Art & Craft Firenze

A special cultural experience in Florence: Accademia Gallery, home to the famous David and one of the must-see museums in Florence. Admired and recommended by travelers and art history lovers, thanks to its exclusive collection, which includes; numerous works of Michelangelo, Paolo Uccello, Domenico Ghirlandaio, Sandro
Botticelli, and Andrea del Sarto and an original full-size model of “Rape of the Sabine” by Giambologna. Certainly, the most visited work of art is David by Michelangelo that had been hosting by the museum as an icon of the Renaissance since 1873. David was moved to the Accademia because of conservation reasons, besides the idea of creating a “Michelangelo Museum” in Florence. Nowadays, the Gallery has some of Michelangelo’s works, includes the unfinished ones; Prisoners, the tomb of Pope Julius II and Statue of Saint Matthew. Moreover, Accademia Gallery is the house of numerous Florentine paintings from the 13th and 16th centuries, from the Medieval Ages to High Renaissance, as well as Florentine Gothic paintings and a collection of Russian Icons combined by House of Lorraine.

Located in the historic center of Florence, Piazza del Duomo is one of
the most visited regions in Europe and the most visited area of
Florence. The Santa Maria del Fiore is the 3rd largest church in the
world. Its dome, unlike those of other prominent cathedrals, was
constructed in brick and is the largest brick dome very made. Giotto’s
Bell Tower is a notable example of Florentine Gothic architecture and is
one of the most visually stunning structures in Italy.
The Baptistery of St. John is one of the oldest buildings of Florence and
was built in the early 12 century. Its Florentine Romanesque architecture
makes it stand out amongst the other structures of the Duomo
Complex. The St. John’s Baptistery, Giotto’s Campanile and Santa Maria
del Fiore together are located in the Piazza del Duomo and are part of
UNESCO World Heritage Site covering part of Florence.
Your Experience
You will go on a comprehensive tour of the Duomo Complex. You will
begin your tour at the St. John’s Baptistery. The magnificent mosaic
covered interior of the dome is in gleaming gold and has beautiful
paintings on it. The exterior is covered in the exquisite white-grey
Carrara marble with a distinct and eye-catching green Prato marble
inlay. Next is a visit to Giotto’s Bell Tower. The multicolored campanile is
made of red, white and green marble is undoubtedly the most beautiful
in Italy.
The secrets of the Brunelleschi’s Dome will be revealed to you by the
guide. Next on the itinerary is the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral. The
Gothic elements are visible throughout the structure, and the marble
panels with different shades of pink and green, with a border made of
white marble give it a majestic look. The interiors of the church are
lavish, with frescoes adorning the inside of the dome and one of the
15
greatest examples of stained glass artwork on display. You will then visit
the Opera del Duomo Museum. The most important treasures are
stored here, and you can see the original doors of the Florence
Baptistery. Works of art by eminent sculptors, Donatello and Nanni di
Banco can be seen. You will end your tour on a high note, with some
authentic Chianti wine and cheese that is sure to tickle your taste buds.