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Private Glassmaking Lesson with a Master Artisan: Create Your Own Piece of Glass

1 hour and 15 minutes

Very easy

Create your own work of art in glass with Massimiliano, an expert glassmaker. A workshop that will enable you to learn the secrets of the most famous Venetian craft.

This unforgettable experience will allow you to discover the ancient techniques of glassmaking, feeling its heat and seeing its colours in the process! The master craftsman will help you throughout the experience, allowing you to create a unique and inimitable glass object while explaining the history and secrets of this ancient art.

At the end of the experience you can even take your glass piece home as a special souvenir! A unique way to experience and discover the culture and art of Venice.

The activity takes place in Massimiliano's atelier in the artistic district of Cannaregio: a non-tourist area, full of art shops and hidden gems known only to the locals.

Massimiliano has been working in this field for 30 years and has participated in numerous international exhibitions all over the world, as well as delivering his wonderful works to art collectors in Europe and America.

Thanks to his great experience, he is able to provide an overview of the art of glassmaking and its different techniques that have changed over the last centuries.

After travelling between Spain and America, he decided to open this lovely shop in the heart of Venice to sell his creations and share his passion with visitors.

Don't miss this unique experience and touch this historical Venetian art, known all over the world!

What's included?
  • Entry or admission fee
  • Lesson with an expert Venetian master glassmaker
  • Materials needed for the workshop
  • Your glass creation as a souvenir to take home
  • 10% discount on the artist's glass works
Exclusions
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Food and drinks
    Please note
      • The tour is NOT private but it can be shared with other participants
      • The lesson is for a maximum of two people
      • The activity could be bilingual
      • The activity is not allowed for participants under 18 years of age
      • This tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility
      • Pets are not allowed
      • Luggages or large bags are not allowed
      • Digital and printed vouchers are accepted (to be shown to the staff)


      • No penalty for cancellation within 24 hrs before the tour. On line customer service 7 days a week, 9.30 am – 5.30 pm
      • The tour does not operate in case of exceptionally bad weather or exceptionally high/low tide (in these cases it will be rescheduled for the following day or refunded)
      • Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the beginning of the tour.
      What to bring

        Clothes appropriate to the experience