Top Florence Art & Culture Classes - page 3

This isn’t just a workshop — it’s a journey into the heart of Tuscany. Set in a historic olive mill just minutes from Florence, our Olive Oil Soap-Making Workshop combines tradition, creativity, and sustainability in a setting unlike any other. What makes it special? You’ll be using our very own cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil, made on-site, to create your soap. Surrounded by olive trees and the scent of nature, you’ll get hands-on with natural ingredients, guided by passionate locals who live and breathe this land. It’s an unforgettable blend of learning, relaxation, and authenticity — and you’ll leave not only with your own handcrafted soap, but with a true taste of Tuscan culture. Book now to connect with the land, the people, and the traditions of Tuscany in a completely new way.

Live an authentic experience in the heart of Chianti, unique because it combines art and wine in one path. You will not just be spectators: you will become protagonists, creating with your own hands a ceramic object DA take with you as a special souvenir. To make the experience even more unforgettable will be the visit to the winery and the tasting of local wines with typical light lunch, immersed in the beauty of a Tuscan farmhouse. A rare opportunity to discover the real Tuscany, far from the common tourist routes, in direct contact with local artisans and producers who have kept these traditions for generations.

Experience the true flavor of the Tuscan countryside and go wine tasting withour having to get behind the wheel afterward on this Chianti wine tour from Florence. Led by a professional tour escort, the tour includes visits to local wineries set in scenic villages. Sample the most revered Tuscan wines, learn the characteristics of each blend, and hear the winemakers’ secrets.

Create an excellent product with your own hands, according to the techniques of the Florentine artisan tradition. Touch the instruments with your own hands, smell the typical scents present in the laboratories and challenge your creativity and flair in creating unique customizations. Immerse yourself with the senses, at the hands of Giorgio Linea, in a short journey to discover the invisible dynamics of fashion, being able to access the laboratory - showroom and its precious archive of vintage products.

Florence has long been known for its hand-crafted jewelry, but most tourists limit themselves to shopping. With this exclusive class, go beyond the display window and connect with a local artisan to create a unique piece of lost-wax jewelry by hand. Learn the historic casting technique and design a ring, pendant, or earring under the guidance of a seasoned craftsperson, coming away with a one-of-a-kind piece as a keepsake souvenir.

The world-class museums in Florence are an inspiration for many aspiring artists, but most painting classes last just a few hours. Go deeper and learn the techniques used by great painters over the centuries during this 5-morning hands-on workshop led by a professional artist and instructor. Copy an Old Master's work to enhance your skills, whether you're a beginner or an experienced painter, and come away with a completed painting to take home with you.

Our experience allows you not only to admire art, but above all to be able to create it with your own hands. You will learn about animals in Renaissance art and you will be able to model the clay by observing a live animal model.

Experience art, wine and tradition in the heart of Chianti. Our artisan workshop will open the doors for you to discover the ancient techniques of Tuscan ceramics. You will not be just spectators: guided by our experts, you can decorate your personalized ceramic object, creating a unique souvenir to take with you. The object will then be baked in our oven and will be ready after 3 days. It can be picked up at our store or shipped to your home (cost not included) The experience will continue with a guided tasting at the wine shop located opposite the workshop, where you will taste three local wines accompanied by a platter with cold cuts, cheeses and typical Tuscan bread. The qualified staff will accompany you to discover the combinations and stories that make these products an authentic expression of the territory. Do not miss the opportunity to experience the truest Tuscany, between creativity, flavors and tradition.

For the first time you will have the opportunity to visit a leather bag factory. They will shows us the models it creates for fashion giants, bags and accessories which are then displayed for sale in the most famous streets in the world: Champs-Elysées, Fifth Avenue , Rodeo Drive, and many more. Vanessa, the hostess, will explain to us all, absolutely all the secrets and hard work that lie behind the glamorous facade of the great Made in Italy brands, with the help of a virtual reality experience. We will be able to handle the prototypes created for the great fashion houses of the world, we will be able to manufacture a small object ourselves and we will also have the opportunity to purchase bags and accessories. Subsequently we will visit the villa and the cellars of a historic farm and taste the genuine food typical of the Tuscan countryside, with a tasting of exclusive Chianti wine!

Many believe that Florence is the birthplace of the Renaissance art and architecture movement. On this small-group drawing workshop experience, join the scores of artists over the years who have tried to capture Florence’s unique vibe in picture form as you travel the city, learning new artistic techniques along the way.

Capture memories to last a lifetime on this private photoshoot with your nearest and dearest around Florence, Italy. Whether you’d like photographs of you and your partner looking your best on a romantic vacation, or you want to capture your family’s Florence adventure, this professional photographer is here to help photograph you at your best angles.

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.

Our experience allows you not only to admire art, but to be able to create it with your own hands. You will learn the history and secrets of a majestic work together with the expert guidance of the sculptor Octavio Palomino. 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!

Take a break from the crowded sightseeing spots in Florence and relax in a quiet studio to learn the secrets behind painting or sculpting on this small-group art lesson. Enjoy hands-on instruction from a professional sculptor or a classically trained painter in an inspiring, sun-filled workshop. Learn ancient and modern techniques, and work on your own creation, painting with oils or sculpting with clay. Classes are suitable for beginners and experts alike.

Pick up a few must-know phrases in Italian to navigate the country and connect with locals surrounded by the lush Renaissance Boboli Gardens with this private experience. Meet your guide for a stroll through the gardens to learn about their history and get coached with basic Italian language pointers along the way. Then relax and enjoy Tuscan specialties over an informal picnic.

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.

Visit two of Florence’s top museums, the Accademia and the Uffizi Gallery, in just one tour that includes timed entry tickets. Admire Michelangelo’s "David" at the Accademia, and more impressive works of art, then opt for an included lunch, if you wish, before heading to the Uffizi Gallery for a guided tour of the highlights, including Botticelli’s "Birth of Venus."

Take a break from the generic sightseeing tours and get creative in this unique sneaker customization experience in the heart of Florence. Bring your style to life with a choice of colors, materials, and details, and watch your shoes take shape with the help of expert craftsmen. Relax with wine and local snacks and walk away with a one-of-a-kind, wearable souvenir handmade on the spot.

In the city of perfumes, children can also discover the magic of scents and create their own perfume. We work with children in small groups, playfully introducing them to the secrets of perfume-making with age-appropriate scents. Since children are highly creative and think instinctively, creating their own perfume is a fantastic experience for them.