Michelangelo's Florence: a city of art and beauty

Thanks to his sculpting prowess, Michelangelo was discovered by Lorenzo the Magnificent and welcomed into the Medici family as an adopted son, and his creations are still recognised around the world. To really understand the majestic beauty and power of Michelangelo's works, the Accademia Gallery is an unmissable stop for visitors to Florence. Accompanied by a private guide, admire Michelangelo's David, the great artist's most famous work and an iconic symbol of the Renaissance, sculpted from a huge block of rough marble at a young age. Then pay a visit to the Prisoners, the master's remarkable unfinished works, and St Matthew, whose incomplete, twisted body radiates emotion. Take in the silent pain of the Palestrina Pietà, which depicts Mary holding her son in her arms, bolstered by the strength of her love and faith. Finally, you can stroll freely among the other pictorial masterpieces, sculptures and musical instruments housed in the Gallery's rooms. The perfect way to enjoy a day immersed in the beauty of Italian Renaissance art.