Top Florence Art Classes

With a front-row view of the iconic Ponte Vecchio, this Paint and Wine experience is unlike any other in Florence. Set in a charming studio overlooking the Arno River, you’ll be guided step-by-step to create your own painting — no experience needed! Choose your subject on arrival and let your creativity unfold while sipping on exquisite wines, including a unique organic blackberry wine. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, you’ll enjoy a warm, relaxed atmosphere perfect for unwinding and expressing yourself. Leave with a colorful, hand-painted souvenir and the memory of creating art just steps away from Florence’s most famous bridge.

Step inside a historic artisan workshop in Florence, where traditional ceramic techniques have been preserved for generations. Your instructor will introduce you to the history of Italian majolica and explain the decorative methods that have made Tuscan ceramics famous around the world. You'll then choose your ceramic piece and begin painting it using professional brushes, vibrant glazes and classic decorative motifs, or create your own original design. Throughout the workshop you'll receive personalized guidance while enjoying a relaxed and creative atmosphere. Once completed, your artwork will be professionally glazed and kiln-fired to ensure a beautiful, durable finish. Leave Florence with more than a souvenir: take home a handcrafted piece of Italian majolica that reflects both your creativity and one of Tuscany's oldest artisan traditions. Please note: The ceramic piece will be ready for collection after approximately one week. Shipping is extra and not included in the price.

Our artistic atelier has been offering lessons and workshops since 2018. Our artistic experiences are designed for all people who love art and are suitable for all levels and ages. Our goal is to spread traditional techniques in the contemporary panorama, encouraging travelers to rediscover their own essence born in Florence, cradle of Renaissance art. Furthermore, with this type of artistic experience, we intend to offer each participant a unique and educational adventure, which at the same time gives emotions, in order to make their stay in Florence unforgettable. So all you have to do is book your favorite artistic experience and we'll take care of the rest! NOTE: all our lessons are private, once booked you will be contacted by our office to arrange times based on your needs and the availability of the atelier. Generally 10-13 are available; 2-5pm and 5.30-8.30pm our staff will try to help you!

Tuscany has been known for its pottery since ancient times, and with this hands-on class you’ll enjoy an introduction to traditional Tuscan “majolica” in just a few hours. Head to a family-run workshop in Montelupo, a village known for its pottery production since the Renaissance. Visit a real pottery factory and learn about Italian techniques then create your own masterpiece that you can take home alongside a master potter.

Take a break from sightseeing and tap into your artistic side with this paper marbling workshop in Florence. Held in a centrally located art studio, this creative class introduces you to a Renaissance-era craft still alive today. In a small group setting with more personal attention, learn about traditional materials, color mixing, and swirling techniques before creating your own one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

A unique, hands-on experience where you create your own signature perfume inside an authentic Florentine perfume atelier.

Florentine wood inlay is one of the city's many traditional crafts, but most visitors overlook this historic art form. Go beyond sightseeing and shopping and experience Florence's artisan culture with this hands-on wood inlay class. Join an experienced artisan in their tiny workshop to learn how to pierce, cut, and shade to and create an original inlaid wood composition in just a few hours. This private experience and intimate location ensure one-on-one instruction ideal for all ages and skill levels.

Visiting Florence's museums and palaces can get tiring, even for the most ardent art lover. Take an art-focused break with this hands-on craft workshop, and create a miniature version of Brunelleschi's landmark dome with colorful papers, trim, wood, and other crafting materials. Ideal for beginners and experienced crafters of all ages, this short class leaves you plenty of time to sightsee, and you'll have a completed dome souvenir to take home at the end of the experience.

Your experience begins inside a welcoming artist's studio near Piazza San Marco, one of Florence's historic artistic districts. After a short introduction, your instructor will guide you through the foundations of Renaissance drawing, including proportion, perspective, shading and observation. Working at your own pace, you'll practice professional techniques through carefully selected exercises while receiving individual guidance throughout the session. Beginners will learn the essential principles of drawing, while more experienced participants can refine their technique with personalized feedback. Beyond the practical lesson, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the artistic heritage that made Florence the birthplace of the Renaissance and leave with original drawings that capture both your progress and your experience in the city.

During our journey we will stop in some of the most fascinating and picturesque places in Florence, where you will have the opportunity to capture the essence of these unique scenarios through drawing. You will discover that the act of drawing not only fixes the image in your memory, but makes the memory more vivid and intense than a simple photograph. You will remember with precision not only the moment, but also the emotions you felt while you traced the lines on the sheet. Looking at the city through the eyes of artists allows you to capture details and nuances that normally escape the common gaze, the emotions they arouse, the harmonies hidden between lights and shadows, and the stories that shine through from every corner. At the end of this experience, not only will you have learned to observe Florence with new eyes, but you will be able to apply this new perspective to your city too, rediscovering the beauty hidden in the details that often go unnoticed.

