Top Venice Classes & Workshops

Get hands-on experience with one-to-one guidance during a private glassmaking lesson. Discover the secrets of Murano glassmaking techniques from one of the most renowned craftsmen of Venice. The 90-minute workshop includes all materials—including your own marvelous glass artwork to take home—plus a 10 percent discount on glassworks from the artist.

Discover the culinary traditions of Venice on this small-group cooking class led by a local chef. Roll up your sleeves, prepare pasta from scratch, and create tiramisu using time-honored Venetian techniques. Work with fresh ingredients, try flavors you might otherwise have missed, and hear stories about the local food scene while sipping unlimited prosecco during your meal.

Take a break from the usual sightseeing and snapping photos in Venice with this special experience that allows you to be an artist for the day. Learn how to capture the sky, lagoon, and historic palaces through the time-honored medium of watercolor. A local Venetian artist takes you to find the ideal corner of the city to paint, where you can create your own artwork.

Take a course on mask-making from a master artisan in Venice, and learn about the history of this ancient tradition. See the traditional art of decorating a mask and see what goes into the preparation for the Venetian Carnival. Then create your own masterpiece to create a special memory from your time in Venice.

Murano glass is one of Venice's most famous crafts, but most tourists never go beyond a glassblowing demonstration. With this hands-on class, take a deeper dive into the city's glass-making traditions by creating colorful beads under the guidance of a seasoned artisan. Discover the historic Venetian art of lampworking using techniques passed down through the centuries, and take away your handcrafted beads as a unique souvenir of your time in the Floating City.

Visit Torcello, Murano, and Burano—three islands in the Venetian Lagoon—on this tour from Venice by motorboat. With a guide, watch glass being blown at a Murano glass factory, see historical cathedrals on Torcello, and admire exquisite handmade lace on Burano. This is a great way to see more than just the central sights of Venice and enjoy a cruise on the water. Select a departure time when booking.

Partake in one of Italy’s most time-honored art forms during this two-and-a-half-hour small-group glass-blowing workshop on the island of Murano. Suitable for beginners, workshops include a live demonstration and hands-on instruction in shaping molten glass. Make an original art object to take back home as a souvenir, ready for pickup the next day. Your glass piece can also be shipped worldwide at an additional cost.

There’s no better souvenir to bring back from Italy than new pasta-making knowledge. Join a small group at a central Venice cooking school, and learn how to prepare two types of fresh pasta from scratch, as well as two sauces, all with help from your professional chef guide. Then, sample Tuscan wines, create your own gelato flavor, and enjoy the fruits of your labor.

Venetian masks have a long and storied history: during the republic’s heyday, they were used to conceal the identities of residents who engaged in decadent activities. In their masks, peasants and noblemen were equal. Make your own Venetian mask (yours to keep), adorned with sequins, ribbons, and other fineries, under the tutelage of a local artist. All materials are provided.

Head to one of the few remaining artisan mask studios still active in Venice for this mask-making workshop, a wonderful way to unleash your creativity—and craft a unique and expressive souvenir. Learn the history of Venetian masks and the artisans who make them, then paint and decorate your own mask using traditional techniques such as painting and gilding. Your tutor is on hand throughout to help realize your vision.

Bring home the ultimate souvenir of your Venetian sojourn—your own papier-mâché carnival mask, handmade to your own design. A local master artisan works with you and your small group to unleash your creativity, as well as sharing stories of craftsmanship and carnival. Work with a whirlwind of materials—not just paint, but feathers, glitter, and trimmings—to create something that’s truly and uniquely yours.

This private tour for Italian supercar enthusiasts takes you from Venice to Italy’s “Motor Valley”. Visit the Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena, tour the Lamborghini factory to see models like the Aventador and Huracán, and stop at Horacio Pagani’s headquarters. To keep you fueled for your fast car adventures, the trip also includes an authentic Bolognese lunch.

