Ancient Crafts and Artisans' Workshops (Private Tour)

Highlights

  • Discover the oldest crafts of Venice

  • Visit a collection of Venetian artisans' workshops

  • Observe the creation of Carnival masks

  • Experience gondola manufacturing

  • Enjoy a private visit to a weaving factory

Summary

Immerse yourself in Venetian ateliers and artisan workshops

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
English
Meeting Point

123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States

Dropoff location

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?

  • 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

  • Please bring comfortable walking shoes

  • Minimum age for this activity is 4 years

Before you go

  • Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the tour start time

  • 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

    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

About operator:

Travel Curious, based in Shoreditch/London, researches, creates and owns immersive, cultural tours and experiences in cities throughout the world. We provide our tours and experiences as a service to the travel industry and are privileged to name some of the biggest global brands as our partners