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Statue of David

Galleria dell'Accademia | Via Ricasoli 58-60, 50122 Florence, Italy
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As featured in Florence for young kids
Ranked #2 of 176 attractions in Florence
Type: Monuments/ Statues
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: <1 hour
Description: Whether or not you are into art, this is a must-see when visiting Florence: Michelangelo's magnificent marble statue of the biblical hero, David.
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Toronto, Canada
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Good to see, but theres nothing else to really do but stare at David for a few minutes and then leave. The price to get into the museum is definetly overpriced. If you need to save time, skip the line and pay double the price and get in right away with a reservation. Reservations are booked right accross the museum... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Amazing, perfect statue. All Michelangelo work is amazing, you can see it all around Florence. The visit to the Accademia worth it just to take a look of the original statue

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

The statue of David is well-sited, under natural light, and there is access all the way around. The many rooms of early religious paintings are a bit of a slog. We had booked online but the reserved queue was chaotic. We walked up to the door at our scheduled slot and were allowed in when we showed the booking time.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

This was an awesome museum except you could take no photos! If you get a tour or download the free Rick Steves app you get to learn more about the statue.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

This one deserves its fame. Astonishing level of detail, creative genius in showing to dilated veins on the hand that is held lower (right) and collapsed on the one that is held high (left), (almost) perfect anatomy.

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San Diego
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

We really enjoyed seeing Michelangelo's David in spite of the large crowds. As with many well-photographed attractions, part of the pleasure was in going to the side and back of the statue to see the stone and sling and to better understand the discussion about the size of David's head and right hand as portrayed by the artist.

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Expensive and long queues and when you get there you realize you have seen photos of it that convey the essence of the sculpture in much better light. Waste of time and money, as is Florence.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

I have seen photographs for years and always wanted to see this in person. This 14 foot tall marvel is a true beauty to behold. Other works by Michelangelo and others at the Accademia.

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London, England, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

You finally get to understand why he is so famous when you get up close, that statue is just perfect... Check out the other copies throughout the city but none beats the original. well worth the visit.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

We saw David at the beginning of our Nude and Food tour with Florence for Foodies ( separate review), and he was even more majestic and perfect than I expected ( and I had high expectations indeed). Pictures alone do not do it justice. Michaelangelo imbued him with so much warmth and humanity that you truly forget he's made of... More

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