The Accademia in Florence with kids: a family route and tips
Quick answer
The Accademia in Florence is free for under-18s and works well for families: the museum is small and takes 60 to 75 minutes. Adults pay €20. The kids' route has five stops: the Prisoners, David, Giambologna, the Adimari Cassone and the musical instruments.
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A 60-minute route with kids
The museum is short: keep each stop to 8 to 10 minutes and let them discover details.
- 1
0:00 · Hall of the Colossus
A huge plaster model
Giambologna first sculpted The Rape of the Sabine Women in plaster. Ask kids to count the figures and describe their poses.
- 2
0:10 · Hall of the Prisoners
The marble slaves
A guessing game: 'which figure is coming out of the stone?' Look at the chisel marks.
- 3
0:25 · Tribune
David
Ask them to find the sling over his shoulder and guess what he is about to do. At five metres tall, it is best appreciated from a distance.
- 4
0:45 · 15th-century painting
Adimari Cassone
Spot how many musicians and guests are in the wedding and what they are wearing.
- 5
0:55 · Instruments museum
Medici violins
Old instruments often appeal to children, and the room is quiet.
Practical tips for families
- Enter at 8:15 to avoid lines and crowds around David.
- Bring ID for minors: it is checked for free entry.
- Avoid the first Sunday of the month: free, but with long lines.
- With AnyArt, kids can point the camera at David and hear his story.
- Afterwards, a gelato in Piazza del Duomo, 10 minutes on foot.
Frequently asked questions
Do children pay at the Accademia?
No, under-18s enter free every day with ID.
Is it suitable for young children?
Yes, it is a short museum. With under-5s, limit it to 30 minutes and David.
Do I need to book with kids?
Free minors still go through the checks; book a time slot to avoid the line.
What is there to do nearby with kids?
Piazza del Duomo and the Baptistery are 10 minutes on foot; the Boboli Gardens are another good option.