Pastamania 1st Pasta Class in Florence with Museum

Recommended by 99% of travelers

Florence, Italy

High interest

Booked 3 times today.

3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9

· Michelle_C ·

Mar 2026

This was such an amazing experience!! We made three different pasta types. I was surprised how easy it was. We had step by step instructions. We made enough food for a nice dinner. Everything tasted so fresh and delicious ❤️ Our instructor was incredible. She really made the experience fun. I highly recommend for something different and not the typical tourist experience.

· Russell_B ·

Jun 2026

This was a really wonderful class! I thought the teacher was really good and made things fun and easy to learn. Really appreciated her knowledge and the attention she showed us. She also created a fun and jovial atmosphere that helped everyone get in the mood and there was lots of camaraderie during the cooking, eating and wine tasing. 10/10 with no notes. Would definitely do again!

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Overview

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.

Learn to make fresh Italian pasta in a small-group class in Florence
Learn how to make three varieties of Italian pasta with a local chef
Receive printable instructions and recipes after the workshop
Enjoy a more personalized experience during this small-group class

Sample Menu

Main

Aperitif with Pasta Museum visit

The experience requires a €20 payment to the Cultural Association, which manages part of the experience. Receipt provided on site.

Main

Fettuccine with tomato sauce

Main

Ravioli with parmigiano & ricotta with nutmeg filling and butter & sage

Main

Tortelli with parmigiano & ricotta & truffle oil filling & butter & sage sauce

Dessert

Salame al cioccolato

Dessert

Wine tasting

During the experience we will also explore the world of wine, tasting five different organic Tuscan wines from our family farm

What's Included

Dinner

Our experience includes a full meal, you don't need anything else.
Lunch

Our experience includes a full meal, you don't need anything else.

20€ separately paid to the Cultural Association

€20.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Lungarno Guicciardini, 17r, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy
You'll find us at LUNGARNO GUICCIARDINI 17r, 50125, Florence. Please note: look for 17 red (17r), not 17 blue, as Florence uses a dual numbering system. By car, we recommend arriving 30 mins early to secure parking. You can park in: - Viale Ludovico Ariosto - Piazza Tasso area - Porta Romana area

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Meet your chef and instructor at the Pasta Museum, right in the heart of Florence. Explore the complex where you can see antique tools used for centuries to make fresh pasta and explain the fascinating history of Italian pasta making.

Then, roll up your sleeves and get to work creating three types of fresh pasta from scratch, following the tips and techniques shared during the class.

Afterwards, feast on your tagliatelle, ravioli, and tortelli tossed in a classic tomato sauce and served during a sit-down meal together paired with Tuscan wines. End by taking away printed copies of each recipe as a souvenir so you can recreate each dish at home.

Note: Entrance to Pasta Museum and wine tasting requires payment of €20 per person to be paid on site at the end of the experience by credit card to the museum association.

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Infant seats available
Minimum number of participants required. If this number is not reached, we will contact you to reschedule the experience or arrange a full refund. Times may vary – please check your messages for any updates.
The experience requires a €20 payment to the Cultural Association, which manages part of the experience. Receipt provided on site.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Kyleigh_R

Great small-group cooking class. Quiet area of town, short walk from the Ponte Vecchio. Eloise and Maia were so kind and helpful! Eloise even gave us a list of her favorite places in Florence after the class was over, and we’ll definitely be following her recommendations. The pasta was top notch as well. Overall, an unforgettable experience - don’t miss out!

Reviews

4.9

based on 3,147 reviews

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Great Food and Great Learning Experience

Michelle_G, Jun 2026

The pasta class was very informative and fun! My partner and I ended up sharing the class with a lovely family and enjoyed cooking with them and chatting with them during dinner. Our teacher was amazing and she was very attentive and knowledgable. The pasta was DELICIOUS and ended up being one of my favorite meals of our trip. Just note that Viator is not the most reliable place to book this. Our class was supposed to be at 4:30 but they did not reach out to tell me day-of that the class would actually be at 4:00. So we were 30 minutes late to class even though we could have easily shifted our schedule if informed ahead of time. I fully believe this was the fault of Viator, not the place that we took the class. So I would say definitely book this class for a fun experience and cool souvenir (knowledge and the recipe book), but maybe book it on a different site, not Viator.

Fun for all!

MELISSA_C, Jun 2026

We all had an amazing time! My adult children Husband and I had a wonderful time! One of our favorite things we did!

Fun Experience!

Nic_F, Jun 2026

What a fun experience! Our chef was fantastic and made the class so much fun. The food turned out great and would highly recommend doing this pasta class!

Great class for all ages!

Maureen_B, Jun 2026

We had a wonderful time at the Pastamania class. My husband and I attended with our two boys (13 and 11), and they were thrilled with the pasta they made — my youngest now calls it his new favorite. It’s a great experience for anyone looking to enjoy a hands‑on pasta‑making session followed by a truly delicious meal.

Museum was a joke and a...

Shaun_I, Jun 2026

Museum was a joke and a waste of time and money. The teacher was also not very engaging or informative.

This was a really...

Russell_B, Jun 2026

Simona the Great!

Annemarie_W, Jun 2026

We made pasta with Simona today, and what a fantastic teacher and chef she is. She accommodated 8 of us with a breeze, the youngest being about 7 and the oldest was me at 65. She showed us how delicate yet robust pasta can be. We made fettuccine which was served with a tomato sauce and ravioli filled with ricotta, parmesan and truffel. This was served with a butter and sage sauce.

Don't Miss this Amazing Opportunity to Learn How to Make Pasta from a Professional in Italy!

MaryLynn_M, Jun 2026

This Pasta Making Class is Amazing! My 2 adult daughters and I thoroughly enjoyed learning how to make real pasta from a professional chef in a professional kitchen in Italy! A memorable experience! The instructor was so knowledgeable and experienced and he made the class so much fun for everyone! After making the pasta, it was cooked and then we all sat down at a long table and enjoyed what we actually made with a glass of wine! So nice!!! It was lovely to share this experience with people from the Netherlands, Mexico, Brazil and Asia! Another amazing tour/ class with Viator!

Don't miss this!

ruthwebb24, Jun 2026

It was great fun and learning experience! Don't miss it! They keep you in a small group and everyone gets to do it all! And then we ate it! Lovely evening!!

Unbelievable experience....

Adam_G, Jun 2026

Unbelievable experience. Even better than we expected! Great combination of history, hands on learning - and eating! Highly recommended for kids or adults.

Thanks Matteo for a memorable, fun night

Cecilee_P, Jun 2026

This cooking class with Matteo was absolutely the best. Matteo was fun, entertaining, and knowledgeable. I could not recommend this tour and Matteo highly enough. Also, the food was delicious.

Fantastic Experience

Roberto_S, May 2026

This was a phenomenal experience that I experienced with my niece. Great instructors, food and wine. I would definitely do it again.

Pasta Making with Camilla!

James_C, May 2026

If you’re looking for a fun, unique cooking experience in Florence, THIS IS THE ONE! Camilla was our chef and after watching a five minute movie on pasta, we jumped right in to making three types of pasta. We enjoyed dinner as a group of ten with different red wines and a fabulous dessert. It was one of the highlights of our four days in Florence!!

It was amazing ! Ale was...

Linda_K, May 2026

It was amazing ! Ale was incredible ! One of our favourite tours so far this trip ! I would recommend this tour to everyone.

Amazing Experience!

Aaron_S, May 2026

What an amazing experience! Such a unique opportunity to make fresh pasta in Italy. Alessandra was a fantastic teacher, blending her knowledge, humor, and insight into the tradition. Highly recommend this experience

This was fantastic, our...

Kristin_S, May 2026

This was fantastic, our instructor was so good at explaining and gave some great tips. We enjoyed what we made and the wine was delightful. Definitely recommend!

Great cooking experience

Azhar_A, May 2026

It was fun and entertaining. The instructor was nice and informative and we were able to make three types of pasta.

