Top Italy Craft Classes

Ensure your arrival into Rome is straightforward and stress-free by arranging a private transfer ahead of your trip. When you hop off your train at either Rome Termini or Rome Tiburtina railway station, simply join up with your private driver, settle into your comfortable, private vehicle, and enjoy an effortless journey direct to your central Rome hotel

Bring the whole family for a cultural exploration of the National Gallery of Modern Art on this child-friendly private tour with an art historian. After exploring the museum’s various artworks, including masterpieces by Van Gogh and Monet, your kids will have the chance to create their own pieces of art inside the museum, while you learn more about the movements and ideas behind each exhibit.

In the charming town of Sant’Agnello, join a guided tour through an authentic Sorrento inlaid wood factory. Delve into the ancient art of Sorrento inlay and craft your own small inlaid object under the attentive guidance of skilled artisans. Meet expert artisans who will guide you through every step of the process, from the careful selection of fine wood to the creation of exquisite finished pieces. Touch, explore, and closely observe the age-old techniques that make this art form truly unique. As part of the tour, have the opportunity to craft your own small inlaid object (prepared in advance) under the attentive guidance of skilled artisans. This hands-on activity ensures that every guest leaves with a tangible memory of this extraordinary experience. Discover a workshop that is not merely a place of production, but a bridge between past and present, where the rich tradition of Sorrento inlay is harmoniously blended with modern and innovative design.

Sicily's ceramic artists have thousands of years of heritage. Discover their craft and your own creativity on this small-group experience, with a maximum of 10 travelers per group. You'll learn the history of ceramics in Sicily and how to work with the wheel, then decorate a tile to discover the art of color. Your pieces will be ready for collection (or shipping, at an additional charge) in two working days.

You will visit one of the oldest workshops in Naples, where art and fashion blend and give life to works of art. You will see how Made in Italy comes to life! Gloves, always a symbol of elegance and charm, never out of fashion, are today a sign of essential style. Who better than the family could represent the Italian excellence of this product? The historic glove atelier boasts the soul of a centuries-old craft passion, the strength of a brand appreciated worldwide.

Explore the landmarks of ancient Rome, without wearing yourself out, on a small-group Segway tour with a guide. On your own electric Segway, cruise by major Rome attractions including the Roman Forum, Aventine Hill, and Circus Maximus. Learn about the Eternal City’s 2,000-year-old ruins while you zoom along the streets, and stop by the Mouth of Truth, Rome’s legendary lie-detecting sculpture.

Go beyond simply admiring Caravaggio's works in Rome's museums and learn the technique behind his groundbreaking chiaroscuro style with this hands-on painting workshop. Join a professional artist and a small group in a Roman atelier to put brush to canvas, creating your own work under the careful guidance of our instructor. You'll have a finished work of art plus newly honed artistic skills to take home with you.

Due to large crowds and numerous historical attractions, visiting a city like Rome isn't always easy for kids. This small-group tour, designed specifically for young explorers, ensures kids stay interested and engaged during a skip-the-line tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Play treasure hunts and games using multimedia tools to uncover the history of ancient Rome.

With cellphone in pockets, anyone can snap a vacation photo these days. Yet, few travelers bring paint, paper, and easels to capture the scenery through art. This Sorrento fresco painting workshop has it all for you, along with supervision from a local artist and insights into historic painting techniques used in Pompeii and Herculaneum. An aperitivo is an extra perk as you paint.

Hop on a vintage Vespa for an evening tour of the Eternal City. First stop: Rome’s most iconic landmark, the Colosseum. After a brief stop for gelato and coffee (included), the tour continues with stops at the Mouth of the Truth,  Circus Maximus , Palatine Hill, Saint Peter's Square, and the Gianicolo Hill. An experienced guide does the driving so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the views.

Get to know Syrcuse’s old town of Ortigia through the unique lens of its traditional artisan workshops with this one-of-a-kind tour. Discover historic craftspeople and ateliers passed down through the generations with an insider guide and learn about Sicilian culture and traditions. Take a break from sightseeing and explore a side of Syracuse and Ortigia that most tourists miss.

