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Luxury Apartments in Accademia, Florence
Apartments around Michelangelo's David, in the scholarly, slightly calmer quarter north of the Duomo
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Where Florence keeps its most famous statue
Most visitors come to the Accademia for one reason: Michelangelo's David, which has stood in the Galleria dell'Accademia since 1873. Once they have queued, looked up and left, the quarter goes back to being one of the more lived-in corners of the historic centre. It has university buildings, convent cloisters, a botanic garden and two of the finest squares in Florence, and it is only a few minutes' walk north of the Duomo.
Our Accademia collection runs to 50+ apartments. They range from one-bedroom flats for a couple to family apartments with terraces and balconies, and a few grand floors in old palazzi with frescoed ceilings and room for up to 12 guests.
Below is a short guide to the neighbourhood, what to see and when to come.
Accademia at a glance
- Apartments
- 50+ in and around the Accademia, with up to 5 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £2,500 to £5,300 a week, from around £2,100
- Highlights
- Michelangelo's David, Fra Angelico's frescoes at San Marco and Brunelleschi's loggia at the Innocenti
- Best time
- April to June and September to October; July and August are very hot
- Getting there
- Florence airport is around 20 minutes by taxi, and Santa Maria Novella station about a 15-minute walk
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Palazzo Olivi Accademia: Elegant 3-Bedroom Apartment with Terrace – Florence Accademia3 bedrooms
Palazzo Michelangelo Accademia: Elegant 2-Bedroom Apartment with City Views – Florence2 bedrooms
Villa Levante San Niccolo Accademia: Elegant 2-Bedroom Apartment with Private Terrace – Florence Accademia2 bedrooms
Palazzo Giardino Accademia: Elegant 2-Bedroom Apartment with Private Balcony – Florence2 bedroomsWhere to stay in Accademia
Accademia for San Marco, Santissima Annunziata and a quieter base, the Duomo for the heart of things, Santa Croce for restaurants and evening life, and Ponte Vecchio for the river and the Oltrarno beyond.
David, and the figures that never got out of the marble
Michelangelo carved the David between 1501 and 1504, and it stood outside the Palazzo Vecchio for more than three centuries before it was moved indoors. Seeing it at the end of its long gallery, at more than five metres tall, is still worth the queue.
Take your time on the way there, too. The unfinished Prisoners line the approach, half-freed from their blocks, and say more about how Michelangelo worked than any guidebook could. The gallery also holds a fine collection of musical instruments. It is closed on Mondays, and timed tickets booked in advance save a long wait on Via Ricasoli.
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Cloisters, frescoes and a Renaissance square
Around the corner, the old Dominican convent of San Marco is now a museum. Fra Angelico painted its friars' cells, one fresco to each, and his Annunciation at the top of the stairs is one of the quietest and loveliest things in Florence. Savonarola was prior here.
A short walk east, Piazza della Santissima Annunziata is framed by arcades. One side is Brunelleschi's Ospedale degli Innocenti, begun in 1419 and often called the first building of the Renaissance, with Andrea della Robbia's roundels of swaddled infants along the loggia. Giambologna's equestrian Ferdinando I watches over it all.
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A neighbourhood that empties at dusk
The tour groups thin out by early evening, which makes the Accademia a good base for anyone who wants to be central without sleeping above a piazza full of bars. The Giardino dei Semplici, a botanic garden founded by Cosimo I in 1545, is a pleasant green pause, and the Opificio delle Pietre Dure shows off Florence's old craft of inlaid stone.
The Duomo is a few minutes' walk to the south, and the Mercato Centrale at San Lorenzo is close by for morning shopping. Santa Croce and the river are an easy stroll beyond.
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Lampredotto, lanterns and the right month
Florentine food is direct and generous: bistecca alla fiorentina cooked rare, ribollita in the cooler months, and lampredotto, a tripe sandwich, from the stalls around the Mercato Centrale for the brave. Schiacciata, the salty local flatbread, makes a good lunch on the move.
Spring and early autumn are the best times to come. July and August are hot and busy, and some Florentines leave the city in August. On the evening of 7 September the Rificolona fills Santissima Annunziata with children carrying paper lanterns. Our concierge can book timed museum tickets, private guides, restaurant tables and transfers.
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Palazzo Giglio Florence: Luxury 3-Bedroom Apartment with Air-Con – Florence3 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £5,593 a week
Villa Ceruleo Fortezza Accademia: Luxury 3-Bedroom Apartment with Air-Con – Accademia Florence3 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £5,530 a week
Palazzo SanMarco Florence: Elegant 1-Bedroom Apartment with Private Terrace – Accademia Florence1 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £5,285 a week
Villa Ceruleo San Marco Firenze: Luxury 4-Bedroom Apartment with Private Parking – Florence Accademia4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £5,173 a week
Palazzo Cipresso Accademia: Elegant 3-Bedroom Apartment in Florence’s Heart – Perfect for Families3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £4,683 a week
Casa Davide Accademia: Luxury 3-Bedroom Townhouse with Family-Friendly Features – Florence3 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £3,997 a week
Casa Ghirlandaio Accademia: Charming 3-Bedroom Apartment with Sunny Garden & Apartment Rental Accademia Florence3 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £3,962 a week
Villa Levante Oleandro Accademia Firenze: Luxury 3-Bedroom Apartment with Rooftop Terrace & Air-Con – Accademia Florence3 bedrooms · sleeps 7From £3,955 a weekWhy book your apartment in Accademia with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
In the Accademia a few streets can make a real difference, and we know which apartments face quiet courtyards rather than the queue for David. With 50+ properties in Accademia, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
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You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Timed tickets for the Accademia and the Uffizi, private art historians, restaurant reservations, cookery classes, day trips into Chianti and transfers from Florence and Pisa airports. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Accademia a good area to stay in Florence?
Yes, especially for families and anyone who sleeps lightly. It is central, just a few minutes' walk from the Duomo, but quieter in the evening than the streets around Piazza della Signoria or Santa Croce.
How do I avoid the queues to see Michelangelo's David?
Book timed tickets well in advance, and aim for early morning or late afternoon. The Galleria dell'Accademia is closed on Mondays. Our concierge can arrange tickets and a private guide.
When is the best time to visit Florence?
April to June and September to October bring the most comfortable weather. July and August are hot and crowded, and winter is quieter, with shorter queues at the museums.
Can you arrange a private chef at a apartment in Accademia?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury propertie in Accademia cost?
Across our 50+ properties in Accademia, weekly rates typically range from £2,500 to £5,300, with the most affordable from around £2,100 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
How do I get to the Accademia from the airport?
Florence airport is around 20 minutes away by taxi, and Pisa airport is around an hour away. Santa Maria Novella station is about a 15-minute walk. Cars are restricted in the historic centre, so a car is more trouble than help.
Are there apartments in Accademia for large groups?
Yes. Our Accademia collection includes properties with up to 5 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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