# Galleria dell'Accademia vs Museo dell'Opera del Duomo

> 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.

## 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: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/galleria-dellaccademia-florence/
- Museo dell'Opera del Duomo: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/museo-dellopera-del-duomo/

Updated 2026-07-18. Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/compare/galleria-dellaccademia-florence-vs-museo-dellopera-del-duomo/ — World Museum Guide.