Accademia Gallery opening hours

You can visit the Accademia Gallery from 8.15 a.m. to 6.50 p.m. from Tuesday to Sunday

Opening days and hours

From Tuesday to Sunday
8.15 a.m. - 6.50 p.m.

Closing days

Closed every Monday, on 1st January and 25th December.

How long does it take to visit the Accademia Gallery?

It takes at least an hour and a half to visit the Accademia Gallery. It certainly depends on how long you want to stay to admire the works. The time in the museum also increases if there are temporary exhibitions.

When is the best time to visit the Accademia Gallery?

The best time to visit the Accademia Gallery in Florence is low season, when there are fewer tourists in the city. The best period is from October to March.
It is advisable to avoid public holidays when queues are longer. Booking tickets online saves time and money.

F.A.Q.

The last admission is at 6.20 p.m., but to allow time to pass through security and view the main works, such as Michelangelo’s David, it is advisable to arrive by 5.30 p.m.

Bookings are allocated to specific time slots to ensure visitors are managed efficiently. If you are slightly late, staff will try to fit you into the first available slot. However, on busy days, you may have to wait or lose your priority access.

Yes, the museum is generally open on public holidays such as 25th April and 1st May, unless these days fall on a Monday (the museum's closing day). However, we recommend checking for any special openings organized specifically for public holidays that fall on a Monday.

The quietest times are usually the early morning, straight after opening at 8.15 a.m., and the last afternoon session after 5 p.m. By avoiding the middle of the day, you can admire Michelangelo's sculptures in a much quieter setting.

If you purchased your ticket online, please arrive at the designated entrance approximately 10–15 minutes before the time indicated on your ticket. This will give you enough time to complete the voucher exchange and security procedures with ease.

Priority Entrance Tickets

By booking your ticket online you can visit the Accademia Gallery avoiding long waits at the ticket office by entering through a dedicated door. Choose the ticket you prefer.