Nothing says Italy like pizza, pasta, and gelato—but there's no need to stop eating them when your vacation ends. Learn how to recreate these quintessential treats during this half-day culinary experience in the Tuscan countryside. An Italian chef provides a fun hands-on cooking lesson that culminates in a 3-course feast of appetizers, pizza or pasta, and gelato, accompanied by wine and beer.

Unlike the classic tourist workshops, this experience allows participants to discover and practice an authentic Renaissance painting technique in a real Florentine artistic atelier. Guests not only paint, but also learn how artists traditionally prepared colors using natural pigments and egg tempera, following historical methods used before the spread of oil painting. The experience is designed for small groups and offers an intimate, authentic and practical atmosphere, ideal for those who want to experience Florence through its artistic and craft heritage. For participants interested in a more in-depth experience, you can add a bolus gilding session (approximately 1 hour with an additional cost of €50 per participant

Take a break from sightseeing in Florence, and spend some time inside cooling off from the daytime heat, with this gelato and pizza cookery class. Under the guidance of a chef, learn how to make these Italian dishes whilst getting insight into the country's culinary traditions along the way. Feast on what you have made after the class has wrapped up and celebrate with unlimited wine and soft drinks.

Take a break from sightseeing and get hands-on in this small-group, wallet-making workshop in Florence. Join a local designer who guides you through the process of crafting a wallet from scratch, with a choice of leather, colors, and details to make it your own. Perfect for friends, couples, or solo adventurers seeking a unique, interactive activity.

Escape the crowds and discover the authentic side of Florence inside your artisan leather workshop. Create your own wallet using premium rescued deadstock leather, and learn traditional leatherworking techniques from local artisans. In just 45 minutes, you’ll take home a unique handmade piece and a memorable Florentine experience.

Blend raw ingredients like oud, orange blossom, and sandalwood at this small-group perfume-making workshop in the heart of Florence. Guided by a professional perfumer, you’ll learn the art of crafting a signature scent while discovering the rich history of fragrance. End your unforgettable experience with a 30ml bottle of your own bespoke perfume—capturing your memories in every spray.

Florence is one of Earth’s greatest art cities. Whether you already paint or haven’t touched a brush since school, join a working artist in a light-filled palazzo in the heart of the historic center for this 15-hour, 5-morning course. Learn about materials, methods, and color mixing, set up your own still life, sketch it, and paint. Leave with a unique artwork and the confidence to continue your journey back home.

Discover the secrets of Tuscan cooking during this full-day experience, including a market visit and cooking class. Shop for fresh ingredients at a Florentine market before venturing to a Tuscan farmhouse in the countryside. Take your cue from a chef as you create Italian dishes from scratch including bruschetta, pasta, roast pork, and tiramisù. Complement the fruits of your labor with complimentary Tuscan wine.

Master the time-honored art of making fresh Italian pasta from scratch during this small-group cooking workshop in a historic palace in Florence. Visit the Pasta Museum to learn about the history of this iconic food. Then, don your apron and learn how to prepare fresh, handmade pasta such as ravioli, tagliatelle, and tortellini, prepared with different sauces. Afterwards, enjoy a sit-down meal with your creations, paired with organic Tuscan wines.

Try your hand in an Italian kitchen with this small-group cooking class in Florence. Set in a palace in the heart of the city, learn how to whip up an authentic 4-course dinner with the help of an expert instructor. Craft Tuscan classics such as fresh pasta, chicken stew, and tiramisu for dessert. Reward your hard work afterward with a feast of your creations, paired with delicious Tuscan wine.

Paint the same piece step by step with a professional gallery artist, unlimited wine and aperitivo included, in Sant'Ambrogio, Florence.

Flex your creative muscles as you gaze upon a beautiful vista of Florence’s rolling hills from Marignolle, just outside the city center. At the garden of local microbrewery La Birraia di Marignolle you will learn how to paint the idyllic scene before you from a professional artist as you sample beer or wine and bruschetta. Spend an evening enjoying this beautiful natural environment in a unique way.

Delve into the enchanting art of perfume-making in Florence, where history and fragrance unite. Guided by an expert master perfumer, craft a personalized scent that resonates with your unique style, choosing from luxury brand ingredients. As you blend your signature aroma, enjoy an authentic Italian aperitivo, with the option to enhance your drink with a suitable fragrance spray. This evening workshop invites you to immerse yourself in the city's captivating atmosphere, creating unforgettable memories. Conclude your experience with a celebratory toast and take home your very own custom-crafted perfume immediatelly, a perfect memento of your Italian adventure.