Immerse yourself in the lush sounds of baroque music at this authentic chamber performance in Venice. The 17th-century Church of San Vidal provides an intimate historic setting and fantastic acoustics for concertos and symphonies by European masters such as Mozart, Bach, Vivaldi, and Handel. The talented members of the Interpreti Veneziani ensemble bring these musical masterworks to life for a night out you won’t soon forget.

Arriving in Venice can be a hectic experience.  Enjoy a stress-free start to your vacation with this one-way, private transfer service. You’ll be picked up by a private water taxi at the Santa Lucia Station, if arriving by train, or the Piazzale Roma bus terminal, and then taken directly to your hotel in Venice or Venice Lido. It’s a convenient, customizable way to start your Venetian visit in comfort and style!

Learn to make a Veneto favorite turned global standard—tiramisu—and two regional specialties, such as bigoli pasta, gnocchi, or risi e bisi (rice and peas), in a private cooking class with a home chef in Venice. Work alongside your host, then savor the fruits of your labor for lunch or dinner with water, local wines, and coffee.

Discover the essence of Venetian cuisine in Rosa’s cozy home on the island of Giudecca. You will start with a glass of Prosecco and a warm welcome, before putting on your apron and following the instructions of Rosa, an experienced cook. Learn to make fresh pasta, such as spaghetti and ravioli, and delight the palate with her original creation, “Rosa’s Rainbow”. You can not miss the tiramisu of Treviso, prepared in a personal jar by each participant. With unlimited drinks and a PDF with recipes, you'll take home a piece of Venice.

Get an inside peek into the world-famous glassblowing factories of Murano with this small-group tour. From central Venice, ride a water taxi across the Venetian Lagoon to the colorful island of Murano. Watch a glassmaking demonstration by a master craftsman, and enjoy time to browse the factory showroom featuring finished works of art. Finally, attend your choice of hands-on workshop to create a take-home piece of jewelry or mosaic using authentic Murano glass.

Embrace the essence of Italian cuisine with a hands-on cooking class in Venice, where you’ll master the art of crafting fresh pasta and the classic tiramisu. Guided by a knowledgeable host, enjoy the experience of preparing authentic recipes while sipping on fine wine. All ingredients are provided, ensuring a seamless cooking experience. After creating your culinary masterpieces, indulge in the delicious dishes accompanied by unlimited wine, limoncello, and coffee. Whether you choose to linger with new friends or explore the charming Dorsoduro neighborhood, this class offers a delightful taste of Italy.

Discover the island of Murano, near Venice, with a small-group glass workshop and walking tour. See traditional artistry in action at Murano’s famous glass factories and visit the workshop of a local artist for a hands-on class. Complete the experience with a walk around Murano to see its churches, landmarks, and striking architecture.

Food enthusiasts: make the most of your time in Venice with a market tour and cooking class combination. Everything you need—ingredients and equipment—is provided, so all you need to do is show up and have fun. Start by exploring the vibrant Rialto Market, then dive into a hands-on cooking session to master authentic Venetian recipes. Best of all, savor your creations at the end of the class.

This hands-on cooking experience in Venice teaches you home recipes that you wouldn't find in a cookbook. Learn in a unique setting, the home of a local home cook, and enjoy the more personalized experience of a small-group cooking lesson. Learn to make pizza and tiramisu from scratch and feast on the delicious dishes you make.

Experience an evening of opera in Venice, surrounded by the historical elegance of a 15th-century palace. The singers and musicians of the Musica a Palazzo ensemble perform classics of Italian opera within the ornate salons of the Palazzo Barbarigo Minotto. Move from room to room with the performers and soak up the drama of epics such as “La Traviata” and “Rigoletto” in a truly intimate, immersive environment.

Make the most of your time in Venice by exploring the traditional craft of glassmaking. A peaceful alternative to overcrowded group tours—this private experience offers a more personal visit, where you watch master artisan Alessandro Boscolo—part of a family with a long glassmaking heritage—shape and blow glass. You can also try the techniques yourself and create your own piece to take home.