You will learn to paint with colors and tools like brushes, spatula, canvas, cotton paper with acrylic, watercolor and oil. According to you personal choice of a theme you will develop your artist experience creating your artistic project. You will need to tell me which technique you would like to experience: - Oil painting - Water color - Acrylic painting - Drawing

I'm an artist and master jeweller, art lover and food passioned, I still haven’t decided yet what I’m going to do when I grow up, meanwhile (since 1982) I design jewels and I like teach jewelry-making. In 2013 I was appointed Master of Art by Tuscany Govt. I always like meeting new people, find new inspirations, sharing my knowledge... and telling stories about my work and my city. The ancient cuttlefish bone casting technique, already known by the Egyptians more than 2000 years ago, is one of my favorites is one of my favourites and it's easy to learn. The cuttlefish bone is easy to carve to make a mold that will be filled with melted silver. After my instuctions it will be your turn to project and carve the bone into the shape of your own jewel. You will make your personalized pendant or ring, choosing from the proposed models; I will help individually to reach the best result. In the mold just carved I will cast the melted silver and you'll see immediately the rough jewel.

You’ll be welcomed into a space where leather is still cut, punched, and stitched using traditional tools and time-honored techniques. Guided by the local leatherworker, you’ll create your own mini wallet — a practical and personal item you can take home with you. But before your hands get to work, you’ll get a glimpse into the deep roots of this ancient craft. In the Middle Ages, leather was used for everyday objects like coin pouches, work aprons, sword sheaths, and even wallets. You’ll learn how leather was tanned and the unique properties, making it suitable for everything from soft clothing to rigid armor. With the support of your guide, you’ll select your leather, trace and cut the pattern, punch the stitching holes, and slowly bring your wallet to life using hand tools. You’ll also learn about stitching methods — including those once used for medieval pouches — and you’ll finish your piece by adding small personal touches. No previous experience is needed.

Rome is a vast city with heavy traffic, so exploring by foot or bus can be a hassle. Cover more ground and skirt the traffic jams with a full-day Vespa rental. Hop on a zippy Italian scooter and breeze through the heart of Rome, stopping to take in the top sights and panoramic views without the hassle of finding parking. The rental requires a valid driving license and good two-wheel driving experience.

Italy is the coffee capital of Europe, so there are few better places to learn to brew a moka than Milan. This private coffee-crafting workshop will equip you with tips and techniques to help you brew the perfect cup, while enjoying a selection of curated blends throughout. Plus, you’ll enjoy undivided attention throughout.

Explore a unique part of Venice’s history and culture—and enjoy a hands-on art experience that few other visitors get to have—thanks to this small-group mask-making workshop. Make your own way to the centrally located artisan studio, and get ready to create your very own Venetian mask using papier-maché and other provided materials. As you craft, learn insider facts and stories about the city’s mask-making traditions that you wouldn’t otherwise encounter.

Immerse yourself in the wonders of clay with a local artist, in a cozy studio in the heart of Trieste. In this creative workshop, you'll create a decorative plate inspired by the sea using clay and natural materials such as shells and textiles. Thanks to the self-hardening clay you'll be able to take your art with you. Share stories over an Illy coffee and take home an authentic keepsake, made with your own hands and full of emotion.

Venice is Italy's carnival capital and festive masks are a large part of this annual celebration. Experience Venice's mask-making tradition first-hand with this private workshop at a local atelier. Learn how to create a paper mâché base using antique stone molds on day one, then come back the following day to decorate your hardened mask with paints, fabric, crystals, gold leaf, feathers, and other adornments.

Avoid heavy traffic and cover more ground than walking tours with these daily regular and electric bike rentals in Rome. Pick up your rental near Termini, the city’s central train station—from there it’s a short ride to the Roman Forum and Colosseum. Explore the city in full freedom, access even hidden streets and alleys, and avoid having to even think about parking.

Eat like a local and try Rome's lesser-known dishes on this intimate, small-group food tour. Learn how locals eat and drink, with stops at neighbourhood delis, pastry shops, and farmers’ markets. Depending on what tour time you choose, enjoy exploring Testaccio, Campo de' Fiori, and Trastevere. Whichever you opt for, taste authentic Roman eats that many tourists miss, as you learn about the Eternal City’s rich, evolving culinary history.

Many restaurants near the Pantheon serve set menus aimed at passing visitors, so finding traditional Roman cooking takes local knowledge. Start with an aperitivo in a family-run restaurant’s cellar, where the remains of a Roman structure lie at floor level. Then sit down to a three-course dinner of Roman dishes, each paired with a regional wine chosen by a sommelier, before ending outside the Pantheon, lit up after dark.

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.

For this private mask-decorating workshop in Venice, arrive at a traditional atelier, and get a blank sand-colored mask that’s ready for your artist eye. Use feathers, sequins, and other materials to make a masterpiece. Your guide will share facts about the history of mask making and can also show you some great techniques to use. Afterward, you’ll get to bring home your decorated mask.