What can't be missed in the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries?
Jul 16th, 2011, 06:53 AM
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What can't be missed in the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries?
Hi folks,
Have already asked lots of questions about Florence and got great answers from a lot of people, which convinced me of the importance of starting the day early to avoid the crowds. It turns out, however, that even though I will be staying three nights in the city, I just realized, to my dismay, that I will have just one full morning in town!
Therefore, I believe that to cram up everything I want to do in my one full day plus afternoon in town, I will have no choice but to curtail my visit to the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries. Of course I would love to look at every single painting and sculpture but I would rather sacrifice this than other places in town.
So, not counting David, of course, I would really appreciate any suggestions as to what else cannot be missed in the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries, or in Florence for that matter,
Thank you all.
Have already asked lots of questions about Florence and got great answers from a lot of people, which convinced me of the importance of starting the day early to avoid the crowds. It turns out, however, that even though I will be staying three nights in the city, I just realized, to my dismay, that I will have just one full morning in town!
Therefore, I believe that to cram up everything I want to do in my one full day plus afternoon in town, I will have no choice but to curtail my visit to the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries. Of course I would love to look at every single painting and sculpture but I would rather sacrifice this than other places in town.
So, not counting David, of course, I would really appreciate any suggestions as to what else cannot be missed in the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries, or in Florence for that matter,
Thank you all.
Jul 16th, 2011, 07:00 AM
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Nothing else in the Accademia. Personally I wouldn't go there to see David either, the copy in the Piazza Signoria is far better placed.
In the Uffizi, Botticelli's Birth of Venus and Primavera, and Piero della Francesca's Duke of Urbino and Duchess of Urbino.
In the Uffizi, Botticelli's Birth of Venus and Primavera, and Piero della Francesca's Duke of Urbino and Duchess of Urbino.
Jul 16th, 2011, 07:40 AM
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Completely disagree with the advise not to see The David in person. It is awe-inspiring.
Uffizi: what is your period of interest? Go to the museum web site and do some research. Be prepared for long lines and security screening.
Uffizi: what is your period of interest? Go to the museum web site and do some research. Be prepared for long lines and security screening.
Jul 16th, 2011, 08:27 AM
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I wouldn't recommend skipping the original David, either, though it's far from my favorite work of art. As for the rest of it, without knowing what YOU are interested in, it's hard to say. Everyone's taste in art is different. I agree, study the website and figure out what appeals to YOU.
Jul 16th, 2011, 08:28 AM
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The Accademia is very small, but I wouldn't skip it. Depending on when you travel, you might be able to go late in the day and not have crowds. Michelangelo's Slaves/Prisoners which are in the hall beside David are not to be missed. You might want to check out the musical instruments if that interests you.
Jul 16th, 2011, 08:33 AM
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The Galleria Accademia is not that big, so visiting all the rooms, even to scan and see if something attracts your attention among the Florentine paintings won't take much time. Tucked away down a hallway and missed by many is the Department of Musical Instruments, which has instruments and hands-on displays that might be of interest.
Jul 16th, 2011, 12:56 PM
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I would stroll through all of the rooms at the Uffizi and spend a few minutes studying whatever interests you. It's not that large a space overall. You can view a floor plan, a a photo of each room, a 360-degree photo of a few rooms, and lists of works:
http://www.uffizi.firenze.it/english/musei/uffizi/
http://www.uffizi.firenze.it/english/musei/uffizi/
Jul 16th, 2011, 01:13 PM
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Agree that David is not to be missed! The only other section we found especially interesting are the Stradivari violin and viola in the musical section. Also check out the unfinished Michelangelo sculpture in the main gallery leading to David. Awesome place to visit!
Jul 16th, 2011, 02:10 PM
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This is a link with a map of Ufizzi and suggestions for the must-sees.
http://www.arttrav.com/florence/uffi...something-too/
http://www.arttrav.com/florence/uffi...something-too/
Jul 16th, 2011, 02:36 PM
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I would not miss David. They have also restored the statues in the logga at Piazza Signoria..... they are incredible. I have heard that the very best time to get into the Accademia if you do not have reservations is 4pm.
Jul 16th, 2011, 03:23 PM
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I thought David was the most awe-inspiring thing I've ever seen & I'm an art person who's seen a lot. Yes, the David in the Piazza Signorina is very well-placed, but it is a copy and hardly chiseled white marble! In the Uffizi, I would see the Botticellis and the Piero della Francescas and agree the Uffizi is a smallish space and could be strolled thru as suggested, stopping where something appeals. You can make reservations for both places online or thru your concierge.
Jul 16th, 2011, 08:49 PM
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I agree with other posters. I've seen David at least 3 times, and each time I'm there at least a half-hour walking around the sculpture and viewing it from up close and from a distance. Awesome. I enjoyed seeing the other works by Michelangelo there, such as the Pieta that was not completed.
