeable about all the history and interesting stories of Florence . We were entertained by his stories, we all learnt a great deal and he gave us great tips on things to see and do for the rest of our time there as well. I will definitely recommend Eduardo for anyone looking for a personalised walking tour in Florence ! Great tour with a knowledgeable guide
Seth
(About local )
4 June 2025
Giuly was wonderful! We asked her to put together a personal tour of the Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens for my nephew and myself and Guily delivered. She was thorough and yet provided space to allow our experience of what she was showing us. We found this to be a nice balance of information and experience. Not only that but she connected our experience with other historical landmarks in relation to the Palace and Gardens that were in different parts of Florence. This gave us a larger perspective of understanding the time in which we were peering into. Guily herself was delighful, light hearted, and attuned to our experience and pacing. She was helpful with other recommendations about what to do in the city from resturants to piazzas. My 18 uear old nephew even commented that it was one of his favorite tours because it was so easliy informative but digestable. Thank you again Giuly we had a lovely time with you and appreciated so much your expertise and sharing! SethExceptional tour
Joan🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
3 June 2025
Francesco’s tours of the Uffizi Gallery and Accademia Gallery were incredibly insightful, informative and memorable. Francesco’s knowledge of history and art are extraordinary and we learned so much about Florence, the “school of the world”, during his fascinating tours. Francesco is an engaging storyteller, and a flexible, accommodating and kind tour guide. We look forward to enjoying more tours with Francesco during future visits to Florence and highly recommend Francesco for any tour of Florence! Brilliant Florentine tour guide!
samantha🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
2 June 2025
Thanks for an interesting and customized tour! We appreciate your patience with all our MANY questions. See you next time we’re in Florence. Ciao! A wonderful tour with a local
Randy
(About local )
1 June 2025
We had an enjoyable time exploring Florence with Guily. It was a combination of a food and city tour. The tour was informative and interesting. Enjoyable tour
Axel🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
1 June 2025
Maja hat uns das Wichtigste in Florenz gezeigt und hatte auf alle Fragen eine Antwort.
Ganz lieben Dank !Maja war super nett
Peter🇳🇱 Netherlands
(About local )
30 May 2025
Giorgio is a great guide. The tour was very good, in Italian perfecto? Nice places to drink and eat and a great conversation.
Highly recommended.A great and delicious experience
k6rtts2yrn🇨🇭 Switzerland
(About local )
30 May 2025
Eduardo connaît tout de la ville et a un grand plaisir à partager ses connaissances. Il s’est adapté à nos demandes et nous a permis de comprendre la cité, son histoire et ses artistes dans un tour du centre ville de 3h.
Très sympathique, il nous a donné plein de trucs et de plans pour la suite de notre séjour!
Mark🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
29 May 2025
Giorgio took us on a great food and local knowledge tour of Florence. We started with a very informative stroll through the farmers market. Next, we walked through the streets as he explained some of the historic buildings and the stories behind them. Along the way, we stopped at several places and sampled food and beverage that the locals enjoy. It didn’t seem like we had enough time. I would love to do it again and spend a couple more hours with Giorgio as our guide. Food plus tour
Veronica
(About local )
29 May 2025
Guily was knowledgeable, engaging and educational. She provided just enough content and kept us going through the major art exhibits.Fabulous Introduction to the Ufizy Gallery
Nancy🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
28 May 2025
Eduardo, was excellent from the moment we booked on line. Always responded to texts right away, answered questions, guided us through the process of booking tickets.
We met at the perfect time of the day, entered the Uffizi, and were swept up in his in-depth narrative of the history and art we witnessed. We loved our tour, and Eduardo’s perspective. We wished we booked him for all of the museums.Perfecto
Madalina
(About local )
26 May 2025
Eduardo was a wonderful guide! thank youGreat Uffizi Tour
Michelle🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
25 May 2025
Dina was our host through the Uffizi Gallery for our family. She was delightful from beginning to end and so very knowledgeable about the beautiful works of art in the gallery. Experiencing the Uffizi was SO much more meaningful with Dina to help us understand what we were experiencing. She brought the art and artists to life, as well as those who commissioned the art. Her English is wonderful, too! Thank you Dina for a wonderful experience! Dina is Wonderful!
bvrm88n8vp
(About local )
24 May 2025
Dina took us on a great tour of the Uffizi Gallery and the Accademia Gallery. She was very responsive in planning our tour and made adjustments based on what I requested. She was willing to do less than the usual 4 hour tour since we thiught that would be too long for us. Dina was such a great guide that she made our time at the museums one of our favorite activities. She knew just the right pace to go and how much detail to give us to keep it interesting for our group of six. Aside from being so informative she was so fun and easy to be with. We highly recommend Dina!!Fantastic tour of museums with Dina!
Roger
(About local )
22 May 2025
He was an articulate and interesting host who showed us the underrated tombs of the Medici and chapel. We highly recommend him!Eduardo was excellent!
Maor🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
21 May 2025
Dina, our local tour guide in Florence, was an absolute gem! Her passion for the city’s vibrant history and culture shone through in every moment of our tour. She possesses an incredible depth of knowledge, effortlessly weaving together stories of Florence’s colorful past— from the Renaissance to its lesser-known historical gems— with engaging anecdotes and fascinating details. Her enthusiasm was contagious, making every stop, from iconic landmarks to hidden corners, feel alive and meaningful.
Dina’s warm and approachable demeanor made the experience truly enjoyable, creating a welcoming atmosphere for questions and conversation. She tailored the tour perfectly to our interests, ensuring a personalized and memorable journey through Florence. Her expertise and love for her city elevated the entire experience, leaving us with a deeper appreciation for Florence’s rich heritage.
We highly recommend Dina to anyone seeking an insightful, engaging, and unforgettable tour of Florence. She’s not just a guide—she’s a storyteller who brings the city to life!
Dina was exceptional
Josh🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
20 May 2025
Walking around Florence with Maja was a dream. Her tour is customizable, highly informative, and all around good company. Highly recommend! Brava!
Paddy
(About local )
19 May 2025
Many thanks to Maja, who provided an exceptional tour for our client on their recent visit to Italy. We received nothing but praise for Maja and she couldn't have been more helpful.Wonderful!
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