ACCADEMIA, Introduction

Hi, I'm Ed, your personal guide. Together with MyWoWo, I'd like to welcome you to one of the wonders of the world.

Today I'll accompany you through the Galleria dell’Accademia, which contains the most famous work of art in Florence!

You can reach the Galleria from Via Ricasoli, which is taken over by tourists willing to wait in mile-long lines just to see David. Perhaps you've also come here thanks to the planetary fame of this masterpiece sculpture. And it's true, the sight of David from the entrance of the Galleria dei Prigioni, or Prisoners' Gallery, surrounded by the enormous unfinished figures of the Slaves and St. Matthew, is a must-see.

I also suggest spending some time visiting the rest of the Gallery: besides Michelangelo, you can see many other beautiful works of art....