Ancient Crafts and Artisans' Workshops (Private Tour)
Highlights
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Discover the oldest crafts of Venice
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Visit a collection of Venetian artisans' workshops
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Observe the creation of Carnival masks
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Experience gondola manufacturing
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Enjoy a private visit to a weaving factory
Summary
Tour info
123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States
Why take this tour?
Explore the making of the oldest Venetian traditional crafts - from the gondola to the mask.
This quintessential Venetian experience is ideal for travellers looking to immerse themselves in the city's wide array of craft-making, while offering a local perspective of the beautiful crafts of the city. Enjoy a walk through the traditional districts of the city, and visit a collection of Venetian artisans' workshops. You will explore three crafts, including: wood involved in gondolas and mask-making. Learn the process of building a gondola, including the oars and rowlocks. Observe the creation of Carnival masks, and the colourful precision involved in each handmade piece. Then, conclude your tour with a visit to an ancient weaving factory and to the atelier of the last local wood carver. You will walk away from this tour having experienced some of the best Venice has to offer.
What’s included?
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Entry to Venetian artisan workshops -
A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group -
Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places -
Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend snacks along the way
Things to know
Before you book
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Please bring comfortable walking shoes
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Minimum age for this activity is 4 years
Before you go
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Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the tour start time
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Please bring waterproof clothing in case it rains
Covid Policy
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
Cancellation Policy
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Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund
Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund