Galleria dell'Accademia
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Galleria dell'Accademia, founded in 1784, hosts a collection of sculptures and paintings. One of the most important works on display at the museum is David by Michelangelo (completed around 1504), which was moved there in 1873.
Galleria dell'Accademia houses other works by Michelangelo Buonarroti, including the Four Prisoners (completed around 1523), San Matteo and Pietà di Palestrina.
Paintings on display at the museum include works from 3rd and 4th centuries, as well as 15th and 16th centuries. There are paintings by Fra' Bartolomeo, Andrea del Sarto and Perugino from the first part of the 16th century.
Visiting Galleria dell'Accademia
The museum is open from 8:15 a.m. to 6:50 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday. It is closed on Mondays and on certain holidays. Tickets cost euro 6,50. To confirm opening hours, call +39-055-2388-609. For advanced ticket reservations, call +39-055-294-883.
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