Top Florence Craft Classes

Discover an exclusive, high-quality experience where craftsmanship, sustainability and creativity come together. This immersive workshop invites you to design and create your own leather accessory in a relaxed and creative environment, without requiring any prior leather processing experience or technical skills. What is included : - A guided tour of our historic leather workshop, where you will discover the tradition and art behind the authentic craftsmanship of leather. - A behind-the-scenes look at the work of skilled craftsmen, with insights into every stage of the production process, from selection to cutting, from skinning to stitching and leather assembly. - A welcome drink before the workshop starts. - A practical creative workshop where you will design and assemble your leather accessory, giving free rein to your creativity.

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.

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.

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.

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

Create your own signature scent in the heart of Florence during a perfume masterclass with a master perfumer at the historic Antica Erboristeria San Simone. Step into a centuries-old apothecary and discover the art of fragrance-making, inspired by the Renaissance alchemists. Craft your personalized 30ml perfume using rare essences, and take home both your custom blend and a certificate to commemorate the experience. A unique and sensory journey awaits.

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.

It can be hard to choose the perfect souvenir of Italy. Design your own and unleash your creativity in a small-group jewelry-making class in Florence’s historic center. Work with metalsmithing tools, silver- or gold-plated wire, and gemstones to weave an intricate design using an ancient wire-knitting technique, then leave with a piece that reflects Renaissance craftsmanship and your own inspiration.

Michelangelo's iconic "David" is one of the most famous statues in the world and the Accademia Gallery where it is housed is a top sight in Florence. With this tour, zip past the long line at the gallery entrance and head straight to Michelangelo's masterpiece and other highlights with a guide. Learn about their history and significance and take in the collection's most important works in just about an hour.

What makes this experience unique: • Exclusive & always private — hosted in a genuine Renaissance palazzo in the heart of Florence, walkable from anywhere in the historic center • Master craftsmen by your side — our artisans guide you through every single step of the process, from the first cut to the final stitch • Fully personalized — add your initials in 22kt gold leaf, silver, or traditional fire engraving • Premium materials only — genuine vegetable-tanned leather from certified Tuscan tanneries • Available in 6 languages — English, Spanish, Korean, Chinese, Portuguese and French

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.

We are a family-run artisan pottery business. We have been operating in the sector for over 20 years. Our products are made exclusively by hand. You will enter directly into the world of artistic ceramic production. You will have the opportunity to experiment directly with your hands, the processing and in particular, the decoration of some ceramic items. The artefacts decorated by you will be yours, already included in the price of your experience. You will be able to create something personal, unique; which will remain with you and will remind you of the pleasant experience spent here in Tuscany. Why not; instead of buying the usual products for tourists, to give to your friends, relatives; you will be able to create something created with your own hands especially for them. A thought, a special, personalized gift, made exclusively for your loved one.

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

Florence's cultural riches have sparked creativity in generations of artists, so take part in this private pottery workshop in a local atelier. Shape raw clay into a decorative vase, then use fresh or dried flowers to adorn your piece. Receive guidance from your artist instructor and leave with a finished work as a memento of your time in the Cradle of the Renaissance.

Uncover Florence’s artisan legacy through an experience that blends history, creativity, and craftsmanship. You may begin with an optional guided walking tour of the Oltrarno district, exploring the historic streets where leather and textile traditions have thrived since the Middle Ages. The experience continues at the PIERO TUCCI Boutique with a hands-on sustainable leather workshop. Guided by experts, you’ll assemble and personalize your own accessory using carefully selected materials, creating a unique piece inspired by Florentine design. Includes optional walking tour, leather workshop, welcome drink, and a Polaroid photo in a leather cover. - Guided walking tour of the Oltrarno district with a local expert (if option selected) - Participate in a sustainable leather workshop at PIERO TUCCI Boutique - Create and personalize your own accessory - Includes a welcome drink and Polaroid photo in a leather cover

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.

Break up your sightseeing in Florence and learn how frescoes are created during this hands-on and private fresco painting workshop. Practice the techniques used by Renaissance masters with tips from your instructor as you create a unique work of art to take home with you. The private class can be tailored to your skill level: choose a beginner, intermediate, or advanced course.

One of the most dazzling Renaissance gardens in Italy, the Boboli Gardens are a highlight of Florence. Save valuable time and guarantee your admission with a timed-entry ticket, so you know exactly when to arrive. Take in the sculpture-lined walking paths, ornate fountains, decorative grottoes, and other highlights at your own pace, stopping to snap photos and relax far from the crowds.

Florence is famous for many local crafts, but one of its most prestigious is etching. Take a deep dive into the history of this unique art and tap your creative vein by creating a unique piece with this exclusive hands-on workshop in a city atelier. Learn the printing process from metal plate to ink and paper under the careful guidance of your artist instructor, and come away with an original etching as a one-of-a-kind souvenir.

Don't just view artistic masterpieces during your trip to Florence—have the special opportunity to make your own, thanks to this beginner-friendly clay sculpture class. Led by your artist guide, and with just a small group for company, learn to create a classical figure sculpture using traditional techniques. Master new skills, and leave the workshop with your own take-home creation.

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.

The ticket will allow you to visit Palazzo Vecchio without long waiting lines. For this attraction you can choose from the following options: - Skip-the-line entrance ticket to the Palazzo Vecchio Museum - Skip-the-line entrance ticket for the Arnolfo Tower - Combined priority entrance ticket, Museum + Arnolfo Tower. Inside you can visit the Government Rooms of the Republic, the private rooms of the Granducale family, renovated and embellished by the architect and chronicler Giorgio Vasari, who was liked by the Grand Duke. The main attraction of the Palace is the Salone dei 500, entirely frescoed by Giorgio Vasari, as well as the rooms and apartments of the Grand Duchess Eleonora of Toledo. Enjoy one of the best views of the city on the terrace located at the rear of the palace and end your visit in the rooms where the ancient Florentine Republic met (Sala dei Gigli, Sala delle Maps Geographical, Hall of the last Chancellor of the Republic).