Galleria dell'Accademia vs Museo dell'Opera del Duomo
Quick answer
Galleria dell'Accademia and Museo dell'Opera del Duomo are two of Florence's essential museums — both art museums. Here is how they compare on admission, highlights, and time needed. World Museum Guide compares admission, highlights, and time needed side by side — both Galleria dell'Accademia and Museo dell'Opera del Duomo have full visitor guides below.
Florence, Italy
Galleria dell'Accademia
€16 standard admission
⏱ 1–1.5 hours
Florence, Italy
Museo dell'Opera del Duomo
€30 (combined ticket with the entire cathedral complex)
⏱ 2–3 hours
Side by side
| Galleria dell'Accademia | Museo dell'Opera del Duomo | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Florence, Italy | Florence, Italy |
| Museum type | Art Museum | Art Museum |
| Admission | €16 standard admission | €30 (combined ticket with the entire cathedral complex) |
| Free entry | — | — |
| Time needed | 1–1.5 hours | 2–3 hours |
| Closed | Mondays | — |
| Standout works | David; Prisoners (Slaves) | Pietà (Bandini Pietà); Gates of Paradise |
| Good for | Art Lovers, First-timers, History Enthusiasts | Renaissance Art Lovers, Sculpture Lovers, First-Time Visitors to Florence |
Facts from our verified data file (last verified 2026-06-30) — confirm on each museum's official site before travelling.
Choose Galleria dell'Accademia if…
Choose Galleria dell'Accademia for David and Prisoners (Slaves) — admission is €16 standard admission. Allow 1–1.5 hours.
Choose Museo dell'Opera del Duomo if…
Choose Museo dell'Opera del Duomo for Pietà (Bandini Pietà) and Gates of Paradise — admission is €30. Allow 2–3 hours.
Visiting both
Both are in Florence. Their suggested visits (1–1.5 hours and 2–3 hours) fit into one full day if you start early. Note closures: Galleria dell'Accademia closes on Mondays.
Galleria dell'Accademia guide → Museo dell'Opera del Duomo guide →