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Galleria dell'Accademia di Firenze: free entry days, tickets & hours
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Accademia Gallery is next free on Sunday, 1 November 2026 (in 8 days).
- Free for everyone on the first Sunday of the month (#domenicalmuseo).
- Also free: under-18s; people with a certified disability and one companion.
- Otherwise: full price — €20.
Calendar
Free days at Accademia Gallery
- SUN1NOVSunday, 1 November 2026 · in 8 days · 08:15–18:50
- WED4NOVWednesday, 4 November 2026 · in 11 days · 08:15–18:50
- SUN6DECSunday, 6 December 2026 · in 6 weeks · 08:15–18:50
- SUN3JANSunday, 3 January 2027 · in 2 months · 08:15–18:50
- SUN7FEBSunday, 7 February 2027 · in 4 months · 08:15–18:50
- SUN7MARSunday, 7 March 2027 · in 4 months · 08:15–18:50
15 free days for everyone in the next 12 months. Closures and public holidays are already taken out. Group-only days need proof of eligibility.
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- On free days there is no booking - you simply queue at the entrance gate.
- Under-18s are free every day; a reservation (€4) is optional.
- There is no cloakroom: large bags and backpacks are refused at the door.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free dayFree for everyone on the first Sunday of the month (#domenicalmuseo) · 08:15–18:50 | everyone | The page confirms first Sundays for 2026; 2027 dates follow the same national scheme but are not yet listed. No booking service on free days - expect a long queue. | No |
| Free dayFree for everyone on 4 November 2026 (and 25 April / 2 June) · 08:15–18:50 | everyone | 4 Nov 2026 is listed explicitly; 25 Apr and 2 Jun 2027 follow the national scheme but the 2027 list is not yet published. | No |
| Free forFree for under-18s | under-18s | Collect the free ticket at the ticket office with ID. Booking a time slot is optional and costs €4. | No |
| Free forFree for people with a certified disability and one companion | visitors with disabilities (+1 companion) | Bring the disability certificate and ID. | No |
Official prices
Accademia Gallery ticket prices
| Full price — Optional timed reservation €4 (strongly recommended - queues can be long). Reduced €2 for EU citizens aged 18-24 - not free. Prices changed from 1 February 2026. | €20 |
| 48-hour combined ticket Accademia + Bargello — Michelangelo's David plus the Bargello's Renaissance sculpture. | €26 |
| 72-hour combined ticket for all six museums of the Accademia-Bargello institute — Includes the Medici Chapels and Bargello. | €38 |
| Timed-entry reservation — Skips the walk-up queue. | €4 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Worth timing your visit?
What a free day saves
Based on the official price (full price). Free days are busier — if your dates don't line up, a timed ticket is the trade-off.
Tickets & tours
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Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 08:15–18:50 |
| Wed | 08:15–18:50 |
| Thu | 08:15–18:50 |
| Fri | 08:15–18:50 |
| Sat | 08:15–18:50 |
| Sun | 08:15–18:50 |
Tuesday-Sunday 8:15am-6:50pm, last admission 6:10pm. Closed Mondays, 1 January and 25 December.
Via Ricasoli 58/60, 50122 Florence, Italy
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FAQ
Accademia Gallery: common questions
Is Accademia Gallery free?
Accademia Gallery is free for everyone on the first Sunday of the month (#domenicalmuseo) and on 4 November 2026 (and 25 April / 2 June). Also free: under-18s; people with a certified disability and one companion. Otherwise the official ticket costs €20.
When is Accademia Gallery free?
Free for everyone on the first Sunday of the month (#domenicalmuseo). The next free date is Sunday, 1 November 2026.
Who gets free entry to Accademia Gallery?
Under-18s — collect the free ticket at the ticket office with ID. Booking a time slot is optional and costs €4.. Visitors with disabilities (+1 companion) — bring the disability certificate and ID..
How much is a ticket to Accademia Gallery?
Full price costs €20 on the official site.
What day is Accademia Gallery closed?
Accademia Gallery is closed on Mondays. Tuesday-Sunday 8:15am-6:50pm, last admission 6:10pm. Closed Mondays, 1 January and 25 December.
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Sources
Where this comes from
- galleriaaccademiafirenze.it/en/visit/ · checked Friday, 23 October 2026
- galleriaaccademiafirenze.it/en/tickets/ · checked Friday, 23 October 2026
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