Had a wonderful time...

kelly_p, May 2026

Had a wonderful time learning about and making pasta. Our instructor gave good instructions and demonstrated how pasta is made.

Very good class. The chef...

Lindsey_M, May 2026

Very good class. The chef shared a lot of history about pasta and great instructions and tips on how to make the pasta. Highly recommend!

LauraJoseph Florence May 2026

Laura_D, May 2026

Lina, our pasta making instructor was incredible! Highly recommend this activity as it helps to understand how to make an incredible pasta!!

Unforgettable Pasta Making Experience!

Dennis_D, May 2026

We had such an amazing experience at this pasta making class, and Alessandra truly made it unforgettable! She was fun, informative, patient, and made everyone feel comfortable from the moment we walked in. As complete first-timers to pasta making, she explained everything so well and made the entire process enjoyable and easy to follow. You can tell she genuinely loves what she does, and her energy made the class such a fun experience for our whole family. We laughed, learned so much, and created such special memories together. If you’re considering taking this class, absolutely do it — and if you get Alessandra as your instructor, you are in for the best experience!

Great Class

Nicole_B, May 2026

We had a great time. We learned a lot about the proper way to make homemade pasta, and got a small instruction sheet to take home as well. The pasta was delicious! Our instructor was really great.

Such a fun experience!

Filipa_S, May 2026

We did the workshop with Christine and it was super fun! Absolutely recommend this if you like pasta, even if you’re not such a talented cook (I’m not). It’s a great experience plus dinner in the end, having the chance to eat the pasta you made yourself is really rewarding!

A fun experience learning...

Janel_D, May 2026

A fun experience learning to make pasta. Terrific teacher, great group of people and a delicious meal!

We are now ‘official’ pasta makers!

Patricia_K, Apr 2026

A fabulous experience with Alessandra’s guidance and reaching! We love how Alesandra broke down all the steps required for our pastamania experience! Everything that we made tasted delicious! We definitely will be adding the new step of coating our pasta with butter and sage. So delicious! We bought ourselves an apron and a ravioli press so that we can continue of pasta making adventures back home with our family. We both thoroughly enjoyed this class and meeting everyone from different parts of the world. Thank you to Alesandra and everyone that we met for a wonderful dinner with some new friends.

Wonderful Experience

Anthony_Y, Apr 2026

The chef walks you through making several types of pasta via hands on experience. Then he cooks up the pasta and adds it to spaghetti and butter/sage sauces. Once done, you get to eat it with wine! Dessert and lemomcello end the meal. A short wine tasting is conducted.

This course was excellent...

Jennifer_F, Apr 2026

This course was excellent and the instruction was very informative. My son has serious food allergies and they were able to accommodate him safely. This class was also good for adults and for kids (ours are 10 & 12). As it is a lengthy class, I’d suggest having a snack beforehand. We began the class at 6:30pm, and did not eat dinner until close to 10pm so everyone was pretty hungry. If that’s too late for anyone to eat, they offer earlier classes that could be better. Looking forward to trying out what I learned at home!

We had Nicola as our...

Donavon_H, Apr 2026

We had Nicola as our Chef. So much fun. Learned a ton. The food was great, Wine was great. The dessert salami was so goooooood. Be ready to work that dough, we were tired by the end of it not gonna lie. It was about 4.5 hours

Francesco Florence:)

Aseal_F, Apr 2026

While in Florence my husband and I had the most amazing time learning from Francesco! He was AMAZING! He was so informative and made the class so enjoyable with his personality and sense of humor! I highly recommend this class:)

Very enriching and entertaining

Serena_H, Apr 2026

Got a great time and learned so much in such a short time with my friends and the other guests! Everything was well organized and the host very attentive to each of us. I couldn't imagine pasta making could have been so doable for my first time. So much more valuable compared to watching a tutorial or a reel! You really get to understand textures, consistency, tools and techniques! Also the plating part was very surprisingly enriching, literally tasteful culinary results start with your eyes!